How to be Productive Daily pt.2

Focus on One Thing at a Time

One of the biggest killers of productivity is distractions. Whether it be noise or thoughts or games, distractions are a barrier to any productive day. That’s why it’s important to know where and when you work best.
Need a little background noise to keep you on track? Try working in a coffee shop.
Can’t stand to hear even the ticking of a clock while writing? Go to a library and put in your headphones.

Schedule Time

Once you have prioritized your list, you need to estimate how much time each task will take and create a schedule for when you’re going to tackle them.
Overall, we tend to overestimate the time needed for short tasks and underestimate the time needed for long tasks,
When it comes to choosing times to complete tasks, be aware of how your energy levels change throughout the day and plan accordingly. Aim to tackle challenging tasks when your energy is at its highest, which for many of us is first thing in the morning. Save your more routine tasks for later in the day, when you’re more likely to become tired and distracted.

Take Breaks

Focusing, however, can drain a lot of energy, and too much of it at once can quickly turn your productive day unproductive.
With heavy workloads, we often feel pressure to power through the day, forgoing lunch and working long hours to get as much done as possible.
In reality, however, working longer hours doesn’t necessarily mean working more productively. Research repeatedly shows that our brains can only focus for a limited amount of time and they require regular breaks to re-energize.
Take a walk, get a coffee, socialize, or even practice meditation for a few minutes. The important thing is to take a physical and mental break from your work and give your brain the chance to rest and recharge.

Celebrate and Reflect

No matter how you execute a productive day, make sure to take time and celebrate what you’ve accomplished. It’s important to reward yourself so that you can continue doing great work. Plus, a reward system is an incredible motivator.
Additionally, you should reflect on your day to find out what worked and what didn’t. Reflection not only increases future productivity but also gives your brain time to decompress and de-stress.
So, when you’ve ticked an item off your list and made some progress toward your goal, don’t forget to reward yourself.