Do you have a difficult time staying on task? Do you feel as though you’re spending a whole day just trying to get started, while never actually getting anything done? Then, do something about it!
There are some very simple ways to help you regain your focus and stay on task, no matter what the day brings. In fact, some of these strategies are so simple that you may question whether they really are effective. The truth is, the simplest of strategies often yields the greatest result.
Create a daily task list on paper for your whole day or week. If you think creating a list in your mind is just as effective, you might be surprised! Better think again. The truth is, you’re more likely to waste precious time just trying to remember what’s ahead!
Set up specific times when people can come in and interrupt your work. Let your co-workers know what works for you and strive to stick to it as much as possible.
If you continue checking your email too frequently, you can get sidetracked just as you are building momentum. Set specific times when you check email. It could be twice a day or every few hours, but the goal is to eliminate unnecessary distractions.
Sure, communicating with your friends and colleagues can make the day go faster. However, it distracts you from the task at hand and keeps you from building precious momentum.
If you have trouble concentrating on your work because of the noise around you, wear a pair of noise-canceling headphones. If you don’t want any sound at all, get some earplugs; it’ll save you your sanity!
Did you know that productivity and comfort go hand-in-hand? It’s true. Having a comfortable chair makes a huge difference in how you think, feel, and perform. If a new chair is out of the budget, get one of those chair cushions. You’ll find that it’s a purchase that pays for itself.
When your desk is clean and organized, it’s much easier to stay focused on the task at hand. Why? Because you don’t have to wade through the stacks and clutter to find what you need.
You’ll experience a huge difference in your productivity and – more importantly – your happiness when you apply even just a few of these time-saving techniques. You’ll be able to get more done faster than ever, leaving you with time for more important things, like having fun!
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