Productivity Actionable insights on small business, marketing, entrepreneurship, design, and more, from crowdspring. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 03:46:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://images.crowdspring.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/03124624/cropped-cs-app-icon-32x32.png Productivity 32 32 13 Essential TED Talks You Must Listen to When Starting a Business https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/ted-talks-starting-a-business/ Mon, 05 Apr 2021 17:42:36 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=37946

Launching a startup isn't for the faint of heart. But, these 13 TED Talks share insights and actionable tips that can help you succeed.]]>
3 Big Challenges Of Remote Work and How To Overcome Them https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/remote-work-challenges/ Wed, 06 May 2020 19:49:56 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=35497

Here are three of the most common challenges managers and companies face when managing remote teams and ways you can overcome those challenges.]]>
These Scientific Insights on Self-Control Will Help You Build A Successful and Sustainable Small Business https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/self-control/ Thu, 12 Mar 2020 17:48:40 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=35338 woman doing yoga

Here's a deep look into self-control and the role it can play in your life as you start your business.]]>
Delegation is Crucial for Your Small Business’s Health [Use These Tips to Start Delegating Today] https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/delegation-small-business/ Wed, 05 Jun 2019 17:34:54 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=31084

A business's ability to evolve depends on its leader's ability to delegate. Here's a good look at why delegating is so crucial to the good health of your business.]]>
12 Great Productivity and Organization Apps For Small Businesses https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/organization-apps/ Thu, 07 Feb 2019 16:06:42 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=30410

Running a small business means keeping a lot of different balls in the air. We look at productivity tools and apps that can empower your small business with easy, accessible design.]]>
How Routines and Habits Can Empower Wildly Successful People https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/successful-entrepreneurs-people-routines-and-habits/ Mon, 30 Jul 2018 15:45:30 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=27976

Nearly all successful people rely on specific routines and rituals. We look at tips and strategies to help you integrate daily routines into your life. ]]>
These 12 Apps Will Help Boost Your Productivity https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/12-best-productivity-apps/ Mon, 02 Jul 2018 15:43:45 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=27709

Every day, another app or service claims to increase your productivity, corral your to-dos, or assassinate your procrastination. Here are 12 of the latest and greatest productivity products.]]>
5 Scientifically Proven Ways to Reclaim Your Personal Life and Improve Your Work Productivity https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/how-to-improve-productivity/ Wed, 13 Jun 2018 17:26:13 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=27392

Here are five scientifically proven ways you can improve your productivity at work and reclaim your personal life.]]>
8 Big Startup Myths That Hold Entrepreneurs Back From Success https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/startup-myths/ Mon, 23 Apr 2018 14:06:40 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=26910

Separating fact from fiction can help entrepreneurs start a new business while staying grounded. We look at 8 big startup myths.]]>
Why The Most Successful Entrepreneurs Say No https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/successful-entrepreneurs-say-no/ Mon, 05 Mar 2018 15:38:20 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=26344

Successful entrepreneurs practice carefully calculated restraint when faced with decisions. For this reason, the most successful entrepreneurs say no often.]]>
4 Major Challenges of Being Your Own Boss (and How to Overcome Them) https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/challenges-being-your-own-boss/ Wed, 07 Feb 2018 16:40:54 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=25922

Here are 4 of the most common challenges you'll encounter running your own business and proven tactics to help you overcome those challenges.]]>
Why Side Projects Are Important (And How You Can Get Started) https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/power-of-side-projects-entrepreneurs-small-business/ Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:55:17 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=25627

Here's why you should invest your time in developing and pursuing a side project. It may be the most important thing you do this year.]]>
6 Reasons Why Tomorrow Is An Entrepreneur’s Enemy https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/procrastination-and-entrepreneurs/ Wed, 10 Jan 2018 15:59:01 +0000 https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/?p=25669

Here are six reasons why many people habitually procrastinate, and what you can do to create better habits.]]>
30 Apps That Turn Your Phone Into A High-Powered Mobile Office For Your Business https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/small-business-entrepreneur-productivity-mobile-apps/ Mon, 14 Aug 2017 05:15:03 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=24440

To turn your phone into a powerful business tool, here are apps and services that can make running your small business on the go a reality.]]>
These Online Programs Will Make You Rethink How You Can Improve Your Business Skills https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/business-online-education-skills-entrepreneurship/ Mon, 07 Aug 2017 05:15:34 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=24405

Here are some of the most popular sources of online courses that could help you become a better entrepreneur or small business owner.]]>
How Self Discipline Can Unlock Your Business Success https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/self-discipline/ Thu, 27 Jul 2017 05:15:19 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=24347

If you're ready to do what it takes to reach your goals, check out these 9 tips for strengthening your self-discipline.]]>
10 Best Apps For Small Business Owners https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/10-apps-small-business-entrepreneur-productivity/ Mon, 03 Jul 2017 05:15:57 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=24223

Here are ten terrific mobile apps that you should consider using in your small business to improve productivity.]]>
5 Scientifically Proven Ways To Improve Your Focus and Concentration https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/scientifically-proven-ways-improve-focus-concentration/ Mon, 22 May 2017 19:39:44 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=23972

These five scientifically sound strategies can help you minimize distractions, decrease stress, and improve focus. ]]>
20 Essential Tools for Startups and Entrepreneurs https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/startup-tools-entrepreneurs/ Fri, 12 May 2017 18:19:18 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=23921

We’ve gathered a collection of tools for startups and entrepreneurs that help you simplify, streamline, and get your new business running in no time.]]>
Don’t Let Burnout Stall Your Career: The 5 Best Tips for Preventing Burnout https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/5_best_tips_for_preventing_burnout/ Fri, 05 May 2017 14:33:09 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=23875

Remind yourself that running a business is a marathon, not a sprint. And, prepare yourself for the long run with these five tips for preventing burnout.]]>
These 14 Mobile Apps Will Increase Your Productivity https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/these-14-mobile-apps-will-increase-your-productivity/ Mon, 10 Apr 2017 16:10:44 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=23671

We look at 14 mobile apps that can help you improve productivity and do more in less time.]]>
Notifications Kill Your Productivity: How To Reclaim Your Life https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/notifications-kill-productivity-how-to-reclaim-your-life/ Thu, 06 Apr 2017 20:18:06 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=23647

Here are our tips for pairing your notifications down to just the essentials.]]>
How 5 Successful Entrepreneurs Stay Creative While Running a Business https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/how-5-successful-entrepreneurs-stay-creative-running-a-business/ Wed, 15 Mar 2017 19:56:59 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=23292

We looked at what 5 successful entrepreneurs in the U.K. are doing to regularly spark their creativity.]]>
Wellness Tips from Successful Entrepreneurs and Health Experts https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/wellness-tips-from-successful-entrepreneurs-and-health-experts/ Fri, 10 Mar 2017 20:00:32 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=23262

Neither you nor your business will thrive if you neglect your health. So we’ve compiled pro tips from entrepreneurs for how to take care of yourself.]]>
6 Simple Habits of Extremely Successful Entrepreneurs https://www.crowdspring.com/blog/6-simple-habits-for-entrepreneur-success/ Thu, 16 Feb 2017 06:22:16 +0000 https://blog.crowdspring.com/?p=23137

Successful people share a number of habits that make them successful. This includes the things they do in living their personal lives, and how they run their businesses.]]>