I discuss the concept of 'Monk Mode' and whether it is useful for enhancing productivity, especially for knowledge workers. Monk Mode: Increasing Productivity "Monk Mode"...Continue reading
DBR 007: Question-Why Does My To-do List Keep Growing?
My task list just keeps getting longer and longer; what do I do? There are a couple of things. #1 If you're constantly having to...Continue reading
DBR 006: Lies – We Just Know How to be Productive
This is one of a set of posts on common misconceptions about productivity and work. I call them Lies About Productivity. I'll address some 'lie'...Continue reading
DBR 005: Lies – Your Boss and your productivity
This is one of a set of posts on common misconceptions about productivity and work. I call them Lies About Productivity. I'll address some 'lie'...Continue reading
DBR 004: What is a Work Coach?
If you want to be a pro, get a coach. In this episode, I'll discuss how you can get better at what you do by...Continue reading
DBR 003: Does It Matter How We Feel About Tasks
Does it matter how we feel about tasks? This episode is heavily influenced by a book called The Experience Machine by Andy Clark Our brains'...Continue reading
DBR 002: Knowledge Worker productivity and AI
I discuss a definition of Knowledge Work and illustrate it with four (plus one) categories of Knowledge Work. I also talk about the implications of...Continue reading
DBR 001: Take a mobile call? Think about your goals.
Just because your phone is mobile doesn’t mean your calls should be. The challenges of mobile calls: Distinguish between using a cell phone and having...Continue reading