Tag: Productivity


  • Spencer Matthews Harnesses Habit Stacking to Tackle Extreme Challenges

    Spencer Matthews Harnesses Habit Stacking to Tackle Extreme Challenges

    How habit stacking powers Spencer Matthews’ extreme challenges Former Made in Chelsea star Spencer Matthews has built a reputation for pushing his physical and mental limits while balancing a bustling family life. In a recent interview with The Irish Examiner, the 37-year-old revealed that habit stacking — a simple, scalable approach to daily routines —…

  • AI Needs Skilling: Pearson Finds Learning Boosts Productivity and ROI

    AI Needs Skilling: Pearson Finds Learning Boosts Productivity and ROI

    AI Alone Won’t Boost U.S. Productivity New research from Pearson challenges a common assumption: artificial intelligence can turbocharge productivity without a parallel focus on learning. The findings suggest that AI’s positive impact on the economy is maximized only when it is paired with targeted skilling and continuous learning. In an era where automation and data-driven…

  • AI and Skilling: Pearson Finds Human Productivity Boost Depends on Learning

    AI and Skilling: Pearson Finds Human Productivity Boost Depends on Learning

    New Pearson Research Highlights a Crucial Link Between AI and Learning The latest findings from Pearson underscore a simple but powerful idea: artificial intelligence alone cannot lift human productivity without targeted learning and skilling. In a world where automation and AI are rapidly changing the workplace, the study suggests that pairing AI adoption with strategic…

  • AI and Skilling: How Learning Powers Productivity and ROI, Pearson Finds

    AI and Skilling: How Learning Powers Productivity and ROI, Pearson Finds

    New research links AI adoption with a skills-first approach to productivity As leaders gather in Davos to discuss the future of work, Pearson releases new findings showing that artificial intelligence alone won’t lift productivity unless paired with deliberate skilling. The research argues that AI investments yield the strongest returns when organizations invest in continuous learning…

  • Gmail overhaul: Two major changes you must know

    Gmail overhaul: Two major changes you must know

    Two Big Changes Hit Gmail: What’s Happening and Why It Matters Google has announced two sweeping changes to Gmail, aiming to reshape how the world’s most popular email service operates. One update was anticipated by users and industry watchers, while the other lands as a surprising pivot that could alter daily workflows for more than…

  • Gmail Gets a Major Overhaul: What Google’s Changes Mean for 2+ Billion Users

    Gmail Gets a Major Overhaul: What Google’s Changes Mean for 2+ Billion Users

    What Google announced Google revealed two sweeping changes to Gmail that will affect more than 2 billion users worldwide. One change aligns with expectations for a modern email platform, while the other arrives as a surprise that could shift how people manage messages, safety, and productivity. Below is a practical breakdown of what’s changing, who…

  • Silicon Valley’s Fear of Friction Might Be Harming Our Lives—and Friction Could Be the Cure

    Silicon Valley’s Fear of Friction Might Be Harming Our Lives—and Friction Could Be the Cure

    Reframing friction: from enemies to allies Silicon Valley has long celebrated frictionless experiences: instant apps, one-click purchases, and messaging that disappears into the background. The promise is seductive—less effort, quicker results, fewer obstacles. Yet there’s a growing counter-narrative: what if the very friction tech culture dismisses is the nutrient our daily lives crave? What if…

  • Silicon Valley’s Friction Fixation: Could Friction Be the Secret to a Better Life?

    Silicon Valley’s Friction Fixation: Could Friction Be the Secret to a Better Life?

    The Friction Paradox: Why We Fear It In a culture obsessed with speed, convenience, and always-on connectivity, friction has become the villain. Silicon Valley and its global echo chambers have sold us a simple mantra: reduce friction, accelerate outcomes, optimize every interaction. The result isn’t just faster software; it’s a broader impulse to minimize any…

  • Top Stories: Apple Creator Studio, Google Gemini-Powered Siri, and More

    Top Stories: Apple Creator Studio, Google Gemini-Powered Siri, and More

    Introduction: A Bold Start for 2026 In a move that signals Apple’s continued push into creative workflows, the tech giant announced Apple Creator Studio, a comprehensive software subscription designed to streamline video, audio, and image editing across its ecosystem. The subscription promises to unify Apple’s editing apps, add powerful AI-powered features, and unlock premium content…

  • Smartphones at the Heart of AI: How Mobile Devices Are Shaping the Future

    Smartphones at the Heart of AI: How Mobile Devices Are Shaping the Future

    Smartphones as the Gateways to Everyday AI In today’s tech landscape, smartphones are increasingly the primary interface through which people experience artificial intelligence. No longer a set of isolated features, AI on mobile devices is becoming a seamless part of daily life, shaping how we work, communicate, and entertain ourselves. This shift is not just…