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Productivity

Articles on improving productivity, with guides on how to  optimise processes, leverage technology, and empower employees to work smarter.

Technology

The number one reason why UK boards are 20 years behind

New research reveals an over reliance on email for scheduling meetings and hand-written minutes.

Entrepreneurs

14 science-backed reasons to disconnect over the weekend

Step away from your work emails! If you're guilty of putting a few extra hours in at work, whether in the office or on your sofa with your smartphone, this infographic explains exactly why you may be doing more harm than good.

Human Resources

Lessons from the Brangelina breakup

David Price comments on relationships breakdowns – should employers offer their support and how can they do this?

Human Resources

From apples to acupuncture: Six ways to boost staff productivity

According to research by Love Energy Savings,43 per cent of UK workers don’t feel that their current employer does enough to keep them engaged.

Entrepreneurs

7 ways to avoid burnout

For many, being a successful leader means working around the clock, and putting family life, personal health and happiness to one side. ‘It will be worth it in the end', right? Not according to Sue Coyne, a former business leader and author. Here are her top tips on staying sane and being your most productive and inspiring self by preventing burnout.

Entrepreneurs

Fancy a working lunch? Here’s why you should say no

Two in three working Brits spend less than 30 minutes eating lunch, and even then, that's likely to be spent at their desks. With this in mind, The Furniture Market released the 'DinnerDesk'

Human Resources

Sleeping on the job? 10 reasons why that’s great for productivity

According to sleep experts, here's why an afternoon siesta might be the best thing for business

Entrepreneurs

The needs of the many: how group psychology can boost business output

A new research paper from University College London School of Management reveals the benefits of group psychology in business. Here's how to make most of 'group feel'.

Entrepreneurs

The six ways of a productivity ninja

Take on your to-do list with these proven mental focus hacks that are designed to increase personal productivity.

News

UK productivity falls below global top ten; ‘slacking off’ may help

The UK economy ranks as 16th most productive, according to OECD data. At the same time, our economy reportedly gains £120 billion per year when employees ‘slack off’. So what's behind this productivity paradox?

Entrepreneurs

Boost productivity with the 'Perfect Day' formula 

Take control of your day with the 10-3-2-1-0 formula by fitness coach, Craig Ballantyne.

News

Productivity continues to flatline, says ONS 

The figures for November, released this week, show a minimal year-on-year increase and a dip in the fourth quarter of 2015