Sometimes it feels like you have too many things to do and don’t have any time to watch your favorite TV series. Do you want to solve this problem and get more productive? Then these tips will help you.
Concentrate on One Task
When you try to do many things at once, it becomes multitasking. Yet, trying to multitask is often unproductive. Choose one task and work on it until you run out of time or until you finish it. If you have several similar tasks to complete, don’t jump from one to the next, and don’t flit between them.
For example, only work on your mail or finish a report. You do not need to finish a page of the report, then send a couple of emails and go back to work.
Group Tasks
Try to do a number of small tasks in one place, such as near your computer or on your phone. This way you don’t have to start and stop doing things because you need to run from place to place.
For example, you need to look up messages in your phone and order something online. You can look up the contacts on your phone and place the order in the app. Then you can put your phone away and concentrate on other things. If you have several calls to make, make them in sequence, then take your mind off your phone and do other tasks.
Do the Main Tasks in the Morning
Try to complete the most difficult tasks in the morning when you still have enough energy and motivation to get through them quickly. Aim to complete them before dinner, leaving the afternoon for less essential tasks and for planning for the next day.
For example, if you need to finish your project and make some calls, you should plan to finish it in the morning and postpone the phone calls to the afternoon. This way, both the project and your calls will be finished, and you will be able to quickly perform the remaining small tasks.
Wear Earphones
When you’re trying to work quickly, distractions can quickly ruin your plans. Listen to music, an audiobook, or the news on your earphones. As a result, extraneous sounds can’t distract you. This tip will be especially helpful for those who work in an office with more than one person.
Take Short Breaks
Avoid burnout by giving your body and headrest during the day. Some experts recommend giving yourself 10 minutes of rest every 50 minutes of work, but you can arrange it as you like. During your break, you can read your messages, have a cup of coffee, go for a walk, or grab a snack. Even if you don’t feel like you need a break, take a little break anyway. Get up and stretch, or have a drink of water. Your body will appreciate it.