Category: Working Well

Start a business, they said. It’ll be fun, they said.      What they didn’t say is that it’s also one of the most stressful paths you could choose.      You might have world-class employees who go the extra mile, but at the end of the day they go home and forget about the business, while you lie awake till 2 am […]

Life and business as we know it has turned on its head. Entrepreneurs, their ventures, and societies are digging deep to find creative ways of dealing with unprecedented challenges. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or are seasoned in your business owner journey, agility remains a critical part of your success. What worked two years ago […]

It seems we live in a world that is perpetually searching for the perfect soundtrack to every moment. The mainstream explosion of lip-syncing-video apps such as TikTok demonstrates just this.  Our exposure to music is inescapable.   We know that music can have a huge impact both on our mood and behaviour. The right song […]

Time is finite, there’s only so much of it. When it’s gone, it’s gone. Being more productive means being more efficient. But why is that important? I like Tony Robbins’ approach to productivity which focuses on ways people can systematise and better manage their lives so they have more time to do what they want. There are many ways to increase productivity and here’s a list of things to […]

Often, work takes precedence over everything else in our lives. Our desire to be successful can push us to neglect other important areas in our life. It’s important to have a work-life balance to improve physical, emotional and mental well-being. Managing work-life balance can reduce stress, burnout and help you prioritise your well-being.   When […]

“Meditation has a branding problem … a lot of people would think of yoga instructors playing the didgeridoos, swinging dream-catchers over their heads — and they wouldn’t be entirely wrong in a lot of cases… it’s really about, to me, decreasing emotional reactivity so you can proactively create your day and create your life” – […]

Our work occupies a significant portion of our lives, consequently playing a crucial role in our overall well-being. As famous writer Annie Dillard once said, “how we spend our days, is of course, how we spend our lives, in fact, the average person will spend rough 90 000 days of their lifetime at work.” So, it’s safe to say our work makes a […]

In a pool of ‘time management’ hacks, there’s obviously no silver bullet, but mastering your Outlook diary might be the silver lining you need. As such, we’re constantly faced with the dilemma of maximising productivity and efficiency at work while also showing up for life’s other demands. Being productive at work isn’t rocket science – […]

Being a small business owner is no walk in the park. As glamourous as many make it out to be, it’s tough. The common misconception is that you can work whenever you want, and you get to pick your hours while sipping on margaritas. Some of this may be true, but self-employed working hours are not your average nine to five. Business owners […]

There’s no better time to snuggle up with a hot cuppa tea and a good read than on a cold evening. If you’re struggling to find creative ways to enhance your home entertainment, why not kill two birds with one stone? Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or you’ve already started on your journey, these top […]