Work smarter not harder

byspurway

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9 years ago

Have you ever thought how you spent your Day ?

Working from home , is not always easy . There are many distractions. Have you calculated ,how many hours a day you are productive and focused , and how many times you are distracted .

Work with a system ...

Identify 3 tasks every day that are most crucial for the day .

Write them down ,and do them first . Time yourself every 30 min. Be aware what distracts you .

Ask yourself

:• Why do you want to be effective?

• What is my goal for today ?

Close all browser windows , put the phone on silence and start focusing on the first task . Time how long you need to full fill this task .

when you are finish start with task two , and than task three . If you need a break in between DON'T.....finish your 3 task first , than take a break .

Having achieved to finish the 3 major task each day , is a big step in the right direction.

Ask yourself what categories the 3 task fit in

TACTICAL: Is this a recurring task? ( am i be able to pay someone to do this task )

STRATEGIC: Is this creating a system or process? Can this build relationships or networks? Is this building a solid future for you?

ACTION ITEM: Write down “TACTICAL” or “STRATEGIC” next to each activity

-Don't allow unimportant things drag you down and draw your attention.

-Time spent browsing Twitter /Facebook , gaming or watching TV and movies can be one of the biggest drains on productivity. ( Time moves fast )

- Put a time limit on your task , don't sit down and think I will finish this today . (Think I will take 2 hours for this task )

- Don't overwhelm yourself when you think of your" To do List"

- - start with a small list and grow the list day by day ( you will be amazed how efficient you can become)

- Make it a Ritual to cross out the things done for that day on your list in the evening , it feels good ....by the end of the day .... you are productive ....

Cheers Sylvia