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Insights and tips on productivity, time tracking, and building better work habits.
macgill davis · May 27, 2026
15 Time Management Methods That Actually Work in 2026
Proven time management methods ranked by effectiveness for knowledge workers. Includes Pomodoro, time blocking, Eisenhower Matrix, Eat the Frog, and 11 more methods with step-by-step instructions and when to use each one.
macgill davis · April 29, 2026
The 9 Best Focus Apps for Mac in 2026
Still disabling your blocker at 2 pm? Nine focus apps tested on a real Mac, with honest cons and clear guidance on which one suits you.
macgill davis · April 10, 2026
11 Best Mac Productivity Apps in 2026
The 11 best Mac productivity apps for 2026, tested on Apple Silicon and Intel — time tracking, focus, tasks, launchers, passwords, notes, and more.
macgill davis · March 28, 2026
How to Choose a Time Tracking App (2026 Guide)
A practical framework for evaluating time tracking apps in 2026. Covers the 8 criteria that matter — from automatic tracking to privacy and pricing.
macgill davis · March 13, 2026
Team Profitability Calculator for Agencies
Most agencies think they're profitable until they do the math. Here's how to build a team profitability calculator that shows the real number.
macgill davis · February 27, 2026
Best Automated Time Capture for Hourly Workers
Side-by-side comparison of automated time capture tools for hourly workers covering Rize, Hubstaff, Clockify, TimeCamp, Time Doctor, Timely, and RescueTime.
macgill davis · July 11, 2025
Flex Time Management: How to Be Productive on Any Schedule
Learn about the advantages and challenges of a flexible work schedule as well as some flex time management tips to help you be successful.
macgill davis · October 14, 2022
The Top 10 Remote Working Tools You Need to Try (and Why)
When you don’t work in an office, you need remote working tools to facilitate communication, collaboration, and more. Discover 10 tools that can help.
macgill davis · October 6, 2022
Non-Billable vs. Billable Hours: How to Track Them
Billable hours bring in revenue, but non-billable hours keep a business running. Compare the best tracking tools, learn automatic vs. manual methods, and see how freelancers track billable time.
macgill davis · September 22, 2022
Workload Management: Optimize Team Efficiency
Learn how workload management optimizes team efficiency, prevents burnout, and balances task distribution. 9 actionable steps plus time tracking tips.
macgill davis · September 13, 2022
Timeboxing: The Ultimate Time Management Technique
Timeboxing is the simplest way to protect focus and finish tasks on time. Learn the 5-step technique, compare the best timeboxing tools, and see how automatic tracking helps you measure results.
macgill davis · September 2, 2022
How to Wake Yourself up at Work: 9 Science-Backed Tips
When you’re so tired you’re having trouble focusing or keeping your eyes open, try one of these tips for how to wake yourself up at work.
macgill davis · August 8, 2022
How to Find (and Track) More Time for Deep Work
Deep work is focused, distraction-free concentration on hard tasks. Learn how to make time for it, track deep work sessions, and measure progress with the best deep work tools.
macgill davis · July 26, 2022
Best Ways to Measure Employee Productivity (2026)
How to measure employee productivity with data, not guesswork. Covers AI time tracking, focus scores, output metrics, and tool comparisons for teams.
macgill davis · June 17, 2022
5 Tips To Overcome Time Anxiety and Boost Productivity
If you’re stressing about too little hours in a day, you might be dealing with time anxiety. These five productivity tips can help alleviate the daily dread.
macgill davis · June 8, 2022
3 Ways to Conduct a Time Audit (+ Best Tools for 2026)
A time audit reveals where your hours actually go. Learn three methods to conduct one, compare the best time audit tools, and see how AI tracking automates the process.
macgill davis · May 27, 2022
6 Focus Tools to Help You Make the Most of Your Workdays
Want to accomplish more in your day? Use these focus tools to help you track your day, clear your mind, block distractions, and take necessary breaks.
macgill davis · May 11, 2022
How to Limit Context Switching and Stay Productive
Context switching contributes to busyness more than productivity. Learn three tips to stay focused and minimize the effects of context switching.
macgill davis · April 18, 2022
What is Time Mapping (And How It Improves Productivity)?
Time mapping is a technique that can help you get more done in less time.
macgill davis · March 31, 2022
22 Productive Things to Do When Bored (That Actually Matter)
Stop scrolling. Here are 22 things you can do right now that improve your skills, health, and career — from 2-minute fixes to weekend projects.
macgill davis · March 29, 2022
5 Time Management Techniques to Maximize Your Productivity
Need help focusing, prioritizing, or putting an end to procrastination? Use these time management techniques to help you get more done.