When you ask people about productivity, they typically talk about tools: to-do lists, notepads, PDA’s. Although these are useful for enhancing productivity, they’re only secondary to a fundamental requirement: a balanced life built on a sturdy foundation. According to The Productivity Handbook by Donald E. Wetmore, the foundation of our lives consists of seven areas: [...]
By Madeline Ong on September 30, 2009 | Category: Personal Development |
I’ve been working on a better personal documentation system, and this includes (among other things) notes on the books I’ve read and how I liked them. I’ve realized how useful notes can be when you’re trying to remember the title of that book you read about a ghost watching his old friends, or which of [...]
By Madeline Ong on August 28, 2009 | Category: Literature |
What makes a great graphic designer? This article identifies the traits and characteristics you need to make it in the design industry. Note: This is a summary of the first chapter of How To Be a Graphic Designer Without Losing Your Soul, which aims to educate aspiring graphic designers on the practical aspects of the [...]
By Madeline Ong on June 29, 2009 | Category: Design |
I first tried out audio books last year, when I realized I wasn’t reading much anymore—not because I had lost my taste for it, but because I spent a lot of time working on the computer. My eyes were strained when evening came, and I preferred to give them a break rather than use them [...]
By Madeline Ong on May 28, 2009 | Category: Literature |