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    How to Say No at Work Without Burning Bridges

    BySimon Shaw 15 January 202615 January 2026

    How many times this week have you agreed to something you immediately regretted? That extra committee…

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    Why Time Blocking Fails (And How to Fix It for Good)

    BySimon Shaw 6 January 202610 January 2026

    Why Your Perfect Time Blocking System Keeps Falling Apart You’ve colour-coded your calendar. Blocked out every…

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  • Three hands showing one, three, and five fingers illustrating the 1-3-5 rule for daily productivity

    The 1-3-5 Rule: A Simple Framework for Daily Productivity

    BySimon Shaw 31 December 20256 January 2026

    Why Your 47-Item To-Do List Is Sabotaging Your Productivity You start Monday with ambition. Twenty-three tasks…

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  • Two timers showing different durations, illustrating the 50/10 focus method.

    The 50/10 Focus Method: Why Longer Focus Beats Pomodoro

    BySimon Shaw 31 December 202511 February 2026

    There’s a special kind of frustration reserved for people who’ve just hit their stride on a…

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  • Person pushing large boulder representing productivity friction and resistance

    Friction Logging: Find and Fix Productivity Roadblocks

    BySimon Shaw 30 December 202530 December 2025

    Why You’re Working Hard But Getting Nowhere You’re busy. Constantly moving. Emails, meetings, tasks. Yet at…

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  • Professional demonstrating how to focus better at work without distractions in minimalist workspace

    How to Focus Better at Work: The Complete Deep Work Guide

    BySimon Shaw 26 December 20259 February 2026

    Here’s a scenario you’ll probably recognise. You sit down with big plans to nail that important…

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    The 2-Minute Rule: Eliminate Procrastination Instantly

    BySimon Shaw 21 December 202528 December 2025

    You know that feeling when you look at your to-do list and it’s just… a lot?…

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