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Is Tech Ruining Kids? How to Safely Manage Screen Time
Nir Eyal
DECEMBER 30, 2019
The post Is Tech Ruining Kids? How to Safely Manage Screen Time appeared first on Nir and Far. Indistractable Relationships
Nir Eyal
Stop Confusing Habits for Routines: What You Need To Know
Nir Eyal
JULY 1, 2019
The post Stop Confusing Habits for Routines: What You Need To Know appeared first on Nir and Far. Habits
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Using Slack: How To Be Distraction Free Like It’s Builders
Nir Eyal
JULY 8, 2019
The post Using Slack: How To Be Distraction Free Like It’s Builders appeared first on Nir and Far. Distraction
Learn How To Avoid Distraction In A World That Is Full Of It
Nir Eyal
JUNE 25, 2019
The post Learn How To Avoid Distraction In A World That Is Full Of It appeared first on Nir and Far. Distraction
More Effective Agile Leadership
Speaker: Steve McConnell, CEO, Construx Software
In this talk, Steve McConnell, CEO of Construx Software, distills hundreds of companies’-worth of real-world experience into the proven Agile leadership practices that work best. Steve will seamlessly thread together traditional approaches, early Agile approaches, modern Agile approaches, and the principles and context that underlie them all—creating an invaluable resource for Agile leaders, their teams, and their organizations.
This is What Most People Get Wrong About Willpower
Nir Eyal
JANUARY 13, 2020
The post This is What Most People Get Wrong About Willpower appeared first on Nir and Far. Self Discipline
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[Focus Guide] How To Make The Most Out Of Your Time And Your Life
Nir Eyal
MAY 20, 2019
The post [Focus Guide] How To Make The Most Out Of Your Time And Your Life appeared first on Nir and Far. Focus
5 Ways to Distraction-Proof Your Mind
Nir Eyal
DECEMBER 23, 2019
The post 5 Ways to Distraction-Proof Your Mind appeared first on Nir and Far. Distraction
How to Master Hard Skills Quickly with “Ultralearning”
Nir Eyal
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
The post How to Master Hard Skills Quickly with “Ultralearning” appeared first on Nir and Far. Productivity
The One Fitness App That Hooked Me For Good
Nir Eyal
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
Could there be a behavior more antithetical to human nature than exercise? Our caveman ancestors, if they could observe our workout habits today, would think we’ve lost our minds. We lift heavy objects into the air and return them to the exact spot where we picked them up.
Win the Digital Transformation Game with the Product Mindset
Speaker: David DeWolf, Founder and CEO, 3Pillar Global
No matter what your idea is, no matter how good it is, and no matter how well you know your market, 3 out of 4 digital initiatives do not succeed. To better understand how to win, we should first understand why we’re failing. In this webinar, David DeWolf will share his experiences and lessons learned to help you succeed in playing the “product” game, instead of the “IT” game.
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This is How to Repair a Toxic Work Culture
Nir Eyal
DECEMBER 3, 2019
The post This is How to Repair a Toxic Work Culture appeared first on Nir and Far. Productivity
Fundamental Attribution Error: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices
Nir Eyal
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
There I was, sitting in a packed movie theatre. I waited two years for this sequel and I’ve got enough popcorn and diet soda to last me a full three hours. Fifteen minutes into the movie, the hero and villain are facing off for the first time when a lady bursts into the theater. Trying […].
Here Is How to Practice Stillness and Increase Focus
Nir Eyal
DECEMBER 17, 2019
The post Here Is How to Practice Stillness and Increase Focus appeared first on Nir and Far. Introspection
1 Thing You Need To Know To Save You From Your Email Inbox
Nir Eyal
JULY 17, 2019
The post 1 Thing You Need To Know To Save You From Your Email Inbox appeared first on Nir and Far. Productivity
BI Buyers Guide: Embedding Analytics in Your Software
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The business intelligence market has exploded. And as the number of vendors grows, it gets harder to make sense of it all. Learn how to decide what features you need and get an evaluation framework for every technical and non-technical requirement you could imagine.
Here Are The 4 Simple Introspection Steps That Will Boost Self Awareness
Nir Eyal
MAY 7, 2019
The post Here Are The 4 Simple Introspection Steps That Will Boost Self Awareness appeared first on Nir and Far. Introspection
The Most Important Skill of the Future is Being ‘Indistractable’
Nir Eyal
OCTOBER 16, 2019
The post The Most Important Skill of the Future is Being ‘Indistractable’ appeared first on Nir and Far. Indistractable Relationships
How To Disarm Internal Triggers and Improve Focus
Nir Eyal
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
The post How To Disarm Internal Triggers and Improve Focus appeared first on Nir and Far. Focus
The Truth About Kids and Technology: Jean Twenge (iGen) and Nir Eyal (Hooked) Discuss Tech’s Effect on Children’s Mental Health
Nir Eyal
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
Recently, I was invited to discuss how technology might impact children’s mental health at the Johnson Depression Center at the University of Colorado. I shared the stage with Dr. Jean Twenge, author of the book iGen and an article in The Atlantic that got a lot of attention titled, “Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation?” ” Dr. Twenge and I […].
