10 productivity boosters
- 1. 10 Productivity Boosters Tips You Can Use Now
- 2. 1 Plan Your Day Starting your day off without a plan means you have no idea where you are going. Create a game plan at the beginning of each day. Determine your priorities and how you will maximize your work hours.
- 3. 2 Write It Down Now that you have a plan, write it down. Create a list, write it in your calendar, or type it into notes on your phone. Creating a plan in your head is not enough. It’s not real until you write it down.
- 4. 3 Schedule Email Time Don’t let email control your life. Schedule time throughout the day to check your email. Try scheduling 3x times a day or even 6x a day. Once you commit to a schedule you will create a habit that will limit distractions, thus making you more productive.
- 5. 4 Only Attend Necessary Meetings Attending more meetings does not make you more important. Only attend meeting where you add value. It’s easy to get caught in 4-5 meetings a day. Work smarter and be choosy about the meetings you attend.
- 6. 5 Batch Follow Up Calls Dedicate an hour for follow up conversations. Make a list of the people you need to contact and call them back to back. This method will put you in a zone and typically you will walk away with all your action items at one time.
- 7. 6 Set Small Goals You may not finish every task you set out to complete but if you break big projects down, you are one step closer. Set small attainable goals daily. You will love the satisfaction of reaching even the smallest goal.
- 8. 7 Dedicate Project Time Big projects may look unconquerable but if you dedicate time to work on a project daily, you will be closer to completing it. Mark off time on your calendar to focus on your project uninterrupted.
- 9. 8 Limit Distractions Close your door, shut down unnecessary internet windows, and turn off the radio. Set yourself up for success by creating an environment where you can get things done without distractions.
- 10. 9 Use Your DND If you are focused and working on a task, don’t let your concentration get away from you. Turn on your Do Not Disturb for your instant message and phone. Maintaining your increased level of productivity is valuable. You can follow up on what you missed once you are done.
- 11. 10 Stick to Your Plan It’s easy to get off track throughout the day. You made a plan, now you have to stick to it. Commit to accomplishing your goals for the day. When you start to veer away from your plan, circle back and remember your priorities.
- 12. Ready to be More Productive Now that you have the boosters let’s put them to action. For more savvy advice, subscribe to the Her Savvy Career Newsletter.