- Nov 24, 2025
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- 07 mins read
Keyboard Shortcut Bootcamp: Learn 20 Hotkeys in 20 Minutes
A quick guide to learn 20 time-saving keyboard shortcuts across macOS/Windows, Gmail, Google Docs, and browsers in 20 minutes to boost daily productivity.
Max Bennett
Max was once the king of procrastination, proudly sporting a "Deadline Enthusiast" badge. After realizing he spent more time organizing his desk than actually working, he dove headfirst into the world of productivity. Max now experiments with unconventional (and sometimes ridiculous) productivity hacks and shares what works—with plenty of laughs along the way.
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59 Published Posts
- Nov 23, 2025
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- 07 mins read
The One-Week Time Audit: Where Your Hours Actually Go (And How to Steal Them Back)
A practical, no-shame guide to a one-week time audit that reveals hidden time leaks, helping you reclaim 5–10 hours next week with simple logging methods, templates, and quick fixes.
- Nov 21, 2025
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- 08 mins read
The Not-To-Do List: The Easiest Productivity Win You're Ignoring
A concise guide to creating a Not-To-Do List that reduces decision fatigue, protects context, and frees up mental bandwidth for meaningful work—with practical steps and examples.
- Nov 20, 2025
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- 08 mins read
Task T-Shirt Method: Size Your Tasks to Stop Overbooking Your Day
A practical approach to daily planning that uses XS–XL task sizes instead of minute-by-minute estimates, turning them into calendar blocks and healthier daily capacity.
- Nov 18, 2025
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- 08 mins read
Time tracking for humans: a 7-day experiment to reclaim focus
A playful seven-day experiment turning time tracking into a humane, focus-friendly habit. Using Toggl and RescueTime, it reveals three tiny changes that save hours each week without the guilt or spreadsheets.
- Nov 14, 2025
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- 07 mins read
Maker vs Manager: Time-Blocking Your Week for Deep Work and Calendar Calm
Split your calendar into Maker and Manager modes with simple week templates, boundary scripts, and a defense plan to protect deep work while taming calendar chaos.
- Nov 12, 2025
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- 08 mins read
Email Templates That Save Your Week: A Canned-Response Starter Pack
A practical guide to building a reusable library of email templates for Gmail and Outlook, with hotkeys and a focused, 30-minute build sprint to save hours each week.
- Nov 11, 2025
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- 07 mins read
The Text Expander Starter Pack: Type Three Letters, Get Your Life Back
A practical guide to text expansion: set up quick triggers, build a starter library of snippets, and boost productivity with templates, dynamic content, and smart workflow tips.
- Nov 10, 2025
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- 09 mins read
The 90-Minute Deep-Work Block: A Simple Daily Ritual for Moving Your Big Tasks
A practical playbook for protecting a daily 90-minute deep-work block, with a quick pre-flight ritual, defenses against interruptions, a step-by-step workflow, and a 7-day challenge to boost focus and momentum.
- Nov 07, 2025
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- 07 mins read
Personal Kanban on a Door: A Sticky-Note System That Actually Moves Work
A practical, low-tech Personal Kanban setup using sticky notes on a door to visualize tasks, limit work-in-progress, and move work to Done for clearer focus and momentum.
- Nov 05, 2025
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- 08 mins read
The Shower Capture System: Waterproof Notepads and Voice Memos for Sudden Genius
A quick, budget-friendly system to capture spontaneous shower ideas in 60 seconds and turn them into actionable tasks, using waterproof notepads, voice memos, and a simple post-shower workflow.
- Nov 01, 2025
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- 08 mins read
Second Brain, Zero Jargon: A Simple Notes System You'll Actually Use
A practical, jargon-free guide to building a tiny second brain using one notes app, three tags (do, know, grow), and a quick weekly sweep that keeps ideas from slipping away.
- Oct 27, 2025
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- 07 mins read
Focus Sound Showdown: Testing Brown Noise, Lo-Fi Beats, and Nature Sounds for Productivity
Two-week experiment testing brown noise, lo-fi beats, and nature sounds to see which actually boost deep work, admin tasks, and planning. Includes simple playlists, gear ideas, and actionable rituals to build your personal focus soundtrack menu.
