Productivity

Cracking productivity, project and time management for small, medium and big companies. A mix of articles on employee performance, HR strategies, leadership tips, and more. Perfect for HR professionals and project managers looking to inspire teams and boost efficiency.

Finance controller KPIs that every professional should master [the webinar + the Excel]

The complete list of finance controller KPIs: Webinar + Formulas + Excel included. By The FP&A Guy, Paul Barnhurst.

All productivity articles

7 top technology trends for CFOs that will shape the future: from Artificial Intelligence (AI) to strategic partnerships [Experts weigh in]

In the last years, we have seen a new range of technology trends for CFOs and financial management. There has been so much discussion about cloud technology, artificial intelligence and the changing role of the CFO. There is little doubt that these topics will remain crucial in the financial world. However, the experts who contributed […]

The top KPIs for service-based businesses: The metrics you should be monitoring

A business’ greatest assets walk out the door every evening (or log off their computers in a remote-forward world). At some point in your life, you have probably heard this old business adage. For service-based businesses, this is not a metaphor; it’s the truth. So what does this mean when it comes to choosing KPIs […]

Why democratic leadership is the best style to boost productivity

What does good leadership mean in the era of hybrid and remote work? What kind of leadership style is best to keep productivity high and promote an ethical workforce? As the title of this article suggests, we may have a straightforward answer for you. However, it might not be so simple—stay tuned for the twist […]

How to calculate employee absence rate and why you should do it

Absence days in the workplace are prevalent regardless of schedule, sector, or level. It’s just another moving piece of HR and the working world. That’s why it’s essential to understand your employee absence rate and know how to calculate it. Are you aware of the impact that absence days have in the workplace? Is your […]

Is a great place to work compatible with remote work?

We are entering a new era where remote and hybrid-based models will likely prevail across the corporate world. Because of this, remote work options will surely increase and even become dominant for many companies. But can a remote or hybrid company still be a great place to work? Can you keep your remote employees engaged, […]

How to use Google Sheets’ pivot tables, column stats, explore, & QUERY function

As a manager, perhaps you’ve wondered how to take your financial reporting to the next level or how to amp up your data analysis skills. Maybe you’ve got an important meeting coming up, or you’d simply like to wow the executives on your next run-through. Whatever the reason, this tutorial is sure to help. We’re […]