Scott Dust30. Earn your Flexibility?Research suggests that, in general, people value flexibility more than money. Why, then, don’t we start compensating people with...
Scott Dust29. You're Not Elon Musk, Stop TryingLast year I was half-way through proctoring a final exam when a student - disheveled, sweating, and breathing heavy - came bursting into...
Scott Dust28. It's Okay to Say NoBefore the COVID pandemic, I agreed to participate in a specific project. As things settled, it was time to reevaluate the initiative....
Scott Dust27. Know your TriggersAt the end of each day, reflect on the moments where you lashed out or got short with someone. Then, pinpoint the circumstances...
Scott Dust26. Please Be RealisticHow many times have you heard someone say, “let’s set a deadline for this?” Deadlines are useful. They ensure that everyone involved...
Scott Dust25. Disciplined Email TriageEmail is a ubiquitous workplace communication medium. And the inbox never stops filling up. To maximize productivity, it’s important to...