The most productive and successful people in the world have one thing in common. They follow the same schedule each day. The idea is that by having a set schedule, versus none at all, means that you no longer focus on one task to complete in a day but to make long-term progress and avoid […]
“I have always felt it is my destiny to build a machine that would allow man to fly.” – Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) Da Vinci was a man of many talents. Born in Florence, Italy, da Vinci dabbled in both the arts and sciences. His artistic contributions to our modern-day culture include the Mona Lisa, the Last Supper, and […]
The 9 – 5 work mentality society knows as the norm may not be the most productive way of accomplishing your study goals. Going from class-to-class and straight home to study more puts you at risk for burnout. Instead, what research shows is that those who take frequent breaks throughout the day are more productive, […]
How many times have you found yourself going from meeting to meeting to checking email to multitasking during your lunch hour? It isn’t uncommon for many professionals to forget to take a mental health break in their busy days. Breaks are essential because they prevent “decision fatigue,” motivate you, and, contrary to belief, help with […]
1992 was the magical year when one piece of technology changed the way we operate to this day. IBM invented their Simon Personal Computer, releasing it two years later to the public. The brick-like device cost over $1,000 and had an hour’s worth of battery life. In 1994 the phone wasn’t capable of accessing email […]
The coronavirus continues to dominate the news now with cities limiting gatherings to no more than ten people. Restaurants, bars, and local businesses are shutting down in the meantime to stop the spread of the virus. Colleges included. Classes continue for many graduate students as they move to a streaming platform, and researcher papers are […]
