What’s in it for me? Calm yourself down; Get mindful.We’re all in this stressful and crazy world together. A world that’s moving so fast that you can’t keep up with everything and everyone. How many times a day do you think, “I need to calm down,” and before you know it, you’re googling for cheap tickets to the Bahamas?But wait! There’s a cheaper way to go about it. You don’t have to run away or jump on a plane every time you feel completely burned out. In fact, you don’t even have to leave your workplace to refresh your focus and sustain your otherwise great ability to solve problems. Here’s the key: Mindfulness.Many companies have already opened up to the idea of mindfulness, and how it might benefit their work culture and thus business in general. And this is exactly what these blinks will teach you. They feature great insights into mindfulness, the way it works and who (aside from yourself and your business) is benefitting from it.In these blinks, you’ll discoverthat the benefits o...

What’s in it for me? Turn any job into the job of your dreams. Do you often find you have the Sunday night scaries? You know, that feeling of not wanting to go to bed because you’ll be back to work before you know it? You’re not alone. According to a 2019 Gallup poll, 65 percent of Americans long for a deeper sense of meaning from their jobs. While companies have introduced all sorts of unprecedented perks, they don’t seem to make a dent in the disengagement epidemic. Which makes sense. When you lack fulfillment in your career, blowing off steam at the office gym doesn’t make you like your job. So, should you quit and pursue plan B? Well, not yet. As an equal partner in a social contract with your employer, you have the leverage to transform any job into a dream job. In these blinks, you’ll learn how to reframe the dynamic between you and your employer; how to pinpoint and hone your strengths; and how to cultivate authentic relationships in the workplace. You have control over what you...

What’s in it for me? Turn every day into a good day. Most of us can probably picture one of those great days at work when we’re at the top of our game: we’re bubbling over with ideas, can handle any problem and even get along with that one especially surly coworker. Of course, not every day can be as smooth sailing as this. But if you follow the advice offered in these blinks, you can turn almost every day into at least a good day; you’ll feel good about yourself because you get things done, focus without too much effort and bravely withstand the urge to procrastinate. On top of that, you’ll feel comfortable among your colleagues and, when giving a presentation, you’ll find that your audience really listens to you. Sound good? Then let’s get started! In these blinks, you’ll learn why thinking about a past catastrophe can boost our confidence today; how the schedules of top violinists, master chess players and elite athletes are alike; and why your interest in sports could earn you a jo...

Start by pausing and focusing on the best course of action. Sometimes waking up in the morning and looking at your to-do list can be overwhelming. Finding enough time to take care of everything can be a daily struggle. But with the right plan and some focused attention you can be your most productive self. First, find your focus by pausing for a moment, reflecting on what needs to be done and finding the best and most fruitful course of action. This pause will also lead to you making fewer mistakes. Take Gmail’s “undo send” function, for example. This feature gives you five seconds to reconsider whether you might regret that email you just sent. And five seconds is all most people need to pause and realize they’ve made a mistake. Of course, it’s more productive to avoiding writing and sending that email in the first place. Our initial instincts are often emotional, and the part of our brain that controls our impulses needs those few extra seconds to take control and put us on the right...

What’s in it for me? Learn the power of self-discipline.Envision living your life the way you want to, engaging in activities you enjoy with the people you choose. We all want the same things – financial security, personal fulfillment, long-term happiness – and, more often than not, we know what we have to do to get these things. However, our lack of discipline and endless list of excuses can get in the way.So how can you overcome this? That’s the question these blinks set out to answer. Whether you work for a company or run your own business, we’ve selected the most powerful techniques that will help you stop living a life that’s full of excuses.In these blinks, you’ll learnwhat the Seven-Step Method is;how to do a Disaster Report to conquer your fears; andwhat delayed gratification can do for your financial freedom. Achieve success by learning from experts and accepting responsibility for your life. Have you ever wondered how certain individuals, though allotted no more time than mos...

 Workstyle A revolution for wellbeing, productivity and society Lizzie Penny and Alex Hirst What it's about? Workstyle: A revolution for wellbeing, productivity and society (2022) introduces the concept of workstyle: the freedom to choose when and where we work. By examining the outdated history of the standard 9 to 5 working week in the light of the modern digital age, the authors lay the foundation for an individualized and autonomous way of working.  About the author Alex Hirst is a working parent and cofounder of Hoxby – a global community dedicated to creating a happier, more inclusive, and more productive world by refreshing the way we think about work. His business partner and fellow cofounder Lizzie Penny is a mother, leader, and business strategist. In 2015, they came up with the concept of workstyle while dealing with work burnout and the challenges of becoming working parents. Introduction What’s in it for me? Join the workstyle revolution and create a brighter futu...