Felix Santos

Felix Santos

Felix Santos runs worklifebalance.blog — an honest, opinionated content creator based in Ottawa.

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The 2-Minute Rule: Stop Procrastinating on Small Tasks

The 2-Minute Rule: Stop Procrastinating on Small Tasks

Overwhelmed by your to-do list? The 2-Minute Rule from Getting Things Done says if a task takes less than two minutes, do it now. This simple habit prevents small chores from piling up into stressful backlogs.

April 14, 2026

Your Second Brain's First Step: Taming Ephemeral Information

Your Second Brain's First Step: Taming Ephemeral Information

Stop losing brilliant ideas and crucial details. This quick tip reveals how to implement a simple, low-friction capture system to save ephemeral information before it vanishes, freeing up your mental bandwidth.

April 14, 2026

The Hidden 62%: Using AI to Conquer 'Work About Work'

The Hidden 62%: Using AI to Conquer 'Work About Work'

Discover how small AI integrations can free up significant portions of your workday by tackling the 62% of time often lost to 'work about work.' Learn actionable strategies to automate mundane tasks.

April 12, 2026

The Rapid Decay of Your Professional Value: Why Skills Now Have an Expiration Date

The Rapid Decay of Your Professional Value: Why Skills Now Have an Expiration Date

The half-life of professional skills is shrinking fast. Discover why your current role might be making you less marketable and how to manage the hidden risks of skill decay before it's too late.

April 11, 2026

How to Build a Professional Safety Net That Protects Your Career

How to Build a Professional Safety Net That Protects Your Career

Learn how to build a three-part professional safety net—network, skills portfolio, and financial buffer—that protects your career and gives you genuine optionality.

April 11, 2026

The Remote Worker's Guide to Setting Boundaries That Actually Stick

The Remote Worker's Guide to Setting Boundaries That Actually Stick

Learn practical strategies for creating clear work-life boundaries when your office is your living room. Discover how to reclaim your evenings, protect your mental health, and stay productive without burning out.

April 11, 2026