10 Productivity Hacks Every Yummygirl Should Incorporate into Her Routine
Incorporating productivity into your routine is no easy task. Some days it can feel like your to-do list is never ending. With there only being a certain number of hours during the day, this tends to limit how much you can get done each day. You’re constantly having to divide your time into making sure you’re as efficient as possible with each task needed to be complete that you tend to lack a sense of productivity to successfully complete the task at hand.
Having so much to do with such little time to do it can become a bit overwhelming—but it’s not impossible! This Self-Care Sunday, we’re sharing 10 productivity hacks you can incorporate into your busy day-to-day tasks all while making progress towards your goals. Keep reading to learn about the tools, methods and hacks necessary to make sure you’re staying productive.
10 Productivity Hacks to Incorporate into Your Routine
Hack #1: Keep distractions to a bare minimum
It’s so easy to get distracted when there’s constant distractions around you. Checking your phone every five minutes, answering text messages and emails are all distractions that should be kept to a bare minimum to allow your productivity to be more efficient as you focus on the task at hand.
Hack #2: Focus on completing one task at a time
When you focus your energy on completing one task at a time, you’re more prone to thoroughly and successfully complete the task without having to go back to it later. Studies have shown that multi-tasking isn’t sufficient because you’re dividing your time and attention into too many tasks at once. Instead, dedicate your time to completing one task and then move on to the next one– you will soon realize this will allow your brain to focus and remain consistent in getting things done.
Hack #3: Start your day off with your most important task
Sometimes your most important tasks can take the longest to complete. If this is the case, begin your days with these tasks first. This will allow you ample time to get these things done as well as enough time to make sure you complete the smaller tasks too.
Hack #4: Become goal-oriented
Look at each day as a day to accomplish your set goals. Becoming goal-oriented goes a long way because you’ve now giving yourself something to look forward to each day.
Hack #5: Wake up earlier so your days aren’t longer
The earlier you wake up, the more time you have to get things done! Waking up early has many benefits to your body as well as your work life. If you consistently wake up early each morning, you have more time to get things done, and the quicker you get things done, the more time you have for yourself and your family.
Hack #6: Utilize a calendar management tool
Calendar management tools are essential for implementing productivity into your routine. These apps are extremely helpful in making sure you not only stay up to date with your reminders and due dates, but it’s almost like having a personal assistant that keeps you organized throughout the day. Calendar management tools are perfect in helping you plan your day-to-day schedules all while making sure you stay on track.
Hack #7: Take breaks when needed
Your body is never too old for breaks! Make sure you’re taking at least one break throughout the workday to give yourself time to rejuvenate so you’re able to remain productive. Walk around the office, grab a cup of coffee, use the restroom– whatever it is that you need to do, this is the time for that.
Hack #8: Set a schedule for the day, the night before
Knowing what your schedule will look like the night before is pivotal in being productive. This will allow you to be even more prepared for the day (and prepared for any unexpected things as well) as you tackle your set goals.
Hack #9: Set timers for each task
Setting timers when completing your tasks are very helpful and motivating. If you allot yourself a certain amount of time to make sure you completely finish a task, this will enhance your productivity and will allow you to get more things done throughout your day.
Hack #10: Eliminate perfectionist tendencies
Eliminate the idea that you must be perfect at everything you do. It’s nearly impossible to be absolutely perfect at all that you do, so stop being so hard on yourself. These perfectionist tendencies do more harm than good for you and may even cause your productivity to lessen. Remain realistic and know that you don’t have to be a perfectionist in order to be productive.
Being productive isn’t a trait that is learned overnight, but by being consistent and actively implementing these 10 productivity hacks into your daily routine, you will allow yourself to build up your productivity over time! Keep shining Yummygirl✨
