This week's must-reads: Turn Off Your Push Notifications. All of Them
In my work as a behavioral designer, I come across stories on the importance of using psychology to influence behavior. Here's my weekly round-up of the most important stories at the intersection of psychology, technology, and business.
Wise People Have Rules For Themselves
Every time I post a new behavioral experiment, or share a personal resolution of some kind, I get a few emails telling me not to be so strict with myself. Th
The Bushmen Who Had the Whole Work-Life Thing Figured Out
African hunter-gatherers created the first “affluent society.” They were rich in time.
Self-Driving People, Enabled by Airbnb
The company known for room rentals now offers guided “experiences.”
Turn Off Your Push Notifications. All of Them
PUSH NOTIFICATIONS ARE ruining my life. Yours too, I bet. Download more than a few apps and the notifications become a non-stop, cacophonous waterfall of nonsense.
Coach, facilitator, and strategic people and culture leader.
7 年I have turned off notifications and silenced my phone. It is a tool for my convenience, and I check it when I have the time. The constant chiming and binging was only a reminder that I was missing something. This way I'm in control.
Strategic Digital Marketing Leader | Web Management | UX | Copywriting | Data Analytics
7 年I turned all of mine off 2 weeks ago, and it's been great. You check on these when you naturally have the time.
Thoughtworks Data Governance Emeritus | CDMP?, ITIL?, SSCP?, CYSA+? | LinkedIn? Top Data Governance Voice | Motorrad Enthusiast | Stage 4 Cancer Patient and Advocate
7 年I also keep my phone on silent. In the evening I leave plugged in to the computer in my home office. There is no reason for me to interact with the Internet when I am relaxing after work.
Head of Heat Pumps Division at Genertec Italia
7 年Best way to save your time and your battery