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3. Prepare a To-do list for the day

To-do lists can be a great tool for productivity.

They help you to get organised and stay focused. And, if you’re like me, you’ll also take great satisfaction in ticking a task off when it’s done.

One tip to help you get your day off to a flyer is to make your to-do list at the end of each workday or the night before.

By doing this, you won’t waste time in the morning when you’re in your peak productivity state .

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One final way you can boost not just your own productivity but your whole team is by using our project management and team collaboration software .

It’s a great way to connect with colleagues and organise your tasks and projects. It’s super flexible s...

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1. Eat the frog

Productivity experts like Brian Tracy advise that you do your most demanding task first thing in the morning (eat a frog).

Ignore emails, eat breakfast, meditate… Whatever you decide to do, ensure you have a solid morning routine which sets you up ...

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7. Use the Eisenhower Box

Dwight Eisenhower divided his tasks into four different possibilities. You can use this decision matrix to help you organise your tasks.

  1. Urgent and important: Tasks you will do immediately.
  2. Important but not urg...

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8. Check emails intermittently

This one is from Tim Ferriss’ not-to-list and something I’ve personally implemented and benefitted from.

Turn off email notifications so you don’t get distracted each time an email comes through.

Checki...

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9. Get active

Exercise is good for your body and mind so it’s no surprise that it may also boost your workplace productivity .

When you exercise, you increase blood flow to the brain, which can help sharp...

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<p>Making the most of your tim...

Making the most of your time at work is something that most of us strive for. Let’s look at some habits that you can adopt so you’re able to leave the office knowing that you accomplished everything you aimed to do that day.

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6. Work to a Deadline

When we have a deadline to work towards, we are generally more focused and productive.

In Work Less, Do More , Jan Yager argues that deadlines “actually help us by bestowing acti...

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10. Stop striving for perfection

The quest for perfection is one of the fastest routes to unhappiness. Nothing is ever perfect… It’s an illusion so stop wasting your time!

Instead of striving for perfection, focus on completing the task to the best of your ability.

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Use the Pomodoro technique

You can use the Pomodoro technique to work in 25 minutes sprints.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Decide on the task to be done.
  2. Set the Pomodoro ti...

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2. Stop multitasking

Our brains aren’t built for multitasking so stop doing it — it’s counterproductive and a productivity killer.

You can start increasing your productivity today simply by focusing on one task at a time and giving it your all before moving onto the next task.

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5. Say no to meetings

According to one study , the average office worker attends 62 meetings a month and around 37% of all meetings are unproductive.

So, before you organise your next meeting, ask yourse...

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Here's an example of a to-do list in Tameday

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4. Take regular breaks

Surprisingly, scheduling regular breaks can improve your productivity.

Studies show that if you’re working on a long task without taking a break then your performance will suffer.

A study by

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The Ivy Lee Method

Ivy Lee was a productivity expert who achieved peak productivity each day by following these five steps.

  1. At the end of each workday, write down the six most important things you need to accomplish tomorrow. Don’t write down mo...

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Doing so at the end of your workday boosts your productivity:

  • It helps you stop thinking about work: writing out a plan to finish uncompleted tasks provides the same mental relief as actually completing the task.
  • It increases your willpower: starting the day wi...

Prepare for the next day

The success of your morning begins the night before.

All you have to do is spend a few minutes making FIRM decisions about what you’ll do when you first wake up. You don’t need a huge to-do list. You just need to know the FIRST thing you’re going to do.

Make a To-Do-List

  • Make a to-do list for every day: One of the best time management tools you can develop.
  • Make your to-do lists a habit: When something new comes up, add it to the list.
  • Check off your completed tasks: This activity gives you a sense of accomplishment and g...

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