We are always on our phones. That’s no secret. But I was surprised to see just how much time people spent on their phones. According to the article below, people spend one-third of their waking time on mobile apps. Some apps are helpful, like communications apps that keep us connected or health and fitness apps …
I spend over 20 hours a week on emails, both reading and writing them. So, I wanted to send the below article on email etiquette and maybe help a few of us get better with our communications. Here are some of the best thoughts on what to do/not do: –Avoid ALL CAPS. This is like …
I am dabbling in podcasts. But this LIFEies is something I have just begun trying, and thought you might want to try it as well. You’ve heard of speed reading but have you heard of speed listening? Podcast apps are now offering the ability to listen to episodes at up to 4x the normal …
We talk about shutting down, taking time off, and getting away from technology. Now you can name it: A Shultz Hour. See the NYT article below that Mike Welborn sent me. I have been putting ‘thoughtful time’ (time for reflection) into my calendar for over two years but I rarely take it. Maybe this …
Scott Dinsmore wrote the below blog just before his death near the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro (read more here). I love his mindset and work. The below represents the essence of one of my rules for living a Fantastic Life–Getting out of the Matrix (click here to buy The Fantastic Life and read all of …
I love it when technology can make my life easier. I am totally focused on efficiency as well. Of course, there is a downside. Below is a wonderful article on how people are changing, interacting less and becoming more isolated. I see it in millennials where connections don’t mean relationships. Getting my interns to just pick up the phone and call …
Below is a great infographic that visually shows 35 habits to be more productive. Take a look, pick a few, and take them on a test run. I know my son Charlie is working on writing his ideas down daily—from the mind section. I am personally focused on the sleep (see the LIFEies I sent on sleep) …
Below is a great article that my brother sent me about all the incredible things happening in American manufacturing today. Sound boring? Far from it. The software company hackathons we have seen in the tech industry recently are now coming to USA manufacturing. Rapid change, time to market, and continuous disruption; get used to them. Make sure you are on the right side of this immense …
One of the best things about technology can also be the very worst. Instant communication is great, until it isn’t. Below is a short article from Michael Josephson about taking a little bit of time before you send out any communication to ask yourself a few questions. Over the years, I have written over a dozen emails or …
Below is a simple graph with amazing data. The Average American over 15 years old spends 168 minutes each and every day watching TV. They spend 19 minutes reading, 18 minutes working out, and 18 minutes relaxing (meditation). Let’s change this up for a month. Try this: TV–2 hours for the week (your must-see show or a …
TV vs. Changing Your Life. Simple change and very powerful! Read More »
