Life at work is hectic. There is so much happening there—new projects, client meetings, internal discussions, etc. It’s good to be busy. It’s also essential for you to be productive at all times. However, there are times when you do encounter some sort of a ‘block’ at work. Even though everyone encounters such a block, this kind of break from work at work can lead to delay in completing tasks and put you on the wrong page with your co-workers or manager.
So how can you ensure being productive at work every day? Read on:
1) Take Small Breaks Frequently
You may feel that working for four straight hours without leaving the chair is going to help you achieve more. You’re wrong. It won’t. Your productivity levels go down and your focus becomes blurred if proper breaks—no matter how small—are not taken frequently throughout your entire day at the office.
2. Turn off Your Mobile Phone
Mobile phones are a nuisance. When you’re at work, you have to make sure you don’t constantly look at your phone for new messages or take calls that aren’t related to work. Switch off the mobile internet or the phone itself. Do whatever it takes to minimize ‘wasting time’ on your phone!
3. Focus on One Task at a Time
There are way too many things to accomplish at work. In fact, no matter how many hours you put in, your work is never going to come to an end. The best way to finish a task on time is to give your undivided attention to it. Handling multiple projects simultaneously has its perks but not if you can’t concentrate on any of them properly.
4. Make a Daily Schedule
The first thing you should do when you get to work is to list all of the things you have to complete before the day ends. Trust me, it helps. Plan your day better. Don’t waste a second sitting idle. Even if you are taking a break, make sure you are actually re-energizing yourself so your work doesn’t suffer!
So what steps do you take to be productive at work? Drop your comments below.
Asavari Sharma
Asavari is a copywriter and marketer specializing in content creation, social media, and inbound marketing for multiple industries such as outsourcing/offshoring, eCommerce, SaaS, CX, and finance. She currently heads the content division at Think Little Big, a UK-based marketing agency, where she writes content for corporate blogs, landing pages, email newsletters, guides and eBooks, and microcopy for social media. As of today, she has bylines in MarketingProfs, E27.co, Thrive Global, SmallBizDaily, The Times Group, and The Indian Express, among others, and has helped 72+ businesses boost their online visibility with the power of content.
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