May 2, 2012

6 Time-Management Tips From Accelerator Programs

Filed under: Time Management — Tags: , , — carrieallan @ 4:53 pm

By Alina Dizik

Want to work work smarter–not longer–hours? Start here with advice from Y Combinator, Techstars, Founder Institute, Excelerate Labs, and Seedcamp.

For startup accelerator programs, teaching wannabe entrepreneurs time management skills is critical. These camp-like incubators have one of the steepest learning curves of any professional environment, and making sure entrepreneurs stay productive is the key to success. For startups, managing time is a matter of sink or swim, and infant companies can only succeed if they stay on task.

Of course, balancing your time isn’t reserved for startup founders tackling the first part of their business plan. It applies to anyone who’s eager to work smarter–not longer–hours. So we asked founders and partners at the world’s top accelerator programs for time management tips they always share with bleary-eyed entrepreneurs. Here’s what they said:

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April 5, 2012

6 Highly Entertaining Activities That Aid in Memory Retention

Filed under: Continuing Education, Memory Training — carrieallan @ 9:26 pm

Amanda McCarthy
Staff Researcher/Part-time Writer
SeniorCare.net

Memory loss is a natural process that comes with aging. It can be devastating to realize that your mind isn’t as sharp as it once was. However, we don’t have to completely surrender to memory loss. There are many things you can do to slow down memory loss or help prevent Alzheimer’s. Forgetfulness is nothing you can’t overcome by working at it. In fact, bettering your memory can be fun if you incorporate a few simple activities into your daily life.

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