02 Jul 10 tips for being more productive
It’s fair to say that being productive is quite the trend these days. Who wouldn’t want to accomplish more in less time? However, trying to be more productive can sometimes have the opposite effect. The pillar of productivity lies in planning and organisation, more than in hard work.
Coworking spaces are designed specifically to boost productivity and creativity. Fusion Cowork, for example, is a space tailored to provide workdays with less worries and more focus. Here, we all share the same goal: to be productive during our workday. 💪
Today, we bring you 10 tips on how to be more productive:
1️⃣ Avoid multitasking ❌
When we realise how many things we have to do, the tendency is to try to tackle everything at once. The concept of multitasking isn’t unreasonable, but often when we try to give our attention to several tasks at the same time, none of them ends up having our full dedication, which can compromise the final result. Focus on one task at a time!
2️⃣ Set tasks and use organisational tools 📝
Try to organise your time as much as possible and set different goals and tasks according to their priority. In our digital era, many have moved away from traditional organisational methods like calendars, planners, notepads and sticky notes. As a result, digital platforms have emerged over the last few years with the aim of helping people to be more organised, plan their goals and manage their time.
Companies haven’t not been left behind and many use these platforms to manage their work and their team. Some examples of these platforms are Trello, Google Calendar, Asana, ClickUp, Jira, Quire, WunderList and many more. Do some research and see which on best suits your working method!
3️⃣ Identify your most productive period ⏳
We’re all different, and as such, we’re not all productive at the same time of day. Although traditional working hours are still very common, forcing us to be productive and carry out our tasks at the stipulated time, more companies are opting for flexible schedules. One of Fusion Cowork’s advantage is precisely this flexibility, allowing you to use the space when it makes the most sense for you. Our private rooms are also a great option for when you need a more isolated space for concentrated work.
4️⃣ Don’t procrastinate ⛔
Avoid leaving tasks for later, prioritise them, set a time for them and try your best to stick to it. You can even start with the tasks you know will cost you the most. But never leave everything to the last few hours of work. You’ll feel overwhelmed and it could affect the quality of the final result.
5️⃣ Eliminate distractions 🔇
It’s important that you try to identify your sources of distraction and eliminate them in any way possible. Focus is the key word if you want to complete your tasks on time. Social media, for example, can be a major source of distraction. But little things like keeping your workplace clean, organised and with everything you need at hand will also make your working day much easier, without worries and distractions.
6️⃣ Take care of yourself ❤️🩹
It may seem irrelevant to the topic, but it’s actually the most important thing. As we’ve all heard: “healthy body, healthy mind”, and to be more productive we need to feel good. Sleep well, eat balanced meals and drink plenty of water. These are just a few tips that will make a difference to your working day. You’ll feel better physically and, consequently, mentally. Fusion has a dedicated and equipped kitchen area where you can eat your meals, with free water and tea to keep you hydrated throughout the day.
7️⃣ Take regular and short breaks 🌲
As already mentioned, we’ll never be able to maintain the same level of concentration throughout the day. When this happens, forcing yourself is never the solution. Take regular and short breaks, whenever you feel the need. Drink water, get some fresh air, move your body and get back to work with the focus you need! Fusion’s lounge area, the Ria de Aveiro and Fonte Nova park, just across the road, are great places to refresh.
8️⃣ Have fun 🥳
When we have fun with our work, the day flows differently. Take advantage of the coworking space to take a few moments throughout the day to meet new people, and this doesn’t necessarily mean talking about work. Short breaks to have fun, chat and share ideas and experiences will never be a distraction to your productivity, on the contrary. Lunch and coffee breaks are great times to, once again, take advantage of the common spaces and expand your networking.
9️⃣ Don’t be a perfectionist, but be confident 😎
Perfectionism can be our worst enemy. When we demand too much of ourselves and are never satisfied with our work, we can end up frustrated. We often waste time trying to perfect something that is already perfect. The important thing is that you trust yourself and in your work. Always consider yourself the best at what you do, leaving room for error and learning. After all, that’s what will make you the best.
🔟 Discover your secret 🤫
There is no secret to productivity, but there may be your secret. Realise, among all these tips and others you’ve heard, what really works for you and your work and put it into practice. At the end of the day, you’ll realise that you’ve been productive, even if you haven’t done all the tasks you set out to do.