Architect Your Organization for Effectiveness, Productivity, and Joy
Speaker: Ron Lichty, Consultant: Interim VP Engineering, Ron Lichty Consulting, Inc.
As a senior software leader, you likely spend more time working on the architecture of your systems than the architecture of your organization. Yet, structuring our teams and organizations is a critical factor for success. In fact, the impact of software architecture parallels the impact of organizational structure. We are excited to welcome Ron Lichty, co-author of a seminal book on managing software teams and a well-known speaker, he’ll speak to organizing for effectiveness, productivity and joy.
How to Use Psychology to Make Persuasive Video
Nir Eyal
MAY 9, 2017
Nir’s Note: This guest post is excerpted from Nathalie Nahai’s best-selling book, Webs Of Influence: The Psychology of Online Persuasion. A film, a piece of theatre, a piece of music, or a book can make a difference.
How to Use Personality Science to Drive Online Conversions
Nir Eyal
APRIL 26, 2017
Nir’s Note: This guest post is by Vanessa Van Edwards, lead investigator at the Science of People — a human behavior research lab.
How to Achieve Your Goals By Creating an Enemy
Nir Eyal
FEBRUARY 6, 2017
DJ Khaled, the one-man internet meme, is known for warning his tens of millions of social media followers about a group of villains he calls “they.” They don’t want you motivated. They don’t want you inspired,” he blares on camera. They don’t want you to win,” he warns.
How Cognitive Biases Can Help (and Hurt) Your Business
Nir Eyal
FEBRUARY 2, 2017
Nir’s Note: Buster Benson is a product manager at Slack who worked previously at Twitter and Habit Labs and is working on a new book about cognitive biases. He’ll be speaking at the upcoming Habit Summit in April. You can register here!)
The Essential Guide to Building Analytic Applications
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Embedding dashboards, reports, and analytics in an existing application presents some unique opportunities—and poses unique challenges—to software teams. Download this eBook to hear 16 product experts share insights on business intelligence, UI/UX, security, and everything that goes into building a successful application with analytics at its core.
Why Do Google and Apple Want You to Use Your Phone Less?
Nir Eyal
JUNE 4, 2018
This week Apple follows Google by announcing features to help people cut back on their tech use. Why would the companies that make your phone want you to use it less? If tech is “hijacking your brain” with their “irresistible” products, as some tech critics claim, why are these companies now acting against their own […]. The post Why Do Google and Apple Want You to Use Your Phone Less? appeared first on Nir and Far. Digital Distraction
Social Media has the “Exact Same Negative Effect on Depression” as Eating Potatoes
Nir Eyal
MAY 21, 2018
It feels impossible to tell if the technology our kids use should be celebrated or feared. A few years ago I wrote a book, Hooked, about how technology can be used to change our habits. I intended the book to teach startups how to build healthy habits, but now I’m not so sure. With headlines […]. The post Social Media has the “Exact Same Negative Effect on Depression” as Eating Potatoes appeared first on Nir and Far. Digital Distraction
How Bad is Tech Use for Kids, Really?
Nir Eyal
MAY 21, 2018
It feels impossible to tell if the technology our kids use should be celebrated or feared. A few years ago I wrote a book, Hooked, about how technology can be used to change our habits. I intended the book to teach startups how to build healthy habits, but now I’m not so sure. With headlines […] The post How Bad is Tech Use for Kids, Really? appeared first on Nir and Far. Digital Distraction Distraction Indistractable Relationships
How Netflix’s Customer Obsession Created a Customer Obsession
Nir Eyal
APRIL 4, 2018
Nir’s Note: This guest post is by Gibson Biddle, former VP at Netflix and CPO at Chegg. Gibson is speaking at the Habit Summit in San Francisco on April 11th. In 2005, as I joined Netflix as VP of Product, I asked Reed Hastings, the CEO, what he hoped his legacy would be. His answer: “Consumer science.” […]. The post How Netflix’s Customer Obsession Created a Customer Obsession appeared first on Nir and Far. Behavioral Design In Action
An Adult Conversation About Estimates
Speaker: Beekey Cheung, Software Consultant, Professor Beekums, LLC
Estimates are a contentious topic in software development. Most of our development teams hate providing estimates and many managers are starting to view them as unnecessary. As senior software leaders, how can we determine whether estimates are helpful or harmful to our teams? We are excited to be joined by Beekey Cheung, a software consultant and blogger known as Professor Beekums, who has helped many leaders and teams go from fearing estimates to using them appropriately. He'll walk us through the value of estimates, how to overcome the hesitancy many have in giving them, and how to provide better estimates.
