Tag: Productivity

With the spread of Coronavirus forcing record numbers of employees to work from home, we separate the myths from the realities on getting distracted, loneliness, work-life balance and more.

Remote working, or working from home, is a dream scenario for many people. But few consider this all too common pitfall when it comes to communication.

With the remote working on the rise, find out how communication technologies are failing us; and what we can do to stem the tide.

Just the word "email" can be enough to cause stress. Spike’s 2020 Workplace Communication Report paints a worrying picture of Americans fractured relationship with email–but not all is lost. There is light on the horizon.  

Working from home is more than lazy days spent answering emails from your PJs. Remote jobs come with their own unique set of challenges. Learn how to manage your time better and succeed with these tips.

Workplace wellness is a hot topic these days thanks to high-stress offices and intrusive technology. Combat the chaos and be well at work with these great tips.

Do you live your life in an intricate web of instant messaging apps? Here's exactly how it affects your attention span – and more importantly, your ability to handle stress.

Find out how to be happy at work with these simple and effective tips, covering everything from relationships to office design.

Want to take the freelance leap? Arm yourself with Spike's go-to guide, from finding clients to making money and the best tools to support you.

Looking for new ways to collaborate? Spike has exactly what you need. Read on and discover a few surprising ways to boost collaboration.

When it comes to collaboration, shared notes that can be edited by your whole team can boost productivity and bring fresh ideas to any project. Learn how!

Nap time is no longer only for kids. Find out how hitting snooze on that email will help you enjoy better inbox management.

From pre-work swimming to the art of doing nothing, borrow from these feel-good routines and create more balance in your daily life.

For anyone who spends a large part of their working day at home, a stylish and functional home office is crucial. Read on to how to create the perfect space.

Whatever you are looking for, Advanced Search makes it simple. Discover the easiest way to find messages, files, and contacts with Spike.

A decent pair of headphones is a must for any open office. Check out our list of the best work headphones to help you create your own oasis.

Equality in the workplace is a hot topic right now. Learn how fostering a more inclusive environment at work can help boost your business.

Make your employees and team members feel like more than just a number. Check out the best team engagement tips from leaders across different industries to help take your team above and beyond.

Invoicing can be a bit of a drag but it doesn’t have to be that way. Check out Spike's picks for the best invoicing software designed to make your life a little easier.

If you’re looking for an alternative to Newton Email, then check out how Spike compares. You’re going to love it.

If you’re looking for a better way to manage email and keep tabs on your deadlines, then Spike is one of the best apps for students. Download Spike today and see for yourself.

Looking for a more streamlined and intuitive alternative to Thunderbird? Spike’s got everything you need. Check it out!

If you’re regularly making simple email mistakes in your day-to-day communications, then Spike can help. Check it out today.

Want to be more productive? Then ditch these bad behaviors and learn about the habits of highly effective people to push your productivity to new heights.

Learn about Spike’s latest killer feature and start scheduling your email to be sent at a later time or date. It’s quick, simple, and super intuitive to use.

Summer vacation is here but that’s no reason to turn off your brain! Learn how to have a productive summer with our top tips to staying sharp and switched on.

Improving your work performance is a constant struggle, especially with the amount of distractions all around the workplace. Learn how to be more productive at work to achieve your professional goals and become a more valuable employee.

Discover a wealth of useful graphic design apps that are perfect for freelancers, digital nomads, and anyone who is inspired outside of the office.

Eco-friendly offices can help the environment and boost productivity. Here, we look at a few eco-friendly office ideas designed to help you go green.

Good SEO can make or break online success, but who has the time? Definitely not most small business owners. But you don’t have to settle for page 1095. Some quick and simple SEO hacks can give your website a powerful leg-up with little to no ong

Meetings bringing you down? Energize your mind and work day by turning coffee breaks into productive meetings and make them an essential part of your collaborative process.

While the whole world seems to hate working in open plan offices at the moment, the cubicle-based alternative was no better. So what’s the solution?

Discover how Spike can help you finish your to-do list on time, every time. Welcome to a whole new world of productivity and creativity with Conversational Email.

Still dragging yourself out of bed every morning to the protests of your aching body? Try these top tips to become a morning person and boost productivity.

Due to popular demand, Spike is proud to introduce Dark Mode. Say hello to a whole new look and embrace your dark side with Spike.

Losing focus at work? Find your “flow” and discover a new-found enjoyment in everything you do!

Had enough of app notification stress? Follow these tips to reduce notification distractions and improve your focus, health, and tranquility.

Android productivity apps can help you bring your A-game every day. Learn about the top android productivity apps currently available with Spike.

Follow this tactic to break free from the mind trap of inbox zero and to finally take off your email so you can focus on bigger, more meaningful work every day.

Whether as a remote worker, freelancer, of full-on digital nomad, Spike can help you be more productive and better organized. Discover the future of email with the only tool you’ll ever need and talk to people, not threads. Say hello to Spike.

Heard email is on its way out? Quite the opposite! Explore why email communication is alive and kicking, and how teams around the world are using email to stay connected and boost productivity.

Set yourself up for success in the productivity game. We break down habits you can incorporate into your daily life to ramp up productivity—and completely transform your business in the process.

Ever get the feeling that your online email client was actually designed to make your life more difficult?
There is a better way to manage your email and it is the only tool you’ll ever need.

We’ve all got at least one and we use it every day. But what are the real differences between email and instant messaging? And what does the future hold?

We’ve tried and tested these 10 simple but effective work productivity tips to get your workspace from distracting and overwhelming to super (duper) focus inducing. Goodbye dread-filled desk. Hello productivity palace!