“Productivity is a measure of how well someone uses time to achieve something.” That quote from Wikipedia sums up productivity very nicely. It’s not about getting more done, it’s about using your time effectively so you can get more done. In this blog post, we’ll be highlight 8 ways that you can increase your productivity and improve the quality of work you produce.
- Organize your workspace for productivity. Clutter and messes are a productivity killer, so make sure everything is neat and orderly before beginning work.
- Start each day fresh by setting new goals for the day ahead of you. One way to do this is to write them down on paper or in an app like Evernote. By setting new goals you keep your mind focused on what’s important, which helps to eliminate distractions.
- Make sure you’re getting enough sleep each night. Not sleeping well can make it hard to concentrate and stay motivated for the day ahead of you. Try going to bed at a similar time every night so that your body can get accustomed to this schedule.
- Plan out what you’re going to do for the day ahead of you so that when it’s over, there are no distractions or regrets about not doing anything productive. This is especially important if this is an accomplished day where most things got done on your to-do list. It’s important because it helps you to evaluate your day and see what worked well. It also gives you a chance to think about how the next day might go, planning out more tasks if necessary.
- Develop a morning routine. Spiritual Media Blog says that establishing a morning routine can help get your day off to a productive start.
- Structure the time you spend on social media so that it doesn’t always take up all of your free time, but is also present in your life. Spending too much time on these platforms can derail productivity and make us feel frustrated or guilty about not doing anything else with our lives which can create a downward spiral leading to even more distractions and unproductivity.
- Find the right work environment. It is important to find a place where you can focus and get everything done in one space. Whether it’s working from home or finding an office, make sure your workplace has all of the amenities that help keep productivity high, such as fast Wi-Fi, good lighting, and comfortable ergonomic seating.