productivity - The Urban Splatter

How to write a meeting agenda in 7 steps, with a copy-and-paste template and examples for common meetings.

November 8, 20263 min read

The best productivity apps in 2026 compared: to-do lists, notes, project boards, calendars and focus apps, with free options.

November 5, 20264 min read

Free project planning templates for Excel and Google Sheets: project plan, automatic Gantt chart, milestones, risk log and weekly status report.

November 5, 20264 min read

Free printable to-do list templates: daily, weekly, a simple checklist and an Eisenhower priority list, plus tips to get more done.

November 5, 20264 min read

What lean methodology is, its history, the 5 principles, the 8 wastes, key lean tools and how lean compares with agile and Six Sigma.

November 2, 20264 min read

What the Pareto principle (80/20 rule) means, where it comes from, real examples and how to use it at work and at home.

October 29, 20264 min read

What short-term goals are, how to set them with the SMART method, and 40 examples for work, health, money and school.

Updated November 8, 20268 min read

How the Eisenhower Matrix sorts tasks into four quadrants, with examples, limits and a free printable template.

Updated October 31, 20265 min read

Work 25 minutes, break for 5, repeat. The Pomodoro Technique in six steps, with research, variations and timer tips.

Updated October 31, 20265 min read

A simple four-block morning routine with 15, 30 and 60-minute plans, 25 ideas and research-backed tips to make it stick.

Updated November 10, 20266 min read