Monica Nguyen

Are you always putting things off, having trouble keeping up with your daily chores, an feeling like you can’t handle the chaos around you?  Don’t worry, you aren’t the only one. Life can get very busy, but there are great tools called work apps that can help you get back in charge.  In this piece, … Read more

As our lives are getting busier, we often find ourselves struggling to manage our time efficiently. We have so much on our plates – work, family, friends, hobbies, and other commitments. The list never seems to end. It’s no wonder that most people find it hard to plan their day and stick to a schedule. … Read more

Getting Things Done (GTD) is the personal productivity method created by David Allen. The idea is simple: get every commitment out of your head and into a trusted system, decide on the next action for each one, and review the system regularly so nothing slips. You can run GTD on paper, but a good app … Read more

The Eisenhower Matrix is a prioritization tool that sorts tasks into four quadrants using two questions: is it urgent, and is it important? Tasks that are urgent and important are done first, important but not urgent tasks are scheduled, urgent but unimportant tasks are delegated, and tasks that are neither are dropped. With endless tasks … Read more

In our fast-paced world, the pursuit of productivity has become essential. Productivity books offer valuable insights and practical strategies to help you work smarter, achieve your goals, and lead a more fulfilling life. Join Focuscommit explore the top productivity books that can transform how you approach work and life. Why are productivity books a good … Read more

In our fast-paced world, managing our time effectively has become a critical skill for personal and professional success. One powerful tool that helps us understand how we allocate our time and prioritize tasks is the Time Management Quadrant. Imagine your to-do list as a dynamic landscape, with tasks ranging from urgent to not urgent and … Read more

Effective personal productivity can feel like a perpetual struggle in a world characterized by ceaseless distractions and a constant influx of responsibilities. The desire to achieve more, stay organized, and reduce the mental clutter is a universal quest.  Fortunately, there’s a methodology that offers a systematic approach to tackling these challenges – Getting Things Done … Read more

In a world brimming with tasks, responsibilities, and an ever-increasing demand for our attention, the pursuit of productivity can often feel like chasing a mirage. However, amid the chaos of modern life, a powerful tool exists—a hidden gem, if you will—that can unlock the door to effective task management and transform how you approach your … Read more

In a world driven by the pursuit of knowledge and continuous learning, mastering effective learning techniques is paramount. The Feynman Technique, named after the brilliant physicist Richard Feynman, has gained popularity as a powerful method for comprehending complex subjects.  But how effective is the Feynman Technique, and can it truly help learners grasp intricate concepts … Read more

It can be difficult to say no at work, especially when you’re expected to say yes to everything. However, it’s important to know how to say no in a respectful and professional way. Here are some tips on how to say no at work without causing any problems. Why are you afraid to say “No”? … Read more