Probably for about forever; you’ve been operating under the equation: Time spent = Work accomplished This equation is partially true or rather, might be true, given a specific set of circumstances, but certainly isn’t always true. I used to work with a nurse who was the Queen of Busy. … [Read more...]

A young man wrote in with a story that I’m sure you’re familiar with. Give it a read: *** Hi Brian I am a didactic year PA student who is almost 2/3 way done with first semester. I am emailing you to ask for some advices and tips because I am struggling a bit this semester. I have been a … [Read more...]

One key to getting work done is called blocking. I was first introduced to it by Cal Newport. He’s a profile author who mostly writes about doing better work. He recommends blocking out 2-4 hours for work. These are focused blocks of time. It takes your brain a while to settle into the idea … [Read more...]

We have this sense that something is going to change. Someone is going to come and save us. Girls in particular are raised on stories of a Prince coming to save them from their evil stepmother, locked tower, dungeon, life of servitude, whatever. I have some very bad news for you. There is no … [Read more...]

Take the day off and rest. Eat, drink, and be merry. Your brain needs a rest; I’m giving you permission to take a break. Don’t let me catch you blowing off your family today. Brian Wallace … [Read more...]