Introduction: Tools, Resources and Cool Information to Help You Work Smarter
When it comes to productivity, there are tools, resources and cool information to help you work smarter. I curate content daily to share on social media, using tools such as Feedly, Google Alerts, Content Gems. These tools help me to be more productive because they save me time.
I scan the headlines and abstracts of the curated content to determine which ones I should read. Below you will find some tools, resources and cool information to help you work smarter.
There are also links to many courses that you can take to perform more effectively in your job. I hope that you will find a couple that are both helpful and interesting.
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Use Checklist Templates & Tools to Prevent Mistakes: No one wants to make critical mistakes on the job because they could cost you your job. Although learning from the mistakes you make helps you to grow, it does not make sense for you to deliberately make mistakes. In the MakeUseOf article, Dann Albright recommends using checklists to minimize making mistakes. He also shares a variety of tools to make a checklist.
80+ Tips for Finding New Blog Post Ideas: Do you often find yourself stuck coming up with an article or blog post idea? If the answer is yes, the blog, Blogelina has done an excellent job of curating great sources to find your next big idea for a blog post. This is worth bookmarking.
Doing these 5 things radically improved my commute: This is more than a tool, but a way to use your commute time more effectively. In this Business Insider mini case study, Amy McDonnell shares how she spent the time during her commute for one week and how it helped her. Imagine what would happen if we were intentional about what we do during our travel time?
blog.todoist.com Why Single-Tasking Is Your Greatest Competitive Advantage (Plus 19 Ways To Actually Do It): There are several studies that advocate that it is best to focus on one task at a time. On the Todoist blog, they list compelling reasons for focusing on one task at a time, and they offer tips on how to do that. Todoist is an app to help you manage your to-do list. It comes highly recommended, so I bought it. In the next few days, I am setting aside time to help me learn how to use the app effectively.
Why Peer Teachers Learn More: Although no tools or resources are mentioned in this informative article per se, I thought it was important because we often remember so little of what we learn. To remember more of what you learn, whether you attend a workshop or read a book, assume the role of a teacher, and teach your peers what you have learned. You will remember what you learned and you will also build goodwill in the workplace.
How to Win a Nobel Prize, According To a Nobel Prize Winner – And What It Has To Do With Learning: Most people will never win a Nobel Prize, but it doesn’t hurt to know what is required to do so. I was very delighted with this article written by Saga Briggs offering tips from a Nobel Prize winner on what it takes – read and enjoy.
Never Stop Learning: 40 Places to Get Free Education Online: You already know that I love learning and applying what I learn, so here is a website with links to many places where you can get an education for free. I spent a lot of the summer reading, and now I have started taking courses again. Why not take one course over the next few months that can help you to perform better at work.
9 Revolutionary Ways to Educate Yourself (Online & Off): For those who like to learn, here are some links to help you develop professionally. Some of the resources will be familiar to you and others will be new.
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