Sometimes we ask ourselves why some of our colleagues are successful and super productive at work than us, even though the employer equally allocated the same amount of working hours to all employees. Becoming more productive at work requires planning, scheduling, and paying close attention to the impact of the actions we take. After all, productivity is not about being busy, it’s about getting things done and completed. These are some of the keys that will help you to increase your productivity and elevate your success.
Track Your Time – Before you set up a new schedule for increased productivity, it’s essential that you identify both your creative zone and waste zone. Figure out where your energy is fueled and also take note of things that are wasting your time. Start keeping track of the activities you do, including the time it takes, and the effect of the action.
Systemize & Automate – I have learned this from my Coach, Elaine Jacob who is a fan of systems and believes in automating the system that has worked for you. When you have more to do with little time it is important to create an efficient system and automated workflows that will yield great results with little effort.
Create Routines and Develop Habits –There’s a famous quote by Aristotle that says “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” Our daily actions are empowered by our habits. For many things you do, you’ll do more of it if you make it part of your daily routine so that it becomes a habit. Whether it’s setting your daily agenda, going to bed early, taking a break every 90 minutes or working on your priorities first thing in the morning, sticking to a daily routines and habits bring order and build a solid structure for your activities.
Learn to say No – You don’t have to do everything for everyone. You have a choice to say no. Before saying yes, always look at your schedule and your goals.
Stop Multitasking – If you think multitasking makes you more productive, think again. Multitasking might lead to overstimulation of the brain function, which might lead to anxiety and stress. This might cause you to be sick and missing days of work. No one can do two things at once that require conscious thought.
Prioritise based on Impact – As you set your to-do list, look at the impact the action provides toward your goals. Focus on the effects so that what you do the most yield great returns.
Include Rest & breaks in your schedule – Don’t over-schedule yourself, your calendar does not have to be a battle zone of tasks. Schedule breaks in between the tasks as decisions that are made with a tired mind will cause you to make mistakes and decrease your productivity.
Celebrate Success – When you achieve a goal that you’ve set, always celebrate your achievements. Success begets succession. The more you experience the feeling of success the more you gain confidence tackle more tasks.
If you want to get more done by working smarter, not harder, while increasing your productivity, it all starts with setting clear goals tied to actions that create the most impact toward reaching that goal.
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