Forbes Says Read This Book If You’re Burning Out. We Agree.
Let’s take a moment to celebrate. Forbes just published a roundup of books for high performers who are running on fumes. Four books made the cut. Take Breaks, Work Better wasn’t just on the list… it took the number one spot! We’re not surprised it’s resonating with so many entrepreneurs and executives. John Briggs wrote […]
Sustainable Productivity for Busy Professionals
As a busy professional, your packed calendar certainly shows your dedication. It’s likely filled with meetings, deadlines, and endless tasks. However, despite the long hours, you probably end the day feeling exhausted, not productive. Consequently, our culture pushes the myth that being busy is a sign of worth. The truth is, this always-on expectation is […]
Avoid Burnout Using the Core Principles of Take Breaks, Work Better
In a world that wears busyness as a badge of honor, the idea of working less to achieve more can feel revolutionary. Yet, that’s the promise at the heart of Take Breaks, Work Better. It’s not just a collection of time-management hacks; it’s a complete philosophy designed to restructure your workday, align your efforts with […]
The Science Behind Burnout and How to Avoid It
Feeling like you’re running on fumes? In today’s hustle culture, busy has become a badge of honor, but it comes at a steep price: burnout. We’re working longer, harder, and pushing ourselves to the brink, convinced it’s the only path to success. But what if there was a better, smarter way? A way to create […]
The 3.3 Rule’s Role in Lifelong Learning
In today’s fast-paced world, standing still means falling behind. The need for lifelong learning is no longer a suggestion; it’s a requirement for personal and professional relevance. Yet, who actually has the time or energy for it? After a draining 8-hour workday, the idea of picking up a book or taking an online course feels […]
How to Stay on Track as Routines Shift for Fall
Summer will be over before you know it and fall will be in full swing. The air gets crisp, the days get shorter, and for many, life gets a lot busier. The unstructured freedom of summer is replaced by the rigid schedules of back-to-school, new projects, and the final push to year-end goals. This annual […]
Overcoming Burnout: Success Stories Fueled by Take Breaks, Work Better
We can talk all day about why Take Breaks, Work Better, and the 3.3 Rule is a better way to work. We can explain the science, but the best way to understand its impact is to hear the burnout success stories from people who used it. It’s easy to be skeptical. A system that encourages […]
How the 3.3 Rule Works for Time Management – You Do Have Time
We’ve all said it. “I don’t have time.” It’s become the modern professional’s mantra… a sign you’re busy, hustling, and doing your best to keep up. But Take Breaks, Work Better argues that the amount of time isn’t what’s holding you back. Time management is the real problem. The traditional 8-hour workday is a relic. […]
Tips for Being Present for Family and Work Commitments
Being busy has become the modern badge of honor… but at what cost? If you’re always on, you’re never really present. And if you’re never present, what’s all that hard work really for? The Take Breaks, Work Better is a framework for how to be present for family and work. Getting more done in less […]
How Our Brains Are Actually Wired to Focus at Work (And Why Most Workdays Ignore It)
For years, we’ve worn long hours like a twisted badge of honor. We brag about the grind, the hustle, the I’ll sleep when I’m dead mentality. But here’s the truth about focus at work that most business owners ignore. Our brains aren’t built for the non-stop hustle. For decades, we’ve treated humans like machines, as […]