- Oct 26, 2025
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- 08 mins read
The 30-Minute Sunday Reset: A Quick, No-Drama Weekly Planning Ritual
A fast, 30-minute Sunday ritual to reset your week: review last week, plan the next, and set three Big 3 outcomes with buffers and simple habits.
- Oct 24, 2025
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- 07 mins read
The Weekly Review That Doesn't Make You Cry
A simple, forgiving 30-minute Sunday reset that consolidates mental open loops, checks your calendar, trims your to-do list, and gives Monday-you a smug glow.
- Oct 23, 2025
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- 07 mins read
Notification Tiers: A Sanity-Saving System to Tame Pings on Phone and Desktop
A practical three-tier notification system—VIP, Important, Later—that dramatically reduces pings and restores focus in a single afternoon, with actionable steps for iOS, Android, and desktop.
- Oct 20, 2025
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- 07 mins read
The 2 PM Reset: A Five-Minute Ritual to Re-energize Your Afternoon
A practical five-minute ritual to reset afternoon focus—hydrate, brain-dump, choose your Big 1, move, and tidy your workspace for a quick boost without more coffee.
- Oct 19, 2025
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- 06 mins read
The 45-Minute Sunday Reset: A Quick Ritual to Prime Your Week
A simple 45-minute Sunday reset to clear your brain, decide the big rocks for the week, and set Monday up for success—without turning Sunday into a second job.
- Oct 17, 2025
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- 08 mins read
The Eisenhower Matrix, minus the grid: a sticky-note guide to fast prioritization
A grid-free, four-pile approach to prioritizing tasks using Now, Plan It, Pipeline, and Park It—complete with setup steps, pitfalls to dodge, and a one-week challenge that turns chaos into clarity.
- Oct 15, 2025
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- 08 mins read
Contextual To-Do Lists: Plan by Energy, Location, and People
Plan your day by context—organize tasks by energy level, location, and people to reduce decision fatigue and tackle hard work with the right brain power. Learn how to build context menus, tag tasks, create quick-access views, and soft-block your day, plus a 7-day challenge and practical gear tips.
- Oct 11, 2025
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- 07 mins read
Brown Noise vs. Binaural Beats vs. Lo-Fi: The Focus Audio Showdown (So Your Brain Stops Tab-Hopping)
A head-to-head look at brown noise, binaural beats, and lo-fi hip hop to see which helps different tasks and attention spans stay on track, with practical guidelines and quick-start tips.
- Oct 06, 2025
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- 08 mins read
The Minimum Viable Day: A gentle playbook for low-energy productivity
A low-drama productivity framework for days when energy is low. The Minimum Viable Day (MVD) helps you pick one meaningful win, protect tiny maintenance tasks, and use timeboxed bursts to keep momentum—without the overwhelm.
- Sep 24, 2025
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- 07 mins read
The 5-Minute Forecast: A Quick Morning Planning Ritual
A fast 5-minute ritual to pick your Big 3, pre-book buffer time, and defang derailers so you start the day with focus and clarity.
- Sep 22, 2025
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- 08 mins read
Body Doubling 101: What it is and why it works
A practical guide to body doubling—working alongside another person to beat procrastination, stay focused, and complete tasks through 25-minute sprints.
- Sep 21, 2025
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- 07 mins read
The Energy Budget: Plan Your Day by Batteries, Not Hours
A practical guide to energy-first planning that maps your natural peaks and slumps to tasks, with a simple 5-step process, energy audits, and a 7-day challenge to boost focus and momentum.
- Sep 18, 2025
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- 07 mins read
The One-Tab Challenge: Tame Your Browser Zoo in 7 Days
A seven-day, low-drama experiment to turn a chaotic browser into calm, with daily tab triage, a simple save-for-later system, and practical habits that keep focus intact.
- Sep 17, 2025
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- 06 mins read
The Shutdown Routine: How 10 Minutes at 5 PM Saves My 9 AM Tomorrow
A practical, 10-minute end-of-day ritual that clears mental residue, sets tomorrow's Big 3, and signals the end of work—complete with minute-by-minute steps and tips for staying consistent.
