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Strategies to help women set boundaries and find work-life balance
Want work-life balance? Here’s what no one tells women about boundaries.
Updated on May 05, 2025 06:51 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
How can you work from home and manage time more efficiently? WEF shares 7 tips
The World Economic Forum has shared seven tips for working from home and managing time more effectively. Check them out.
Published on May 01, 2025 03:27 PM IST
HT Education Desk | Edited by Papri Chanda
Taking microbreaks improves your mental health: Expert shares how to take them
Expert says microbreaks promote relaxation, enhance productivity, help maintain creativity and focus, and ultimately improving job satisfaction.
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 02:55 PM IST
Want to hustle and still have a personal life? Include these 6 powerful habits
You don’t have to keep juggling productivity and personal life when the right habits can help you balance both. Here are 6 habits to make you successful.
Updated on Apr 17, 2025 04:10 PM IST
Boost work productivity through smarter snacking with these nutrient-rich foods
Snacking wrong? Experts say this is why you crash every afternoon; share a list of snacks that beat fatigue and boost work productivity.
Updated on Apr 16, 2025 08:45 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Want to work more productively? These interior colours can boost your focus
Interior decor and design expert reveals the colour psychology hack every office needs for maximum productivity.
Updated on Mar 26, 2025 06:30 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Doctor reacts to Narayan Murthy's 70-hour workweek: ‘It’s not about work’
Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour workweek debate gets a fresh take on R Madhavan’s podcast as doctor explains why passion fuels some, while stress drains others.
Published on Mar 25, 2025 09:49 AM IST
Do you nap often? Neuroscientist shares how to use it for anti-ageing benefit
Forget coffee, a 20-minute nap could supercharge your productivity. A neuroscientist claims nappers have younger brains. Here’s how to do it right.
Updated on Mar 17, 2025 02:01 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Constant texts breaking focus at work? 5 reasons why you shouldn't reply ASAP
Immediately texting back while at work not only hurts your productivity but also blurs boundaries of work and personal time.
Published on Mar 06, 2025 07:00 AM IST
4 easy ways to adjust your sleep cycle for better productivity
The sleep mistakes that are secretly draining your energy: 4 ways to fix them tonight.
Published on Mar 05, 2025 08:45 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
‘No founder built startup with work-life balance,' says CTO, sparking debate
Amid India's ongoing debate on work-life balance, HubSpot's Indian-origin CTO asserted that building a breakthrough startup requires immense dedication.
Updated on Mar 05, 2025 05:08 PM IST
Simran Singh
Want to work faster? Science says this specific type of music can help
A study reveals that work flow music significantly enhances mood and task performance, with 76% of participants reporting benefits.
Published on Feb 19, 2025 02:19 PM IST
Is multitasking productive or draining? Here's when to draw the line
Multitasking nowadays with the daily hustle may seem the best way to stay productive. But is it the only solution? Expert shares how it can be draining as well.
Updated on Feb 06, 2025 02:47 PM IST
Listening to music while working? Understand which music helps with focus
Music is enjoyed, an all-time favourite to beat the blues. But is it okay to listen to music while working? Expert shares his take on it.
Updated on Feb 04, 2025 06:22 PM IST
12+ hours at your desk? New report blames longer working hours for poor health
Over 60-hr work week? Experts say it could cost you more than just your sanity and health. Here’s what actually boosts productivity!
Updated on Feb 01, 2025 04:07 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Narayana Murthy's latest take on long working hours: ‘Nobody can say…'
After advocating for a 70-hour workweek, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy emphasized that no one should enforce long hours on others.
Published on Jan 21, 2025 05:57 PM IST
Muskaan Sharma
'Penalise if...': MP writes to minister after L&T chairman's '90-hour' remarks
Subrahmanyan’s remarks advocating a 90-hour workweek and working Sundays sparked outrage online.
Updated on Jan 11, 2025 12:17 AM IST
PTI |
Spotify defends work-from-anywhere: ‘Can’t treat employees like children'
Spotify has noticed no negative impact on either productivity or efficiency since it adopted this work model, along with attrition rates dropping by 15%
Published on Jan 09, 2025 09:45 AM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Bengaluru techie's controversial advice for people in 20s is viral: ‘Get a maid’
Bengaluru techie's advice for early 20s sparks social media debate over spending on productivity-enhancing items.
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 04:55 PM IST
Muskaan Sharma
Five principles integral to better schooling systems
A study reveals that India's education system lags due to poor primary education, while China thrives with vocational training; reforms are urgently needed.
Published on Dec 19, 2024 09:11 PM IST
Can't get out of bed in winter? Here's how you can make the most of your days
If you feel like you are not getting anything done in the short winter days, here's how you can take control of your day.
Updated on Nov 17, 2024 03:55 PM IST
Are standing desks actually a health trap? Study warns of hidden risks
A study found that standing for over two hours daily increases circulatory disease risk by 11%, contradicting beliefs about its health benefits.
Published on Oct 18, 2024 10:35 AM IST
The double-edged sword of hustle culture
A sustainable approach encompassing periods of rest and relaxation is essential for both physical and mental well-being
Published on Oct 14, 2024 07:09 PM IST
Aastha Tripathi
New mom Deepika on burnout, sleep deprivation, her secret to better decisions
5 inspiring tips by Deepika Padukone and Arianna Huffington on World Mental Health Day to thrive amid negativity, cope with burnout, secret to better decisions.
Published on Oct 10, 2024 03:08 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Working from home? Here's how to design a space that boosts productivity
Work from home like a pro: Home decor and interior design tips for crafting the perfect office space in your house.
Updated on Sep 24, 2024 12:06 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Tired of being last on your list? Here are 6 ways to make self-care daily habit
Self care is the most neglected thing in women’s lives. Here's how to push them to take things in their hands and boost health, happiness, energy.
Published on Sep 12, 2024 12:46 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Bill Gates loves this ChatGPT feature which he uses for meetings
Bill Gates discussed his use of AI, particularly ChatGPT, for learning and summarizing meetings. He believes AI will boost productivity in health and education.
Updated on Sep 06, 2024 09:15 AM IST
Volkswagen says weak Europe car sales leave two VW factories empty
Volkswagen defended plans to consider unprecedented factory closures in Germany, saying flagging car sales have left the company with about two plants too many
Published on Sep 04, 2024 09:26 PM IST
Bloomberg |
AI is too 'sociopathic' to give financial advice, MIT researchers say
AI can be less sociopathic if made to ask questions like “How are you doing?” and use audio or video to sense emotional cues prior to giving financial advice
Updated on Sep 01, 2024 10:15 AM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Agriculture for a resilient future
This article is authored by Ravi Annavarapu, president, FMC India and South-West Asia.
Published on Aug 31, 2024 01:39 PM IST