Stuck on a Problem? Just Step Away (Seriously, Take a Break)
Sometimes problem solving requires you to step away and think about the issue at hand. Consider any great strategist out there and you’ll understand that it takes time and calculation to make moves that will benefit you now and in the future. Today, we’ll explore how you can be more productive through strategic pausing.
How to Kick Things Off With Bluesky
Last week, we discussed why X—the social media network once known as Twitter—has been losing many users. Here, we wanted to direct those seeking a move to consider the up-and-coming platform known as Bluesky in case you were one of those jumping ship. Let’s talk about how Bluesky operates, including how to sign up.
How to Use Patience for Productivity
Spoiler alert: a business that lacks productivity is unlikely to see any amount of success. One of the best ways to ensure your productivity is to practice patience. How can patience improve your productivity?
Reposition the Taskbar in Windows 11
Windows 11 takes a page out of Apple’s design playbook and features a taskbar that, instead of being off to the side, is smack in the middle of the toolbar. While some may like this change, others may not. Fortunately for these others, a simple setting change can return the taskbar to its familiar place […]
How to Make Microsoft Excel Work Harder for You
Microsoft Excel is a great productivity tool and can be used in a lot of different and interesting ways.
Tip of the Week: Signs that You are Probably Being Scammed
Being scammed—in either the professional or personal sense—is a scary thought. To avoid this outcome, we must be vigilant all the time now. Of course, it also helps to know what to look for. Let’s take a few minutes to go over a few warning signs and red flags that something is likely a scam.
Network Security Made Simple in 3 Easy Ways
Network security is hard. That’s why so many businesses struggle to implement the solutions they so desperately need to stay safe and relevant. Today, we want to demystify some of these components and lay out in clear terms what your highest priorities should be for your business’ network security.
Prepare for the Worst so It Doesn’t Sink Your Business
A disaster can strike when you least expect it. It doesn’t matter how small or large your business is; there is always the possibility that your company could have to deal with the technological fallout of a disaster. Here are four ways you can prepare for that inevitable day.
Tip of the Week: Zip and Unzip Compressed Files
Have you ever seen the file types that look like normal folders, but they have a zipper on the icon? These are ZIP files, and they are helpful for a variety of reasons. We’re sure you have encountered zipped files throughout your time using technology, and today, we want to demystify them a little bit […]
Tip of the Week: Archiving Android Apps to Save Space
Back in April of this year, Google announced that the Android platform would be given the capability to archive unused applications to help preserve the precious storage space on the devices…provided that the device was almost out of available space. This auto-archive feature is now available to all users, regardless of the storage left on […]