At the end of a workday do you ever feel like you haven’t accomplished everything you wanted to get done? Did you make a to do list and then forget to stick by it?
At some point in life everyone can find staying productive at work difficult, here are some tips on how to change this.
- Stop multitasking
It may be tempting to take on more than one task at once if they seem simple to do, but multitasking can actually make you less productive even if it doesn’t seem like it would. It can slow down your brain and can affect the way you work which means you’ll be less efficient; it is best to stick to one task at a time and you will end up completing it faster.
2. Take breaks
You may think that not having breaks and working long hours means you’re getting more done but this is not always the case. Not taking breaks can lead to you feeling stressed, burnt out and exhausted which will result in you being less productive. Even if it’s only a 5-minute break a couple of times a day, as well as including your lunch, it will help you to de-stress and re-charge.
3. Make a to do list each night
Making a to do list means you won’t waste time at the start of your day sorting out what tasks to do, begin with the most important tasks first so that you know you will get all of these finished. It will help you feel more organised and give you a feeling of satisfaction when you are able to tick off tasks that you have completed!
4. Reduce distractions
Having distractions in the workplace can be very common, and all these interruptions can have an effect on your business. Make sure to spend a bit of time each day checking your personal e-mail etc, but do not do this excessively as it will distract you from your work.
Remember everyday might not be the most productive, but that doesn’t matter! As long as you use these tips and refocus your energy you will be surprised at how much more you’ll get done!