It's all good and well saying that you're going to work on your business, but if you don't actively get down to work, then can you really say that you're making progress?
Not in my book. It's always worth remembering that it's not the number of hours at the office or at your home office that count, but the number of hours that you work that counts.
Of course, productivity is something that many people struggle with; it is the great battle of working life. While it's true that we'll never hit 100% productivity, there are things we can do to push it in the right direction.
It's all about optimizing your working day. In this blog, I'm going to take a look at a few key details for getting the most of your time at the office or at your home office today.
While it's true that we'll never hit 100% productivity, there are things we can do to push it in the right direction. #productivity Click To TweetStart the Day Well to Optimize Your Working Day
One common issue people have is that they arrive at the office still a little sleepy, or at least not quite ready to tackle the day. Sometimes, it can feel like half the morning has already disappeared before you're in the groove of working.
Fortunately, there's an easy way to get around this: start the day right. There are things you can do that'll jolt your body and mind into action.
For example, if you get a full night of sleep under your belt, go for a morning jog, take a cold shower, and then eat a nutritious breakfast, then you'll be ready to hit the ground running when you sit down to work.
There's sometimes (or always...) the temptation to just lie in bed until as late as possible, but there's a lot of value in going through the routine we've just outlined. You'll be buzzing with energy, and be feeling great, too.
Fortunately, there's an easy way to get around this: start the day right. There are things you can do that'll jolt your body and mind into action. #InspireToThrive Click To TweetPriority Tasks
As a business owner, you'll likely have a million and one things on your 'to do' list. But it's important to keep in mind that not all tasks will be of equal importance. There'll be tasks that have a bigger impact on the overall success of your company than others.
If you want to optimize your working day, then make sure it's these tasks that are getting your attention throughout the day.
Now, if you focus on the one or two most important tasks first, then come the afternoon, you'll already have had a productive day. That's why I love writing a good old fashion to-do list.
When Do You Work Best?
Now, if you focus on the one or two most important tasks first, then come the afternoon, you'll already have had a productive day. #InspireToThrive Click To TweetHowever, though it's possible to have an excellent morning and hit the ground running, for some people, it might just be a fact of life that morning time is not their most productive period. One of the good things about running your own company is that you don't necessarily need to follow the traditional working day.
Unless you're working closely with other companies, then your schedule will be a little more open than just the typical 9 - 5 days. So it's worthwhile considering the period that you work best. It could be the morning, or it could be mid-afternoon.
Whatever it is, make sure you're working on the most difficult tasks during those hours. It's all about figuring out what works best for you!
If you follow me on social media you will know that morning is my favorite time of the day to work 🙂
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You'll have a finite amount of energy and skills. To do your best for your company, you should ensure that you're spending your time and energy on the tasks that you know you can do well.
You shouldn't be spending any considerable amount of time on tasks that you A. don't understand, or B. don't push your company forward in a direct way. I've been there and done that!
For those jobs, look at outsourcing the tasks to other companies.
There are companies that offer IT support services, which will ensure that the digital side of your business is always up and running. You can also outsource things like your digital marketing, payroll, and accounting.
You'll be amazed at how much time you gain just by handing these jobs over to others to handle.
Avoiding Distractions to Optimize Your Working Day and Your Business
While you can go to great lengths to have a productive day, it's always important to be aware of the distractions that may throw you off your game. There may be things that cause you to lose 30 minutes or more, and wouldn't it be great to get that time back? You bet.
You shouldn't be spending any considerable amount of time on tasks that you A. don't understand, or B. don't push your company forward in a direct way. Click To TweetIt could be that you spend too long getting coffee, scrolling through your phone, or waiting on others. Awareness of your time-wasting actions is the first step; the second step is to actively work on putting them behind you for good.
All it requires is a little discipline.
What are you doing to optimize your working day today? I'd love to know more in the comments below.
