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Laura Vanderkam writes about time: how busy people actually spend their days, and how small, deliberate choices can make room for work, family and rest without wearing themselves out. Start with 168 Hours, which asks you to look at your week as a whole rather than a string of rushed days and helps you see where your time quietly slips away, then turn to The New Corner Office for her advice on planning the week ahead, keeping clear working hours and staying close to colleagues when you work from home. Her ideas suit professionals balancing long workdays with family commitments, parents returning to work, and anyone in the region whose job has become remote or flexible and who wants that freedom to feel calm rather than scattered.

The New Corner Office

Turn remote work into an advantage by structuring your day, using flexibility wisely, and building a productive career from home.

16 min

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What is The New Corner Office about?

The New Corner Office (2020) offers practical advice for thriving while working from home or in flexible roles. Laura Vanderkam explains habits that help remote workers stay productive and visible, such as planning the week ahead, setting clear working hours, building strong relationships with colleagues, and making time for rest. The book helps readers enjoy the freedom of flexible work while avoiding its common traps.

Who should read The New Corner Office?

Remote employees struggling to stay productive at home
Professionals in flexible roles seeking a clear daily structure
Anyone who wants to stay visible while working remotely

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168 Hours

Reclaim your 168 weekly hours by eliminating time drains, prioritising what matters, and building a more purposeful life.

15 min

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What is 168 Hours about?

168 Hours (2010) challenges the common belief that we are all too busy. Laura Vanderkam points out that everyone has 168 hours each week, and shows that by tracking how we really spend our time, we can find room for what matters most. She explains how to focus on our core strengths, reduce low-value tasks, and plan the week around priorities in work, family, and personal life.

Who should read 168 Hours?

Busy professionals who feel they never have time
Parents balancing career demands with family life
Anyone who wants to plan weeks around priorities

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About Laura Vanderkam

Laura Vanderkam is an American author, speaker, and podcast host who writes about time management and productivity. Her research on how busy people actually use their time has made her a popular voice on balancing work and life. Her books include 168 Hours, I Know How She Does It, and The New Corner Office.

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