The Blind Man Society

Are you constantly juggling work, family and personal responsibilities?  Do you feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day?  You’re not alone.  Here are some effecitive productivity hacks to help you maximize your time and energy.

PRIORITIZE WITH THE EISENHOWER MATRIX

Sort Tasks Into Four Quadrants:

Urgent & Important (Do First)

Important but not Urgent (Schedule)

Urgent but not Important (Delegate)

Not Urgent or Important (Eliminate)

USE THE POMODORO TECHNIQUE

Work in 25 minute increments followed by a 5 minute break.  This technique helps you stay focused and avoid burnout.

SCHEDULE YOUR DAY THE NIGHT BEFORE

Plan Your Next day, Before Bed To:

Clarify your priorities

Sace time in the morning

Reduce stress

LEVERAGE TECHNOLOGY

Utilize Productivity Apps Like:

Todoist or Trello for task management

RescueTime or Toggl for time tracking

Evernote or OneNote for note taking

DECLUTTER YOUR WORKSPACE

A Cluttered Workspace Can Lead To A Cluttered Mind.  Clean And Organize Your Space To:

Reduce Distractions

Improve Focus

Boost productivity

LEARN TO SAY NO

Be mindful of taking on too much.  Learn to say no to non essential tasks that drain your time and energy.

TAKE BREAKS

Taking regular breaks can help you recharge and come back to your tasks with renewed energy and focus.

Which productivity hack resonates with you the most?  Do you have any other tips to share?  Let us know in the comment section!