In today’s workplace, distractions are everywhere. Meetings and notifications compete for our attention, making it hard to engage in deep, uninterrupted knowledge work.
Research shows that workers are spending so much time communicating online that they no longer have time to do their work. They are finding it harder than ever to concentrate, set priorities, and focus on what truly matters.
This engaging keynote will inspire audiences to recover the art of deep work.
Backed by research, Daniel challenges the overuse of notification-centric communication tools and outlines practical strategies to help individuals and teams focus on meaningful work.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand deep work and why it’s increasingly elusive
- Explore communication overload and its impact on health and productivity
- Critically analyse tools like MS Teams and Slack and their role in diminishing focus Timeless strategies to rebuild focus and attention
- Practical methods to enhance team workflow and productivity
Research shows that email overload is a major workplace stressor. On average, we check our inbox every six minutes, miss important actions, and struggle to keep up with the sheer volume of emails.
A clear, effective plan is essential to manage this constant influx of information.
Email Ninja, co-developed by Daniel Sih, is Australia’s leading inbox-zero methodology, transforming the email habits of over 30,000 workers globally.
Available as a workshop or keynote, this session is supported by a complimentary eLearning course for those who want to continue their ninja journey.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand email overload and the need for a robust system
- Learn how to set up efficient working folders
- Reimagine your email archive for fast, easy filing Master the art of processing your inbox to zero each day!
Are your people overwhelmed and distracted? Are they always online, constantly interrupted, and struggling to balance work and life?
What if the secret to modern productivity was creating space for less? Could unplugging from digital distractions be the key to achieving your best work and life?
This popular keynote will encourage you to rethink your relationship with the online world and manage the burden of digital overload.
Audiences will walk away with practical strategies to “keep pace” and “make space” — learning how to habitually unplug and refocus on what truly matters.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the impact of digital overuse on neuroplasticity
- Discover the true connection between technology and productivity
- Explore the benefits and pitfalls of AI Enhance focus and attention by doing less, not more
- Implement practical strategies to unplug, unwind, and think clearly in the digital age
Almost all parents worry about the impact of digital technology and social media on their children.
Kids today face challenges like reduced focus, heightened anxiety, and weakened in-person relationships—all influenced by early exposure to social media and smartphones.
Drawing from his award-winning book on tech- parenting, Daniel explores the complexities of smartphones, social media, and safety-ism, offering practical strategies to encourage positive action.
Rather than opposing technology, this keynote celebrates the wonders of humanity and the future we envision for our children, with and without screens.
This interactive session, using Slido or other tools, guides parents in meaningful conversations about technology and parenting, with a focus on primary school-aged children.
Key Takeaways:
- Reflect on the values we want our children to embrace as they grow Understand social media's impact on kids’ mental health
- Consider the effects of interactive media on developing brains, particularly focus and attention
- Get research-backed guidelines to answer key questions about phones, social media, and tech habits
- Learn practical strategies to model and implement healthier tech habits at home
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Daniel Sih is Australia’s top keynote speaker on digital well- being, new productivity, and reclaiming focus in a distracted world.
A gifted communicator, Daniel weaves stories, research, and humour to inspire audiences to create meaningful change in their lives.
Daniel is a multi-award-winning author, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and YouTube creator, leading the Spacemakers® team in Australia and Canada. He is also the founder of Australia’s best-selling inbox zero course, Email Ninja®.
His tailored keynotes are a favourite across industries as diverse as education, insurance, food distribution, healthcare, global fashion, non-profits, and farming.
Daniel’s books, Spacemaker and Raising Tech-Healthy Humans, have won numerous international awards, including an Australian Business Book Award, an Axiom Business Book Award (USA), and a Benjamin Franklin Award (USA).
It’s tough being a parent today, and much of this has to do with technology.
“Raising Tech-Healthy Humans” is a positive, researched handbook to help busy parents set up their children and pre-teens with healthy tech and non-tech habits for life.
This engaging 2-hour read will inspire, encourage, and guide you in the wonderfully complex task of raising tech-healthy humans.
“So simple, yet so satisfyingly deep”
Steve Biddulph, Best Selling Author of Raising Boys, Raising Girls and Manhoo
Winner of the American Axiom Business Book Award in 2023 (Work-Life Balance / Time Prioritisation), the Australian Business Book Award in 2021 (Personal Development), plus several smaller international awards.
Busy and reactive?
Struggling to focus?
Craving time for relationships?
If so, perhaps it’s time to make space for the things that really matter?
“This life-changing book will remind you of what’s really important to live a fulfilling life, and how to achieve it.”
Cath Andrew, Head of Human Resources, Starbucks Australia
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