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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 yourself if the outcome could be achieved more efficiently through alternatives such as an online group chat or a discussion thread.
If you really must have a meeting, check out some tips on how to run an effective team meeting .
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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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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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Dwight Eisenhower divided his tasks into four different possibilities. You can use this decision matrix to help you organise your tasks.
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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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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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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 g...
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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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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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You can use the Pomodoro technique to work in 25 minutes sprints.
Here’s how it works:
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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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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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Ivy Lee was a productivity expert who achieved peak productivity each day by following these five steps.
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The average office worker spends over 31 hours each month in unproductive meetings.
Before booking your next meeting, ask yourself whether you can accomplish the same goals or tasks via email, phone, or Web-based meeting.
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