Tips to help you be your most productive

When you are busy, and I mean really busy, it can feel like you are drowning in work. It can feel like you just can’t get ahead no matter how hard you try. 

Sometimes, we can’t help how busy we are. And for those times we need a strategy for how to most efficiently complete our to-do list. I want to share with you how I’ve learned to be my most productive self so that you can do the same.

But there are still times when things pile up. Isn’t it the truth that everything seems to happen all at once!! One example of mine is that every single time one person hands their notice in, I get another person the next day – typical! 

PRODUCTIVITY TIPS TO BE YOUR MOST PRODUCTIVE

PRIORITISE

This is the most important. So, when you are in one of those busy periods, how do you do it all? First of all, you probably can’t. That’s why it is super important that you prioritise everything you currently have to do. Something might have to give, even if only temporarily, so it’s important that you know what is on the bottom of your priority list.

CREATE A PLAN

In order to be your most productive, you need to have a plan. If you are a morning person, you might be able to plan your day first thing in the morning. If you aren’t a morning person, you could plan your day the night before. Whenever you choose to plan out your day, follow these simple steps:

First, write down any appointments or meetings, things you have to attend, Second, write down everything on your to-do list. Third, prioritise your to-do list so you know what needs to get tackled first. That’s it! It’s that simple.

GATHER WHAT YOU NEED

This is good tip which I believe really helps you motivate yourself. Now that you have a plan, get ready for it! Set out the clothes you will need. Gather the necessary supplies. Pack your lunch. Get anything and everything ready so that you can jump right in. 

PRODUCE

Now that you have prioritised and prepared for your most productive day, this is where you simply get it done!

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR PRIME-TIME HOURS

We all have our own best hours and times of when we are the our most productive. Just as prime time on your TV is the peak time for a television programme to get the most viewers, your “prime-time hours” are the most optimal time for you to get things done.

So, when are you most productive? You need to take advantage of that time in order to be the most productive and most affective during the day. Furthermore, where are you most productive? Often times, this is a place that makes you feel comfortable and isn’t distracting. So, I’m not talking as comfortable as your bed, otherwise you would be distracted by the thought of sleep. 

By comfortable, I mean a place where you are comfortable and able to focus. For me, this is my desk. 

I hope that helps you tackle your to do list even if you just take one too away as everyone will of course work differently and find different things that suit them the best!

Bye for now Xx