Productivity Ideas

Productivity Tips

- model the masters. For instance, in this article we look at perhaps the most productive individual of the twentieth century, Pablo Picasso. Looking at his working day and underlying attitudes, we can unleash radical productivity in our own livel.

- model those around you, who effortlessly get things done. This may be anyone at your workplace, but most useful may be those with similar personalities as us. Parents, family members and friends can be casually “interviewed” for their techniques and solutions.

- If you are overwhelmed by productivity solutions, go back to basics. A book (eg. an A5 spiral bound book) or PDA to find all your things to do is a good start, along with a standard diary. Digital solutions hold advantages over paper ones in that chores can be reordered and moved easily - just make sure you check them every day.

- it is important not to put everything in to your “To-do” lists. If it’s not urgent, don’t put it in.

- have a list of priorities you can also check regularly separately. This may be for things like dental appointments, checkups, dates, etc - regular things like that.

- don’t cross off items, lest your book become a mess you hate looking at. A simple tick over the first letter will usually suffice.

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- make use of calendars (online or desktop) that give you beeping reminders.