- Sep 14, 2025
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- 04 mins read
The Rule of 3: Put Your Daily To-Do List on a Diet
A concise guide to shrinking a bloated to-do list by focusing on three Most Important Tasks (MITs) each day, reducing decision fatigue and boosting daily productivity.
- Aug 08, 2025
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- 04 mins read
The One-Minute Rule: Tiny Tasks That Keep Your Life from Imploding
Discover how the simple one-minute rule can help you declutter your space and mind, boost productivity, and create lasting habits for a more organized life.
- Aug 04, 2025
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- 05 mins read
The Art of Intentional ‘Meh' Days: How Scheduled Laziness Can Supercharge Your Productivity
Discover how planning intentional 'meh' days—scheduled laziness—can boost creativity, reduce burnout, and make you more productive. Embrace strategic rest with practical tips and inspiration.
- Aug 03, 2025
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- 05 mins read
The Productivity Power of Silly Rituals: How Weird Habits Jumpstart My Day
Discover how quirky rituals like lighting candles and wearing fuzzy socks can boost your productivity by creating mental signals that it's time to focus. Learn to craft your own fun startup sequence to overcome inertia and get started with your tasks.
- Aug 02, 2025
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- 05 mins read
Meeting Madness: Surviving (and Silencing) the Calendar Invite Tsunami
A humorous and practical guide to managing meeting overload by setting boundaries, batching meetings, and automating scheduling to reclaim focus time and boost productivity.
- Aug 01, 2025
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- 04 mins read
The Art of the Two-Minute Tidy: How Quick Bursts Can Save Your Sanity
Discover how spending just two minutes on quick tidying tasks can boost your motivation, reduce clutter, and make your home more manageable. Learn practical tips and gamification tricks to incorporate tiny cleaning sessions into your daily routine.
- Jul 31, 2025
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- 04 mins read
The Snack Break Productivity Method: Can Cookies Fuel Your Success?
Discover how strategic snack breaks can boost your focus, prevent burnout, and make work more enjoyable. Learn tips on choosing the right snacks, timing your breaks, and turning snacks into motivation in this lighthearted guide.
- Jul 30, 2025
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- 04 mins read
Inbox Triage: The Two-Minute Rule to Email Sanity
Learn how to manage email overload effectively using the Two-Minute Rule, along with practical tips for decluttering your inbox and creating a digital workspace.
- Jul 26, 2025
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- 05 mins read
The One-Minute Rule: How to Crush Procrastination Before It Starts
Discover how implementing the simple One-Minute Rule can boost your productivity and reduce procrastination by tackling small tasks immediately.
- Jul 25, 2025
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The Art of Productive Breaks: Why Staring Out the Window Might Be Your Secret Weapon
Discover the science behind effective breaks and how simple activities like staring out the window or taking nature walks can boost your creativity, focus, and overall productivity.
- Jul 23, 2025
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- 05 mins read
The Post-It Avalanche: How to Actually Use Sticky Notes for Good (Not Chaos)
A fun and practical guide to organizing with sticky notes, using color coding, limits, and digital transfer systems to boost productivity without the clutter chaos.
- Jul 21, 2025
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- 05 mins read
How to Actually Finish What You Start (Without a Side Quest to Clean Your Fridge)
Practical hacks and mindset shifts to help overcome procrastination and complete your projects, even when perfectionism and distraction threaten to derail you.
- Jul 20, 2025
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- 04 mins read
Desk Detox: A Quick and Easy Guide to Organize Your Workspace
Learn how to swiftly declutter your desk in just ten minutes with simple steps like taking a before photo, clearing the surface, managing papers, and tidying tech. Create a happier, more productive workspace today!
- Jul 13, 2025
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- 04 mins read
Mastering the Power Hour for Ultimate Productivity
Discover how dedicating just 60 minutes to focused work can revolutionize your productivity, declutter your mind, and turn task chaos into achievable goals.
- Jul 11, 2025
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- 04 mins read
Batching vs. Multitasking: Which Actually Works (And Which Just Feels Like Productivity)?
An amusing and insightful comparison of task batching and multitasking for productivity, enriched with personal experiments and practical tips.
- Jul 05, 2025
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- 05 mins read
The Power of the Five-Minute Favor: Boost Your Productivity with Small Acts of Kindness
Discover how performing quick, five-minute favors can enhance your social bonds, build momentum, and increase motivation, transforming your approach to productivity.
