London-based coworking company Clockwise recently appointed Greg Miley as chief commercial officer (CCO).

"These findings demystify much of the conventional 'one-size-fits-most' wisdom about productivity and schedule management, proving that instituting broad-sweeping rules around scheduling in the workplace simply doesn't work," said Matt Martin, co-founder and CEO at Clockwise. Post thisKey FindingsClockwise's Workplace Scheduling Report uncovers six core insights about how professionals approach their workday.Personal commitments significantly shape work schedules. External factors like commute times, childcare obligations, and personal commitments emerged as key determinants of fixed availability and schedule boundaries that must be considered and integrated into the workday.Everyone craves focused work time, but in different ways. The desire for uninterrupted deep work is prevalent (eighty-eight percent of Clockwise users aim to schedule 5+ hours of Focus Time per week), though how people implement it varies considerably. Duration preferences range from 30 minutes to several hours, with timing based on personal energy patterns and priorities throughout the day.Workday preferences are as unique as individuals themselves. While the vast majority of people surveyed desire more time for focused work in the morning hours, the way that time is spent varies widely based on individual energy levels, work demands, and lifestyle factors

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just for tech experts — it’s becoming an essential tool for professionals in every industry. Whether you’re managing data, drafting reports, or conducting research, AI can help you work smarter, saving you time that you can dedicate to more strategic and complex work. In fact, 82% of U.S. workers say their productivity increases with the use of AI, according to PYMNTS Intelligence data. Here are five ways you can leverage AI to boost productivity and efficiency: