We are over complicating time management. We have more apps, planners, and productivity hacks than ever before. But we are still struggling to manage our time well.With every new thing that claims to be the magic bullet, we are just creating more complexity and we're putting our to-do list in a different outfit. Productivity and work life balance have become a cultural obsession because we just keep missing the mark. We're making it harder than it needs to be and we are drowning in the tools meant to save u ...

When I was invited to be a speaker for this year's TEDex South Street, I was really so excited to say yes. But for some reasons like I am not so confident enough for this big stage, big red dot in November. It was a no.But you know what. I get to realize that this is actually a big opportunity to share my thoughts on giving responses to everything that comes our way and especially in today's world that constantly pushes us to say yes to do more or to be more outside our capacity. Hi, I am architect Makia Se ...

Core Points - Paramount Global is laying off 3.5% of its US workforce as part of ongoing cost-cutting measures due to declining cable TV subscribers [1] - The company previously reduced its workforce by 15% last year as part of a $500 million cost-cutting plan [1] - Paramount ended 2024 with 18,600 employees worldwide [1] Company Strategy - Co-CEOs stated that the layoffs are necessary to streamline the organization and prioritize the streaming business amid industry-wide declines [2] - The executives emphasized the need to address the current operating environment to position Paramount for future success [2] Workforce Impact - The layoffs will primarily affect the US workforce, but there is potential for future cuts to the international workforce [3] Merger and Legal Issues - Paramount is awaiting regulatory approval for its $8.4 billion merger with Skydance Media, which is currently in limbo due to ongoing legal issues [3] - The company is involved in mediation talks regarding President Trump's $20 billion lawsuit related to CBS News' "60 Minutes" program [5][6] - The Federal Communications Commission is investigating the lawsuit, which could impact the merger approval process [5]