About Rob Nightingale
Rob Nightingale has a degree in Philosophy from the University of York, UK. He has worked as a social media manager and consultant for over eight years, while giving workshops in several countries. After working primarily as a technology writer from 2014 to 2018, Rob now serves as MakeUseOf's Newsletter Editor. You'll usually find him traveling the world, and experimenting with photography.
Latest Articles
11 Todoist Features You May Have Missed
Todoist is a powerful task manager. Are you using it to its full potential? Get the most out of Todoist and review the features you may have missed.
20 Ways a Human Virtual Assistant Can Save You Time
Learn what kinds of tasks you can reliably outsource to a virtual assistant and you'll save hours each day. We show you how to get started.
6 Apps to Make Your Instagram Stories Even More Awesome
To really make your Instagram Stories stand out, you'll need to look to third-party apps to help you design and create striking, stunning Stories that really catch the eye.
What It Takes to Make $500 per Month Selling Stock Photos
Earning money with stock photos isn't easy, but with the right approach, you can use it to develop a great side income.
How to Increase Productivity According to Science
Have you tried most of the productivity advice out there, and nothing is working? Let science (and us) help you find what will work for you!
12 Amazing Facebook Messenger Bots You Can Chat With
Facebook Messenger has a ton of features most people barely use, or are perhaps not even aware of. One of the most impressive of these are "bots."
12 Evernote Tables to Keep Your Life Organized
Tables are an often overlooked Evernote feature. They can help you stay organized. We'll give you a dozen ideas and Evernote table templates to start with.
How to Use Evernote to Stay Productive on the Road
You can travel and still get stuff done. We'll show you how Evernote can help by using templates, integrating maps, managing business cards, and more.
12 Engaging Vlogs You Need to Start Watching Today
If you're new to the world of vlogging and wondering where to start, or you're simply on the lookout for some new vlogs to check out, this list is for you.
10 Facebook Messenger Features You Must Try
We've done some digging and found even more features that could make Messenger more useful for you.
Amazon 101: All Your Basic Questions Answered
Amazon is the world's third largest retailer, and one of the planets most innovative companies, too. But how did Amazon rise to the top? And where is it going next?
The Best Music to Stay Productive at Work
Drowning out distractions with music can make you more productive. But, according to science, only if you pick the right music. Let us show you what works.
20 Facebook Pages Every Designer Needs to Follow
Facebook should be a top choice for any new or experienced designer in search of non-stop inspiration and information.
Do NOT Go 100% Paperless, Here's Why
Going 100 percent paperless is a bad idea. There's a reason why paper has lasted so long. And there are plenty of reasons why we shouldn't completely give up on it.
Should You Let Your Kids Use Musical.ly? What You Need to Know
Musical.ly is a popular social network among kids aged 13 to 18. But is it safe? Should you worry if your kids are using it?
Why Social Media and Depression Are Not Directly Linked
Many people believe that social media causes depression. But does it? They're certainly linked -- but not in the way that you probably think. Here's the truth.
The Best YouTube Channels to Hack Your Productivity
Are you looking for ways to beat procrastination? These YouTube channels will teach you hundreds of productivity secrets and help you squeeze even more results out of your days.
How Facebook Makes Money and the Economics of Social Networks
Facebook has become one of the world's largest companies. It generates insane revenues, and holds a significant amount of data on anyone that has signed up. But where does all that money come from?
10 Tools to Create Incredible Shareable Social Media Images
The web is awash with tools to help anyone create their own professional-looking, shareable images. Here are our favorites.
10 Top Productivity Audiobooks and Podcasts
Are you still wasting idle time? What you need is a healthy dose of productivity advice. Listen to one of these productivity audiobooks and podcasts to use every second of your day.