How to be more productive
Take more breaks.
It may sound natural, but taking quick breaks could actually boost your stamina. Psychologists indicate taking short breaks while performing tasks can help maintain productivity levels, whereas working at the same type of task without a break may have a negative impact on your performance. Take into account that next time when you’re having trouble staying focused, try to consider stepping away from your office for a few minutes to clear your mind, so you can return to the task fresh and new.
Stop multitasking.
A recent study show multitasking is probably no big deal if you’re doing chores, but your brain might not keep up when tasks are more complex. Switching back and forth between tasks might seem like a good way to get more done, but in practice multitasking can actually increase inefficiency. Instead of juggling multiple things at once, commit to completing one task before beginning another.
Sweat it out.
Working out can boost your endorphins, making you happier and more engaged in what you’re doing, and studies show getting exercise can help improve productivity. What’s the best way to get moving? Research shows walking can help spark your creativity. And guess what?! Being fit can help you be a better employee overall!
Sleep better.
Adults should aim for 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night for optimal health. That’s probably not news to you, but when was the last time you actually hit the hay on time? While it can be tempting to work late into the night—especially if you’re a night owl who doesn’t get grooving until the sun goes down—don’t! Research shows the more sleep-deprived employees are, the less productive they’ll be at work. Boost your productivity (and save your company some cash!), by getting the rest you need.
Plan ahead.
The same way you use a task planner to organize your daily action items, use your calendar to plan out your week in advance.
It may sound natural, but taking quick breaks could actually boost your stamina. Psychologists indicate taking short breaks while performing tasks can help maintain productivity levels, whereas working at the same type of task without a break may have a negative impact on your performance. Take into account that next time when you’re having trouble staying focused, try to consider stepping away from your office for a few minutes to clear your mind, so you can return to the task fresh and new.
Stop multitasking.
A recent study show multitasking is probably no big deal if you’re doing chores, but your brain might not keep up when tasks are more complex. Switching back and forth between tasks might seem like a good way to get more done, but in practice multitasking can actually increase inefficiency. Instead of juggling multiple things at once, commit to completing one task before beginning another.
Sweat it out.
Working out can boost your endorphins, making you happier and more engaged in what you’re doing, and studies show getting exercise can help improve productivity. What’s the best way to get moving? Research shows walking can help spark your creativity. And guess what?! Being fit can help you be a better employee overall!
Sleep better.
Adults should aim for 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night for optimal health. That’s probably not news to you, but when was the last time you actually hit the hay on time? While it can be tempting to work late into the night—especially if you’re a night owl who doesn’t get grooving until the sun goes down—don’t! Research shows the more sleep-deprived employees are, the less productive they’ll be at work. Boost your productivity (and save your company some cash!), by getting the rest you need.
Plan ahead.
The same way you use a task planner to organize your daily action items, use your calendar to plan out your week in advance.
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