mark hysted

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the to.... list

One of the parts of David Allen’s getting things done that have really lasted throughout the last few years for me is the concept of lists. These lists aren’t temporary, although they may eventually disappear, they are lists of interesting things to do, places to go and activities we would…

hard landscaping my 2023

This morning has been spent planning out what is happening in 2023 and making sure we all know what the 'big ticket' items are for the coming 12 months. Blocking out the fixed items in our year helps to reduce 'faff' when things have to be moved around last minute…

my annual digital declutter

It is the time of year I like to do a bit of a digital declutter, cleaning my digital life sets me up for a new year. It also tends to trigger thoughts about what next year might bring and the things I might like to pursue - always worth…

in praise of wired headphones

I have tried to like bluetooth headphones, I really have. I have tried on-ear and Airpods (the pro variety). I live in the Apple eco-system, so I always end up reaching for my Earpods – here is my rational for staying ‘old-skool’. The just fit in your pocket, and you…

back to the commute

Many of us are contemplating the return to the regular commute. Perhaps we aren’t going to be commuting quite as regularly as before, but commute we will. The current thinking seems to be pushing us towards a ‘hybrid’ style of working, with some days in the office but the majority…

navigating the hybrid workplace

It looks like I am going to be one of those hybrid workers, in the office 2-3 days per week. COVID19 has taught organisations and employees that the daily grind of office working isn’t getting the best from us. With a mixed home/office working week, the so-called ‘hybrid’ model becoming…