Uptime
A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and Wellbeing
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- Achieve "productivity Zen" - a holistic approach to managing work and personal life effectively
- Master email management, calendar control, and running efficient meetings
- Learn how to thrive in hybrid work environments, balancing work and home life
- Experience "calm accomplishment" - being productive while maintaining personal well-being
“Whether you’re a parent, an executive, an entrepreneur, or a student, this book offers timely and timeless tools to make the most out of your precious time. Through concrete tactics and practical routines, Laura Mae Martin guides you toward achieving ‘productivity Zen’—the perfect balance between accomplishment and calm.”
— Greg McKeown, author of the New York Times bestsellers Essentialism and Effortless
Laura Mae Martin’s “Uptime: A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and Wellbeing” offers a fresh perspective on productivity, challenging the traditional notion of being constantly busy. The book introduces the concept of “calm accomplishment,” focusing on prioritizing tasks and achieving a balance between work and personal life.
Martin, Google’s Executive Productivity Advisor, draws from her extensive experience coaching thousands of employees, including top executives. She argues that the conventional definition of productivity – being busy and always “on” – is outdated and ineffective.
In “Uptime,” readers will learn:
- How to thrive in any work environment
- Techniques for focusing on priorities
- Methods to establish effective systems and routines
- Strategies for balancing work and personal life
- Ways to enhance personal wellbeing while maintaining high productivity
The book provides actionable steps to improve focus, maintain good systems, and implement beneficial tactics both at work and at home. Martin emphasizes the importance of understanding oneself as a whole person, considering factors such as natural peak times for creativity and efficiency, and recognizing when breaks are necessary.
“Uptime” is designed for professionals at all levels, from interns to CEOs, offering a comprehensive blueprint for achieving high productivity while enhancing personal wellbeing.
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The book: "Uptime" Is perfect for:
- Busy professionals looking to optimize their work-life balance
- Managers and executives seeking to boost team productivity
- Anyone feeling overwhelmed by their to-do list and craving a more sustainable approach to work
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Meet the author
Laura Mae Martin is the Executive Productivity Advisor at Google, where she coaches top executives on time and energy management. With over 13 years of experience at Google, she has worked in sales, product operations, and event planning. Laura holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her expertise in productivity reaches over 50,000 Google employees through her weekly newsletter. As the author of “Uptime: A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and Wellbeing,” Laura offers practical strategies for balancing work and personal life. She developed her productivity techniques while juggling her career and raising three children. Laura is also an active speaker and media personality, appearing on television, radio, and podcasts. She currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her family, where she continues to refine and share her productivity insights.
Book testimonials
“Working with Laura was eye-opening to me—she taught me how to manage my productivity using features, shortcuts, and best practices. She actually brought joy back to working through my inbox!”
— Robert Kyncl, CEO of Warner Music Group
“Uptime is a game changer for anyone seeking to maximize their productivity. Laura has a gift for creating and communicating tactics that not only are immediately actionable but also feel exciting to put into practice.”
— Dr. Amantha Imber, host of the How I Work podcast and the bestselling author of Time Wise
“Like our Google Workspace products, Laura’s strategies help individuals and organizations achieve the highest levels of productivity. Uptime highlights accessible methods to reach your full potential and is a must-read guide for everyone to benefit from the wisdom she’s been sharing with Googlers for years.”
— Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud
“Want to elevate your life to the next level? Look no further than Uptime. I’ve been coached by Laura, and her approach is nothing short of transformative. Get your hands on this book, and you’ll discover how to be your best self—without the burnout.”
— Jim Lecinski, professor of marketing at North western University’s Kellogg School of Management
