Part of me wishes that LifeScale was released in 2020. I know, I know, it’s not the most popular year. But it is the year that we were, en masse, informed about our “social dilemma” and also further thrust into living a digital-first life at work and at home, which basically became the same thing, i.e. WFH, WFHLife, work from home, work from anywhere, remote work, et al. Early in 2020, as lockdowns were in their initial onset (in some…
It’s Hard to Live Your Best Life When You’ve not Yet Discovered Your Best Self
“Every day, itâs important to ask and answer these questions: ‘Whatâs good in my life?’ and ‘What needs to be done?’â â Nathaniel Branden Do you ever feel like you canât keep up with everything? Do you ever feel like you canât stop trying to keep up? Do you ever feel like if you stop, youâll lose your relevance or status? Do you ever feel like enough is never enough and too much at the same time? I guess, in…
The Urgent Need for Creativity in Life and Why Our Dependence on Personal Tech Can Erode Our Individuality
A new year, a new you… The year was 2019. The place was Austin, Texas, during SXSW. Shortly after my keynote and official debut of LifeScale, I visited the Velocitize Talks studio hosted by WP Engine. There, I shared research and insights into my latest book, along with digital transformation, the future of brand, the impact of digital distractions, and the importance of living a more creative life. After all this time, I’m proud to finally share the results of that session…
If you struggle to disconnect from technology, you are not alone; Here’s how to minimize distractions and reclaim your creativity
If you struggle to disconnect from technology, you are not alone. Learn to minimize distractions and reclaim your creativity with insights from Lifescale…especially in these times of remote work and working from home â via EBSCO accel5 Technology has influenced every part of human life. Itâs fueled tremendous advancements, improved access to information, and introduced greater opportunities for connection. For many people, however, itâs also contributed to feelings of distraction and discontentment, diminished their capacities for focus and critical thinking,…
LifeScale Now Available in Poland: SiĹa koncentracji â Lifescale â jak siÄ skupiÄ by mieÄ kreatywne produktywne i szczÄĹliwe Ĺźycie?
via ROĹNIJ W SIĹÄ LifeScale is now available in Poland! Here’s a thoughtful, in-depth review from a publication in Poland that translates to, “Grow in Strength.” You can read the English version here (Google Translate). SiĹa koncentracji â Lifescale â jak siÄ skupiÄ by mieÄ kreatywne produktywne i szczÄĹliwe Ĺźycie? Ĺťyjemy w Ĺwiecie, w ktĂłrym ciÄ gle coĹ nas rozprasza. Z kaĹźdej strony bombardujÄ nas bodĹşce zabiegajÄ ce o naszÄ uwagÄ na wszelkie moĹźliwe sposoby przy wykorzystaniu sĹaboĹci naszych umysĹĂłw. Trudniej jest…
Innovation in an Era of Digital Distractions
Have you watched the “Social Dilemma” on Netflix yet? It explores the previously unknown, ignored, and dangerous human impact of social networking, with tech experts sounding the alarm on their own creations. I spent two years doing the same, most notably, with many of the players featured in the documentary. While social networking and gaming have rewired our brains and bodies, what the documentary, and most other experts and approaches leave us without, is a solution. I’m not a believer…
December 2020 is LifeScale Month 🙌: Let’s Make 2021 a More Creative and Happier Year
Dani Saveker developed Visual Synopsis to capture inspiring content in a beautiful, simple and memorable way. Did you know that half the human brain is directly or indirectly devoted to processing visual information? The brain can identify images seen for as little as 13 milliseconds. At least 65% of people are “visual learners.” In 2019, Dani Saveker, CEO and the founder of GLAS, and creator of Visual Synopsis, read LifeScale: How To Live a More Creative, Productive, and Happy Life. It…
In these dark times, be the light: How to boost your business through innovation
In 2020, Emakina and I partnered on a special #FastTrack webinar to help brands become the light in these dark times. The conversation was titled, “How to boost your business through innovation in the current and future context.” Leading up to the event, Luc Malcorps of Emakina and I explored topics in the webinar, but also work leading up to COVID-19 that may prove more meaningful now than before. I hope this helps you… The Covid-19 crisis unhinged society and…
Humanly Possible: A LifeScale Approach to Scaling Your Life Toward Creativity and Happiness
I’ve known Bryan Kramer and Courtney Smith Kramer for many years now. We’ve become real world friends, plus our families spend time together. Truth is, it’s never enough time. Bryan invited me to be on his podcast, “Humanly Possible.” What a special time. I’d like to share it with you. IN THIS EPISODE: Persuasive design Reverse engineering the addiction to social media Helping businesses navigate these unprecedented times QUOTATIONS FROM THIS EPISODE: âIt wasnât a big leap of faith at…
With Social Media Addiction, AI Algorithms, and Disinformation, the Real Social Dilemma is Ours to Solve: Where Do We Start?
How do we live in a world of constant distraction without giving up these digital tools that monopolize our attention, but provide value at the same time? Is it an all-or-nothing game? These are questions more people are asking as a result of the overwhelming success of the Netflix documentary The #SocialDilemma, which looks at the consequences of driving user engagement through so-called âbubble filterâ algorithms, that increase utilization by showing us more of what weâre already watching, insulating us…
