When you
boost your productivity, not only do you get more work done, but you can also
do it quicker, freeing up more time for you to do the things you really want to
do!
Try these tips to
help you take control of your day and accomplish more:
1. Set a goal for each day
2.
Make a schedule – with deadlines – for your tasks
3.
Keep
a daily to-do list. Cross off tasks as they're completed.
4. If a task doesn't
really need to be done, just get rid of it altogether
5. Batch similar tasks together
6.
Learn to say no to requests for tasks that would
impede on your priorities
7. Delegate some of your work
8.
Do
the unpleasant items quickly and as early in the day as possible
9. Slow down. Rushing causes mistakes and actually slows your productivity.
10. Leave only icons for work programs on your computer desktop
11.
Avoid social networking sites during work hours,
unless you use them for work
12. Color-code your paper files and folders
13. Take a 2-5 minute "micro nap." Rest your head and close
your eyes.
14. Organize your electronic files and
folders so you know where everything is
15.
Use
keyboard shortcuts whenever you can
16. Schedule your most critical tasks for your most
effective time of the day
17.
Communicate clearly with clients, bosses, and
colleagues
18. Use a planner faithfully
19.
Search for add-ons for your browser that can speed
up your Internet tasks
20.
Take breaks to relax and refresh your mind and body
21.
Use stress-reducing techniques each day to keep
stress to a minimum
22.
Keep work and personal email separate. Access only
work email when working.
23.
Limit emails to 5 sentences: who, what, where, when,
and why
24.
Clear clutter from your desk
25.
Beat procrastination and get started right away on
the task at hand
26. Try doing
everything a little faster. Walk, talk, type, and read faster.
27. Avoid trying to multi-task
28.
Focus
hard on being productive for 30 minutes at a time. Set a timer.
29.
Help motivate yourself with your favorite quotes
30. Focus on the
appropriate task—personal or work-related—at the appropriate time
31. Put on headphones to avoid distracting
noises. Listen to music if it helps you.
32. Focus on the tasks
that will accomplish the most
33. Ask for help
34.
Leave your desk clean at the end of each day
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