This Weird Research-Backed Goal Setting Hack Actually Works
Nir Eyal
OCTOBER 17, 2016
Nir’s Note: This article on goal setting was originally published in early 2016 but got such a great reader response that I decided to expand and update it along with adding the video below. Let me know what you think in the comments.
Here’s How Fortnite ‘Hooked’ Millions
Nir Eyal
JULY 23, 2018
Nir’s Note: This guest post is by Patricio O’Gorman, technology consultant and professor at Universidad de Palermo. If you have kids, you’ve likely heard about Fortnite. The wildly popular online battle game has amassed over 125 million players and hosts more than 3 million concurrent players. The game “has brought in more revenue in a […]. The post Here’s How Fortnite ‘Hooked’ Millions appeared first on Nir and Far. Behavioral Design In Action
Distinction Bias: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices
Nir Eyal
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
There I was, looking at an enormous wall of television screens. Each one flashed the exact same scene? —? a beautiful flower slowly blooming to reveal each petal, pistil, and stamen in exquisite super high definition detail. It was downright sexy. But now it was time to make my choice. Would I buy the $400 […]. The post Distinction Bias: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices appeared first on Nir and Far
Kids’ Video Game Obsession Isn’t Really About Video Games. It’s About Unmet Psychological Needs.
Nir Eyal
JULY 31, 2018
Many parents are concerned with their child’s seemingly obsessive video game play. Fortnite, the most recent gaming phenomenon, has taken the world by storm and has parents asking whether the shooter game is okay for kids. The short answer is yes, Fortnite is generally fine. Furthermore, parents can breathe easier knowing that research suggests gaming […]. The post Kids’ Video Game Obsession Isn’t Really About Video Games. It’s About Unmet Psychological Needs. appeared first on Nir and Far.
The Definitive Guide to Predictive Analytics
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By embedding predictive analytics, you can future-proof your application and give users sophisticated insights. The Definitive Guide to Predictive Analytics has everything you need to get started, including real-world examples, steps to build your models, and solutions to common data challenges.
Peak-End Rule: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices
Nir Eyal
APRIL 17, 2018
Nir’s Note: This post part of a series on cognitive bias co-authored with and illustrated by Lakshmi Mani. Discover other reasons you make terrible life choices like confirmation bias, hyperbolic discounting and distinction bias. It’s New Year’s Eve. There I am on the dance floor – it’s teeming with people and there’s hardly space to […] The post Peak-End Rule: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices appeared first on Nir and Far.
Peak-end rule: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices
Nir Eyal
APRIL 17, 2018
It’s New Year’s Eve. There I am on the dance floor – it’s teeming with people and there’s hardly space to breathe. Loud thumping music pierces my eardrums and I have no idea where my friends are. Then, the guy next to me takes a misstep, spills an entire cup of beer down my shoulder. […]. The post Peak-end rule: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices appeared first on Nir and Far. Behavior Change Uncategorized
The One Fitness App That Hooked Me For Good
Nir Eyal
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
Nir’s Note: This article is part of a series on “The Hooked Model in Action.” ” Previous analyses have included Slack, Fortnite, Amazon’s Echo, Tinder, and The Bible App. Note, I never take compensation for writing articles on my blog. Could there be a behavior more antithetical to human nature than exercise? Our caveman ancestors, if they […] The post The One Fitness App That Hooked Me For Good appeared first on Nir and Far.
The Secret to Sending Emails and Notifications That Work
Nir Eyal
JULY 20, 2016
In this video I discuss the psychology of sending good triggers. The video is based on an earlier post written with Ximena Vengoechea. What do you think? What are some examples of well-timed triggers? Let me know in the comments.
The Six Principles of Persuasion
Speaker: Michael Carducci, CTO, Mago:Tech
As senior tech leaders, we often fall prey to thinking that a “good idea” and logical case is sufficient to get the desired response and result. We might be trying to get our CEO on-board with investment in a new technology or a rearchitecture effort, or we might want culture or process changes by our team. Our “good idea” is simply the beginning. An idea must be communicated; a case must be made; and ultimately other people must be persuaded to get onboard. Michael Carducci brings a fascinating background to this webinar. He’s a technologist and regularly works to help senior leaders improve their results. He’s also a professional mentalist and has been a student of psychology, human behavior and the principles of influence for nearly two decades.
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