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HR 101: How did napping at work become a thing?

HR Brew

It was around this time that publications such as the New York Times and NPR noted how some forward-thinking employers were encouraging a midday snooze, citing improved productivity among the benefits. But it gives hope to anyone who has ever nodded off in front of the computer screen.” Fast-forward.

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Managing Your Screen Time During Lockdown

Thrive Global

Managing your screen time during lockdown. Most of us have also likely noticed the research-backed negative effects of tech overuse on our sleep, focus and our productivity at home. The mixture of boredom, anxiety and lack of IRL contact can make us even more prone to excess screen time during COVID-19 lock down.

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12 Small Ways to Take Breaks From Our Screens

Thrive Global

With all of the time we spend working on our computers, Zooming into meetings, and scrolling through our feeds to stay updated, it’s no surprise that many of us have experienced increased screen time during the pandemic. We asked our Thrive community to share how they prioritize taking breaks from their devices to reduce screen time.

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How to Avoid “Quarantine Screen” Pain

Thrive Global

Neck/upper back pain from hunching over your screen all day long? The posture problem from all this screen time, is an epidemic of mass proportions. Now we are sitting (or maybe standing) in front of screens… all…. Get a portable raise screen for your laptop. If so, are you feeling it yet? Have you thrown your back out?

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How 4 Thrive Global Staffers Invested in Staycations That Helped Them Recharge This Year

Thrive Global

A 2018 American Psychological Association survey on work and well-being found that nearly 70% of workers experienced an increase in positive mood and energy after taking a vacation from work, and about 60% felt more productive when they returned. Not to mention you earn 1.5x

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15 Strategies To Be More Productive Without Working Harder

Thrive Global

We all experience a desire to be more productive at one time or another. It’s normal to hit lulls in your work pace, but being more effective in your productivity can often reduce the time you spend working on something. It is key to note that being more productive does not mean working longer hours and burning yourself out.

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How to Keep Your Virtual Meetings Efficient and Productive

Thrive Global

But even with technology to keep us connected and productive , collaborating with teammates over instant messenger and keeping meetings focused over video conferences can be challenging. We asked our Thrive community to share the small techniques they are using to keep their meetings efficient and productive during this time.

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