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Your Productivity Formula |
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Written by Elliott Roberts
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Wednesday, 13 August 2008 14:14 |
First of all you need a plan. The tasks on your daily lists should all be smaller parts of your bigger projects and goals; therefore every small task you achieve is moving you closer to the achievement of your bigger, long term goals. If upon review you find that your daily projects and your long term projects are not lined up, start over. You will not succeed until this is in sync.
Prioritize. Once you have your short range and long range tasks lined up, prioritize what needs to be done during the day. We tend to think of everything as important, otherwise it wouldn't be on the list, but some need to be done earlier and some can simply be deferred to the next day if necessary.
Take a break. It doesn't matter whether you stretch at your desk or walk around in circles. Your body and mind need breaks and a variety of stimulation. Your creativity and productivity will be recharged, making up for the work time you fear losing when you step away.
Don't skip lunch. The body and the brain need nourishment to function properly. Your mind will be clearer and you will achieve better results when you take the time to eat.
Track progress and recognize your own achievements, no matter how small. You will be motivated to continue and achieve more success.
Do not procrastinate. Deal with as many unexpected tasks you can so that you don't get bogged down later playing catch up. These tasks usually only take a few minutes to complete so deal with them immediately and keep moving forward.
Productivity can apply to what needs to be done at home, work, for the kids or for you. You have to get work done. Completing that work is called productivity. It makes life rewarding. When you develop your own productivity formula you will be amazed by how easy it to achieve the success you desire.
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