Maximizing Productivity

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How to Autocomplete Text with Keyboard Tools & Widgets

Autocomplete is a feature in multiple software programs. We list some of them, in addition to widgets and standalone tools for auto-complete.

How to Automate Repetitive Tasks

Repetitive tasks are so commonplace in our daily work that it’s hard to imagine what life would be like without them. However, they’re also taking up time and energy that could be better spent. For example, one study found that customer service reps lose up to 30 percent of their day to repeat tasks. Fortunately,…

How To Start Your Day For Optimal Productivity

How you start your day can boost your productivity. If you’re looking for strategies to improve working memory, executive function, and creativity, this is the post for you.

Using TextExpander to Avoid Negative Words and Terms

We’re going to start this post with a thought exercise. Take a moment to think about this: when writing, how often do you use negative words or phrases? Avoiding negative words and phrases is a challenge, but knowledge activation tools like TextExpander make it easier. There’s a lot of talk about being positive. We know…

Optimizing Your Daily Routine With TextExpander

TextExpander can help you optimize your daily routine, with Snippets to make each stage of your day simpler.

How To Quickly Apply for Jobs Using TextExpander

Filling out application forms, creating CVs, and writing emails gets tiring fast. Here’s how to quickly apply for jobs using TextExpander.

How To Do Nothing and Why You Should Try It

Here are our takeaways from Celeste Headlee’s “Do Nothing” book on reclaiming leisure time to become happier, healthier, and more productive.

How the 80/20 Rule Applies to TextExpander

The 80/20 Rule ​recognizes that often the relationship between our efforts and our rewards is not equal. Today, we’re exploring ways to use TextExpander so that you can spend 20% of the time you currently use to write 80% of your day-to-day typing.

Civility in the Workplace: Why It Pays To Be Nice

We can increase civility in the workplace by becoming more civil ourselves. Here’s how to be kinder to your coworkers.