Productivity & time management.

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Time management hinders productivity. We need to shift our thinking from ‘how to get more done’ to ‘how doneto make sure we’re doing the right things.’ Instead of time management, we should think about attention management.

Well we need to be focused & set the priorities during our day length because by assuming to achieve high targets & accomplishing all the task in those limited hours can sometimes be not possible & this can disappoint us which in turn discourages us a bit & we start doubting our abilities which is wrong & this feeling pulls us out of the motivational zone, therefore it’s better to list the priorities first that can make us more satisfied & dignified to work.

Instead of planning out your day in the traditional manner, consider it according to the highest-priority tasks. Stop saying, “I have a task; where should it fit in my day?” and start thinking, “This is my day; does this task deserve priority?” The understanding here is that you don’t have unlimited time, and only a fraction of your to-do -list deserves your attention.

There few productivity tips we all need to follow to the best out of our time.

1. Plan your week — Beginning your week with a plan starts you off on the right foot with a clear agenda.
2. Put a time limit on tasks — Some tasks (or even breaks) are notorious for time sucks. Set a time limit on things that tend to get out of hand. Use an audible reminder if necessary.
3. Get the most critical and potentially least attractive item on your to-do list done first.
4. Done, not perfect — The bottom line is that by waiting for something to be perfect, you risk not getting it done at all. At the very least, you’re wasting valuable time
5. Inspiration isn’t your friend — Many tasks, especially creative ones, are significantly delayed by people waiting for inspiration to strike. Apart from the fact that inspiration may never strike (and you’ll have to do the task anyway), waiting can put you in a rut. Instead, take your “inspiration” & get it done

Being so productive that you’re neglecting your health or family, then you’re not as successful as you might think you are. Being victorious in the race of productivity can burn us out at times leading to insignificant results so it’s better to do less but with great quality & priority.

By all means, use a few of the quick fixes to get through a busy day, but at some point, take a good hard look at what you’re doing, and see if it matches up with your “really important stuff.” If it doesn’t, then there are some more fundamental changes you might want to consider making.

Being productive is about maintaining a steady, average speed on a few things, not maximum speed on everything.

Simple Ways to Be More Productive Every Day

Step 1: Manage your energy, not your time.

If you take a moment to think about it, you’ll probably realize that you are better at doing certain tasks at certain times. What type of energy do you have in the morning? Afternoon? Evening? Determine what tasks each energy level and time of day are best suited for.

Step 2: Prepare the night before.

If you only do one thing each day then spend a few minutes each night organizing your to-do list for tomorrow. When I do it right, I’ll outline the article I’m going to write the next day and develop a short list of the most important items for me to accomplish. It takes 10 minutes that night and saves 3 hours the next day.

Step 3: Don’t open email until noon.

Sounds simple. Nobody does it. It took me a whileto get over the urge to open my inbox, but eventually, I realized that everything can wait a few hours. Nobody is going to email you about a true emergency (a death in the family, etc.), so leave your email alone for the first few hours of each day. Use the morning to do what’s important rather than responding to what is “urgent.”

Step 4: Turn your phone off and leave it in another room.

Or on your colleague’s desk. Or at the very least, put it somewhere that is out of sight. This eliminates the urge to check text messages, Facebook, Twitter, and so on. This simple strategy eliminates the likelihood of slipping into half–work where you waste time dividing your attention among meaningless tasks.

Step 5: Work in a cool place.

Have you ever noticed how you feel groggy and sluggish in a hot room? Turning the temperature down or moving to a cooler place is an easy way to focus your mind and body. (Hat tip to Michael Hyatt for this one.)

Step 6: Sit up or stand up.

When you sit hunched over, your chest is in a collapsed position and your diaphragm is pressing against the bottom of your lungs, which hinders your ability to breathe easily and deeply. Sit up straight or stand up and you’ll find that you can breathe easier and more fully. As a result, your brain will get more oxygen and you’ll be able to concentrate better.

Step 7: Develop a “pre-game routine” to start your day.

My morning routine starts by pouring a cold glass of water. Some people kick off their day with ten minutes of meditation. Similarly, you should have a sequence that starts your morning ritual. This tiny routine signals to your brain that it’s time to get into work mode or exercise mode or whatever mode you need to be in to accomplish your task. Additionally, a pre-game routine helps you overcome a lack of motivation and get things done even when you don’t feel like it.