Head Space

Calm productivity for academics

Tag: well-being

  • Fried & Hansson: It doesn’t have to be crazy at work

    It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson champions a “calm company” approach, where productivity doesn’t equate to relentless busyness. By minimising distractions, protecting time, and setting realistic expectations, the authors propose a sustainable work culture that prioritises well-being alongside impactful results.

  • Stop working longer hours: It won’t solve your workload problems

    For busy academics, working longer hours often feels like the only solution to mounting pressures. But more hours won’t solve the underlying problems of unsustainable workload or inefficient workflow. Instead of normalising overwork, focus on identifying and addressing the root causes of time scarcity in your academic practice