How To Get More Done: 3 Daily Habits To Be More Productive
Stop reading personal development books!
Most of us know what to do; we do not do them because it is too much effort to take action on the tasks we have learned. Or, what we learned does not seem applicable in our situation. We then pick up another bestseller, hoping there is a more straightforward solution.
Yes, procrastination is also to blame. Most people procrastinate because they are afraid of the possible outcome, failure. Others procrastinate because they don't like change; the task is too hard, confused about how to tackle it, overwhelmed, lacking clarity, or are distracted easily.
If you can identify with any of these, I've got three simple habits I use every day to get me closer to my goals, move the needle, and get more done.
Increase productivity and become highly efficient with these daily habits.
Use A Notepad
You are more likely to get things done when you write things down—personal and business.
Carry your notepad everywhere; in the car, by your nightstand, on your desk, in a meeting. Everywhere!
Ever been driving in the car and remember you need to pick up dry cleaning by five? Write it down when you are stopped. Ever been in a meeting and someone mentions something that reminds you of something you need to do when you get back to the office or home? Write it down. Ever woke up in the middle of the night with a life-changing idea? Write it down.
Ever been daydreaming by the pool, and remember you need to plan that particular party for next week or next month? Write it down.
Our brains are distracted every second, with songs, advertising, social media, conversations. It isn't easy to remember everything we need to do.
Your notepad will be your brain dump so that you can continue to focus on the task at hand but not forget what you need to do later. Use the notepad for business and personal responsibilities. Carry it with you everywhere; you can continuously prioritize what is most important to tackle before days end.
Review your notepad frequently throughout the day, crossing off completed tasks and prioritizing the uncompleted tasks so that you are more productive and get more things done.
Time Block
It takes an average of 20 minutes to focus on the tasks at hand to be productive. Each time a distraction occurs, it takes 20 minutes to re-engage with your productivity.
The human brain can focus on two-hour durations.
Block out 60-minute intervals each day with no distractions. Start with one hour, and once you see the benefit of getting more done, add another hour.
Turn off the cell phone, silent email alerts, close the door, turn off social media, and any other possible distraction to be more productive.
Focus On Systems, Not The Goals
"Success is nothing more than a few simple disciplines, practiced every day." - Jim Rhone
Goals are essential for success. But, they should not be the primary focus.
Focus on the day to day tasks that must be executed for the goal.
Focusing on the goal is a distraction. Focusing on the daily disciplines is what accomplishes the objectives.
If your goal is to lose 15 pounds, focus only on the 1,500 calories each day. You will get there with this system.
If your goal is to close $150,000 in sales, determine how many qualified leads need to be reached each day. You will get there with this system.
If your goal is to write a book, determine how many words need to be typed each day. You will get there with this system.
Conclusion: How To Be More Productive
Start with these simple daily habits.
Use A notepad
Time block
Focus on systems, not the goals
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