The Power of Now- top tips to priorities for productivity in the workplace
In the fast-paced world of office work, mastering the art of prioritisation is key to maintaining productivity and achieving success. With so many tasks vying for your attention, it can make all the difference. So how best to do it?
Use a task management system
A reliable task management system can help you keep track of tasks, deadlines and priorities, particularly when your workload is shared with colleagues.
- Set clear goals
Set yourself achievable goals each day, breaking down larger goals into smaller tasks to prevent the feeling of being overwhelmed.
- The two-minute rule
Learn to identify when something can be done in less than two minutes. If it can be done within that time, do it immediately rather than adding it to your to-do list – otherwise you may forget about it.
- Take breaks
You’ll get more done at 100 per cent than you will dropping off towards the end of the work day – so take regular breaks throughout the day to recharge, avoid burnout, and stay focused and productive at work. If you’re at an office space such as Theobalds Enterprise Centre, you can enjoy a few minutes in the spacious on-site cafe.
- Time blocking
Allocate specific time slots during your day for different tasks, so you can focus on one at a time and avoid multitasking, which can hit your productivity.
- Learn to say no
Part of being a team player is making sure you hold up your end of the bargain, so don’t feel like you must take on tasks that don’t align with your priorities. If you’re busy and tasks can be handled by others, politely decline or delegate to others.
- Focus on the important
Identify the tasks that are most important to your goals or the objectives of your team, and focus on them accordingly.
- Delegate, delegate, delegate
If other people in your team can handle tasks effectively for you, delegate to them so you can free up your own time to focus on the things that require your attention or expertise.
- Use deadlines wisely
Set realistic deadlines for your tasks to create a sense of urgency where needed and accountability. But avoid overcommitting yourself and creating unnecessary stress.
- Eliminate distractions
Stay focused on the task at hand! Turn off unnecessary notifications, close unnecessary tabs and, if needed, settle boundaries with colleagues so you can get the job done.
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