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Avoid These 8 Productivity Myths
Doing the "busy work" first
Scientists say doing hard work first ensures you tackle challenges when you’re at your most creative and prepared. Jump right into the biggest priority on your list and when you're ready to take a break, switch gears to the lower-impact tasks.
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8 hours of sleep as a must
The sleep time required for optimal functioning depends on individual needs – and these vary with season, mood, activity level and other factors.
The "power" of multitasking
Multitasking can be detrimental. Research shows it stresses and slows us down, increasing our potential for error. It also decreases information retention and focus.
Productivity in offices
We can be productive out of offices. Research shows that those who dislike office have increased productivity when working from home or on public spaces.
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The Problem with To-Do Lists
To-do lists call our attention to tasks that are easy to quantify and complete. These tasks can feel more pressing and important than they really are and make us prioritize them while neglecting...
The Hunter Method
- Choose one task that is going to be the focus of your day, even if it does not fill your whole day.
- Write it on a Post-it note and stick it to your laptop.
- Look at this note when your mind begins to wander.
What 'must-do' to choose
You'll find it is usually the thing you least want to do. It is not a meaningless errand or tedious office task. It's a significant item that will make you feel more fulfilled.
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Writing The List In The Morning
Although it might feel natural to create your to-do list first thing in the morning, it's too late.
Writing the list at the end of the day allows you to leave work behind and tra...
Including Too Many Tasks
Ideally, create a ‘top three’ tasks at the beginning of your to-do list.
Long lists are a problem because most people aren’t aware that “we only have about three to six good hours of work in us each day.”
People also tend to underestimate how long a task takes.
Including Someday Items
Aspirational tasks, like writing a book, don’t belong on a to-do list; instead, create a separate bucket list.
Daily to-do lists should be focused. If you have a big project you want to complete, you can put it on your to-do list if you chunk it out into smaller, more attainable tasks.