If you’re struggling to find enough time in the day for the list of things you have planned, then you might need to master time management skills to boost your productivity. Successful women tend to have multiple time management habits to support them with getting things done.
We have listed some here:
Organize for productivity
Focus on ONE thing at a time! This will prevent you from becoming overwhelmed with your priority list. If you have a to-do list of 20 things to get done in a day, narrow it down to six priorities and don’t move onto the next one until you’ve completed the first. This will help you to be more productive and feel more accomplished!
Plan Ahead
This can be easier said than done because sometimes, life gets in the way. But, if you take just a few minutes during the day to plan for the next one, you can boost your productivity. Once this is done, you can then take some time (on another day) to plan for the following week. If you work by doing whatever comes to your head and ‘winging it,’ you might forget to do something important!
Wake Up Earlier
Slowly introduce yourself to waking up earlier; you will have more time in the day to let your productivity flow. Waking up later in the day doesn’t just limit your time, but it can make you feel groggy due to having too much sleep. If you can plan some quiet time in the morning to get the jobs done before the kids wake up, that is a bonus.
Use A Timer
We all need a break sometimes. Whether you decide to step away from your work to make yourself a coffee, or you spend it scrolling through social media. Set a timer for 10-15 minutes which will bring you back to reality.
A break is known to make you feel more motivated, and help you boost your productivity, so ensure that you allow yourself that time – remember not to have too much of it. Don’t forget to set a timer for the amount of time you’re working, too. 1-2 hours work with a 10-15 minute break in between is perfect.
Discipline Helps You Achieve Your Goals
It isn’t enjoyable, but it’s true. It’s simply a self booster that motivates you. Such as training your body to wake up earlier and setting timers for breaks; your mind needs discipline. It will help you to reach goals quicker and keep you on track. You will eventually feel unstoppable and as if you can conquer anything thrown your way. It’s great to take an extra 20-minute break, but this time could be detrimental to what you need to do next.
Productive Relaxation
What is productive relaxation for you? Some may argue a glass of wine or a TV drama. Others would state shutting your mind off without stimuli and sitting in a quiet room or taking a walk in nature. Decide what makes you most refreshed and vibrant. The more energized and more productive you are, you will most likely lead you to work smarter too.
To achieve your goals, you need to consider different things regarding what you’re doing that stops you. Having good time management skills plays a huge factor in how you boost your productivity and motivation throughout each day. Try and implement these simple small changes to your day, and you will likely start to see some free time to pursue your goals.