Ever had that moment where you turn to look at the time and realized that the workday had ended? Even with technology to assist us in our many daily tasks, we are still less effective than we hope to be. Instead of clocking in more work hours, it makes sense to spend a little more time thinking about how to work smarter instead.
If you’re ready to find out how to increase your work productivity, just continue reading our suggestions below:
Delegating Tasks
When done properly, there really is no downside to delegating tasks. First of all, you can start to build trust among your colleagues and improve your communications along the way. Once that’s established, you’ll find that your overall work productivity increases and you’re able to focus on doing what you do best.
Take a Break
If your mind turns hazy during your working hours and you know you’re not on any medications, you’re definitely in need of some rest (or a break). Plan at least one break time during your working hours so that you can recuperate and get your thoughts in order. You’ll soon discover that a refreshed and alert mind is essential in improving your work performance.
Exercise Can Help
Some of us exercise before or after work, but have you ever thought about taking some time out from your work to get your adrenaline pumping? In fact, studies have shown a positive link between exercise and increased work productivity. You might not have access to a gym at your workplace, but you can still take a break and just walk around for a couple of minutes or even find a more secluded spot to do a few rounds of simple exercises instead.
Avoid Unnecessary Interruptions
Interruptions can seem pretty innocuous, but when you’re rushing to meet a deadline, it can actually be disruptive to our workflow. Imagine a colleague popping by to chat for a couple of minutes. Even if you get back to work immediately after that, you’ll find that you actually need some time to reorganize your thought processes again. Whenever possible, you should definitely try to minimize the possibility of distractions to increases your efficacy at work.
Quit Multitasking
It might seem like a dream to be able to multitask effectively, but the truth of the matter is that multitasking is simply not for everyone. In fact, if you’ve tried multitasking and ended up with reduced productivity and less time on your hands, you should be trying something else. If you’re currently in that situation, you can plan to finish your activities one at a time so that your attention is fully focused and alert throughout the day.
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Also published on Medium.