Admit that you just want to get through Monday instead of getting things done and being productive. But sometimes this mood spills over into the rest of the week and turns into a maelstrom of internal conflicts caused by reluctance to work and doing nothing. To break this vicious cycle, we are talking about five useful habits that will help you be more productive.
Get a calendar or task tracker. It sounds corny, but it really works. Try to write and mark the main tasks of the day in a separate notebook. Also try to prioritize tasks.
Manage your time correctly. Sometimes a task can take all day. And often the problem is not in the task, but in ourselves, because we are constantly distracted by something else. So, try setting a timer and see how much time you actually have for a particular task. Then analyze what takes time and what you need to pay attention to.
Set reminders. During periods of heavy workload, we often forget about calls and meetings. Get into the habit of setting reminders on your phone so that you don’t have to concentrate and lose focus during the day.
Complete important tasks in the morning. We understand that you want to drink coffee, chat with your colleagues and get in the working mood. But our brain is most active in the first half of the day, so use this time for complex tasks.
Limit your task list to five per day. This seems strange to those who are used to fitting 200 tasks and 20 meetings into a workday. But this technique will help you concentrate on tasks and complete them correctly, instead of jumping from one task to another and realizing at the end of the day that you haven’t accomplished anything.
Source: People Talk
Errol Villanueva is an author and lifestyle journalist who writes for The Fashion Vibes. With a passion for exploring the latest trends in fashion, food, travel, and wellness, Errol’s articles are a must-read for anyone interested in living a stylish and fulfilling life.