- Jul 04, 2025
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- 04 mins read
The Great Calendar Cleanse: Detox Your Schedule for More Free Time
Learn how to declutter your calendar, say no to unnecessary commitments, and create space for what truly matters, increasing your free time and mental clarity.
- Jul 01, 2025
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- 04 mins read
The Power Nap Experiment: Can 10 Minutes Really Save Your Entire Day?
A personal experiment exploring the benefits of 10-minute power naps and how they can boost energy, mood, and focus during your busy day.
- Jun 27, 2025
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- 05 mins read
The Power of the Ta-Da List: Celebrating Small Wins for Big Motivation
Discover how the innovative 'Ta-Da List' shifts focus from overwhelm to celebration by acknowledging your accomplishments, no matter how small, to boost motivation and mindfulness.
- Jun 25, 2025
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- 05 mins read
Stop Doomscrolling: Hacks to Reclaim Your Time from Social Media Black Holes
A humorous and practical guide to overcoming endless social media scrolling through apps renaming, app limits, habit switching, and scheduling.
- Jun 23, 2025
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Procrastination Shrines: How to Set Up a Workspace You Actually Want to Sit In
Transform your workspace into an inspiring and cozy zone that boosts your productivity and makes work more enjoyable with tips on furniture, lighting, decor, and rituals.
- Jun 21, 2025
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- 04 mins read
Embracing Strategic Procrastination: Turning Delay into Productivity
A humorous and practical guide to leveraging intentional delay and creative chaos to boost productivity and complete tasks effectively.
- Jun 19, 2025
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Calendar Cramming: Why Your Time-Blocking Keeps Exploding (And What to Do About It)
Learn why time-blocking often fails and discover practical strategies to create a flexible, effective daily schedule that actually sticks, including adding buffer zones, themes, and fun into your calendar.
- Jun 17, 2025
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- 04 mins read
The Ultimate Guide to Surviving and Thriving in Remote Work
Practical tips and creative hacks for making remote work enjoyable and productive, from designing your workspace to maintaining routines and human contact.
- Jun 15, 2025
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Inbox Zero for Real People (Not Robots or Hermits)
A humorous, practical guide to managing your email inbox without stress, featuring strategies like declaring inbox bankruptcy, organizing with folders, and using the snooze feature.
- May 27, 2025
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Micro-Habits: Tiny Changes, Huge Gains (And Zero Shame)
A playful guide to building lasting habits through tiny, manageable changes. Learn how micro-habits can transform your routine with minimal effort and maximum fun.
- May 18, 2025
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- 05 mins read
The Best To-Do List Apps to Trick Your Brain into Getting Stuff Done
A comprehensive guide to the best to-do list apps to help you boost productivity and trick your brain into getting things done. This article reviews apps like TickTick, Todoist, Microsoft To Do, Things 3, Trello, Notion, and Habitica, providing insights into their features and who they're best suited for.
- May 10, 2025
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Turn Your Smartphone into a Minimalist Productivity Tool
Reclaim your focus and boost your productivity by turning your smartphone into a minimalist tool. This guide offers actionable steps to declutter your digital life, tame notifications, and build a control center for enhanced efficiency.
- Dec 17, 2024
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- 04 mins read
How to Plan a Stress-Free Holiday Season
Discover practical and fun ways to navigate the holiday madness with less stress and more joy.
- Dec 16, 2024
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- 04 mins read
How I Accidentally Became Productive by Watching Cat Videos
Who knew cat videos could lead to better focus and productivity? Here's how a seemingly lazy habit turned into my secret weapon for getting things done.
- Dec 14, 2024
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- 04 mins read
The Pomodoro Technique: Legit Time-Saver or Fancy Tomato Scam?
Is the Pomodoro Technique the productivity hack you need, or just a fancy excuse to buy a tomato timer? Let's dive into the method, its pros and cons, and how to make it work for you.
- Dec 10, 2024
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- 03 mins read
How to Outsmart Your Snooze Button (Without Crying)
Tired of your snooze button ruling your mornings? Discover playful yet practical tips to wake up with less groaning and more go-getting.