Is the way to increase productivity simply by doing a lot? Unfortunately, it is not. Being productive means understanding the factors, whether external or internal, that influence the way you perform your tasks to make the most of your time. Everyone has fallen into the temptation to procrastinate. No matter what you’re working on, time management skills are one of the keys to being successful. Here are some tips to help you maximize and be productive with your time.
1. Addiction to social media is the biggest enemy of work.
Social media is more addictive than we think. They are the biggest enemy that interferes with work, so once you enter, a lot of time is taken away. If you look at the social media of your acquaintances, you can find yourself looking into the social media of other people that you don't know at all, with your work behind you. You have to set the time rather than just having as much free time as you want. For instance, you may use the application in which your phone is automatically locked after passing the set time. There are various applications that support and encourage you to use less time for social media since people today spend too much time on it.
Through individual efforts, rules should be established so that social media use is limited to times set by oneself, such as after work. Since it is not easy to return to work once you start using social media, it is better to refrain from looking at it during breaks. If you notice that your social media addiction is at a serious level, it might be time to consider a temporary withdrawal. In order to develop the ability to be immersed in work, it is important to regain control over the time lost by stimulants such as social media.
2. If necessary, put off until tomorrow what you can’t do today.
Even the best runners can't keep sprinting. Likewise, we all have limited time to focus on our work. Everyone is different, but if you concentrate on your work for a long time, your head turns dull at some point and your work does not progress any further. At this point, you need to stop working and fully focus on rest.
This is because time spent resting becomes the foundation for not only recharging the exhausted body but also showing more creativity. Many people overlook this and often continue working even more after work. But this isn’t really helpful. Trying to work with already lost concentration and stamina doesn't help much. At this time, you must have the courage to postpone what you would do today until tomorrow. Sometimes better results can be obtained when work is postponed to the next day.
3. Let's play for a while to increase focus.
If you feel a little tired of work, you need to create an opportunity to focus again. It is a way to prepare light sights and entertainment according to your taste. It's also a good idea to browse through simple games that you can play without thinking, or travel photos you've taken. As soon as you return to your workplace refreshed, you may come up with a solution to a previously unsolved problem.
A short break like this helps you to focus on your work again with a fresh feeling.
However, there are some things to be aware of here as well. It should be something that will allow you to get back to work quickly. Avoid things that you can instantly fall into deeply, such as the internet or social media. Let's provide an opportunity to focus again through light sights and entertainment.
Everyone wants to become more productive and make positive changes in their lives. However, putting this into practice is not an easy feat. Following the rules and tips that I mentioned may help you in the long run and your life as well to be more productive. Have a productive day today!
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