Top Tips for Being Productive

Some people seem born productive, always making the most of their day, never stressed out and always getting their work done on time if not early! But how do they do it? Most of us struggle to keep up with everything that’s thrown our way so here are some tips to stay as productive as possible.

Stop Multi-tasking – when it comes to higher level tasks take things one at time. Focusing all your energy on one task at a time will enable you to complete it faster and to a higher standard than if you confuse yourself with all of them at once. Doing this will also make you less likely to accidentally forget something important.

Prioritise your To-Do List – Create a list based on what’s important and then prioritize it by focusing on the results you want. Write down the most important tasks you need to get done today. List exactly what you need to do, how to do it, and the end result that you want. Make your list results-oriented and you’ll get results.

Use the 80/20 rule – 80% of results come from 20% action so when completing tasks remember to focus on tasks that bring about the most results.

Wake up early – By waking up early, even if only by 20 or 30 minutes, you give yourself a head start on the day. This gives you time to get smaller tasks out of the way before your busy day begins. But remember sleep is important so if you’re planning an early start its best to get an early night too!

Do your least favourite task first – If you get the worst part out of the way first, you can go about the rest of your day with the comfort of knowing that it’s done. Starting with a harder task first will also boost your motivation for the rest of that day, so instead of leaving it to last minute get it done before it becomes a problem.

Avoid your phone or any other distractions -this is definitely easier said than done, but if you know there is something that distracts you try to move away from it. If its your phone put it on airplane mode and leave it to the side. If its others in your household let them know you’re busy and take yourself somewhere quiet. Getting work done can be hard enough and added distractions can make it near impossible. Make a workspace where you can limit distractions and focus. These tips are just a few ways you help yourself to be as productive as possible. Remember there are 24 hours in the day so use the time wisely!These tips are just a few ways you help yourself to be as productive as possible. Remember there are 24 hours in the day so use the time wisely!