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Published:
March 21, 2016

Productivity For Dummies

Overview

Take your productivity to the next level and make the most of your time!

Do you have too much to do and not enough time to do it? Don't we all! Productivity For Dummies shows you how to overcome this common problem by tackling key issues that are preventing you from remaining focused and making the most of your time. This insightful text gets to the root of the problem, and shows you how to identify and analyse the items on your to-do list to deliver on deadlines and maximise your schedule. Numerous techniques and technologies have been developed to address productivity needs, and this resource shows you which will work for your situation.

Productivity is crucial to your success - whether you want to find a new job, earn a promotion you've had your eye on, or generally progress

in your career, understanding how to improve your productivity is essential in increasing the value you bring to your organisation. At the very least, increased productivity means that you get things done faster—which translates into fewer overtime hours and more time concentrating on the things that are most important to you.

  • Eliminate procrastination and laziness from your daily routine
  • Organise your work environment to create a space conducive to productivity
  • Increase your concentration and stay focused on the task at hand
  • Make decisions quickly, and stay cool, calm, and collected no matter what the situation is

Productivity For Dummies helps you solve the age-old problem of having too much to do and not enough time to do it.

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About The Author

Ciara Conlon is a productivity coach, keynote speaker and author. She helps organisations get better results by establishing space for more creativity and innovation. She helps people get better results by adopting effective habits and focusing on the right stuff at the right time.

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Wouldn’t it be nice to boost your productivity and performance at work without having to put in extra hours or break your back in the meantime? Being effective at what you do takes a little bit of planning, some basic tools, and a lot of positivity.Boosting performance at workIf you want to be productive and boost your performance at work, take a look at these three simple things below that you can focus on.

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Taking control of your time, attention and habits can be made easier by trying out some of these cool apps. While they may not all be specifically designed with productivity in mind, using them will help you to get organised, exercise more for energy and meditate for greater focus and concentration. Evernote: Remember everything with Evernote, a note-capture app that you can also use as a task manager.
It’s difficult to work productively if your workspace is cluttered and disorganised. Take some time to get organised and you will be better able to focus and get things done. Follow the steps below to a clutter free well arranged workspace. Do an office purge. The best place to start is with the big clean up. If you have a disorganized office, you may want to take a Saturday morning to tackle it.
Keeping control of the daily routines at home can make a big difference to the quality of your life. Spending a little time each week planning the week ahead can go a long way to help you live in a more organised and relaxed environment. Following are some tips to get you started. Have a place for everything. Clutter and mess are created when you don’t know where to put something.
If you want to be productive and boost your performance at work, take a look at these three simple things below that you can focus on. Paying attention to these three areas will have a big impact on your effectiveness in the workplace Focus on the goals. Many people at work have trouble with prioritization. But the solution is pretty simple: Be clear about your goals, and your priorities will be evident.
You may think that the daily habits for powerful productivity are all about scheduling and to-do lists. You may be surprised to know that some of the things that will have the biggest impact on your performance and productivity are the things you do outside the office! Exercise: Exercises gives you energy, improves your mood, and helps you to focus.
Music is a wonderful addition to life and can help you be more productive. It can lift your spirit, comfort you when you feel blue and even help you to focus and get more done. Following are three areas to consider when deciding to use music to help you to focus. The type of music The type of music that assists focus depends on the job at hand.
Wouldn’t it be nice to boost your productivity and performance at work without having to put in extra hours or break your back in the meantime? Being effective at what you do takes a little bit of planning, some basic tools, and a lot of positivity.Boosting performance at workIf you want to be productive and boost your performance at work, take a look at these three simple things below that you can focus on.
If you’re serious about getting organised, you will need to invest in some basics tools for your productivity toolkit. Your productivity toolkit consists of all the things that you will use daily to keep your work space ordered, structured and clutter free. A calendar: Whether paper or electronic, you need a calendar to track your appointments and meetings and plan time for your work to do.
Ever wonder why some leaders seem to be productive and have it totally together? They are calm and collected yet assertive and confident. They make problem-solving seem effortless and always have time for everyone. The most productive and effective leaders have a number of habits that help them to be their best everyday.
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