5 Proven Ways to Improve Productivity
Most people think that productivity is a work-related issue, but it is far too deep than that. A clear mind and a healthy body is the starting point of being proactive. But there are times when one feels weak and tired or plainly lazy to fulfil the basic activities. This is the time when one needs to put in that extra effort to get back on track. We’ve found five proven methods to help you get productive again.
Surround yourself with happy, positive people
The most underrated way to get your productivity back on track is by surrounding yourself with happy, positive people. This can be difficult if negative people surround you and they are always complaining or being judgmental of the things you do, say or act. To have a productive work environment, it’s crucial that you surround yourself with people who inspire you, make you feel good about yourself, and are not self-centered or harmful in any way, shape, or form.
You may have heard this before: “It’s all about your attitude.” We know what we like to hear ourselves say because we’ve listened to it all our lives (and probably said it too). But there are few things more authentic than this. Your attitude determines how much stress gets into your system, and even how well successful projects go over.
Practice mindfulness to get rid of the mental clutter
Mindfulness is the condition of being in the moment. It is about being aware of what is happening around you without judgement or reaction.
In other words, sitting still and closing your eyes are not the only forms of mindfulness. It is also about being present with what is happening around you at any given moment—the way a runner can hear their footsteps on the track as they run past people who may be walking outside but not listening to them; how a parent can look over at their child playing quietly while still keeping tabs on their meal preparation or potty-training needs; how someone could efficiently respond “Hi!” when someone walks into their office without even looking up from work yet!
Practicing mindfulness means having an open awareness that allows us to see things as they truly are instead of filtered through our own lens or expectations (such as thinking we need more time). This allows us greater insight into ourselves and others – which makes relationships stronger because there aren’t any barriers between people anymore.
Take time to stretch and exercise
You can stretch at work or take some time to stretch before you leave for the day. It is vital to ensure you are stretching your muscles because it will help prevent any injury and improve overall well being.
Stretching in bed before going to sleep is a great way to get some extra energy when it comes to sleeping at night. But also ensure that your body is adequately prepared for the next day.
Visualize success and plan a way to reach it
A visualization is a powerful tool. You can simply visualize your goals and make the most out of your time. It also helps to keep you focused and relaxed at night to sleep better. It keeps you active during the day by reducing stress and anxiety while improving productivity. A great way to have a clear vision is to jot down what you want to achieve and then elaborate on the points. Also, mention practical ways to make your vision a reality.
You are in control of your energy
The only thing that you can change is yourself. You may not control the situations around you, but you can control how you react to them and how you get through situations without dropping your productivity levels. This means that if someone else is making an unhelpful comment or behaving in an unhelpful way towards you, then it is up to you to choose to allow how much energy (or focus) goes into getting through the situation during the day.