Sometimes, I forget that the point of being more productive at work is to have more free time for the activities I value the most. I am glad today was not one of those times! I was able to go see my daughter, Ella, share her knowledge on Utah’s history in her elementary school program—all … Continue reading “Why being more productive is so important to me”
Tag: Productivity
How much are interruptions costing you each month?
Those little interruptions throughout your day seem insignificant, but are they? You’ll be shocked at how much it all adds up! A study by Basex Research showed that an average worker loses twenty-eight percent of their workday due to interruptions! That adds up to a WEEK every single month. One easy solution that you can … Continue reading “How much are interruptions costing you each month?”
How taking a break is a “need” for better productivity
Do you use phrases like “I deserve a break” in your day? If so, you’re stuck in the “Wish” culture and it’s time to switch gears. Just like water, we don’t “deserve” breaks, we NEED breaks! Without them, we burn out and our productivity dries up like our throats would without a drink. If fun … Continue reading “How taking a break is a “need” for better productivity”
Why having a system can tame your chaos
When it comes to time management and organization, I’m the polar opposite of being a natural at it! I’ve said it many times before, but I’ll say it again…I’m off the charts ADHD. I know what it feels like to fight against the natural tendency of chaos every day. It’s why I get so excited … Continue reading “Why having a system can tame your chaos”
How to improve your work-life balance
As a society, we’ve trained ourselves to believe that achieving a healthy work-life balance is next to impossible. I’m here to tell you, that’s just not true! Set clear work hour boundaries, commit to using your calendar as a time budgeting tool, and learn to overestimate how long a task will take to complete. These … Continue reading “How to improve your work-life balance”