The holiday season is in full swing. Parties, shopping, traveling and everything in between make it difficult to stay focused on day-to-day activities – especially work. If you find yourself losing track of deadlines and commitments, check out these tips on how you can remain productive despite the hustle and bustle of the season:
- Make to-do lists. This is a simple solution that helps you stay on task. It can be beneficial to make your lists in a 1-3-5 order: one main/large task to focus on, three medium-sized tasks, and five small tasks to complete each day. Optional: try color coding each task based on importance to make it more fun and easier to understand.
- Eliminate distractions. During those times when you feel overwhelmed with work and have a long to-do list, it can be beneficial to log out of social media apps and put your phone on “do not disturb.” You won’t constantly check your phone for messages or notifications.
- Set goals for yourself. Even if the goals are small, you’ll feel a sense of achievement when you complete them. Tackle the most pressing projects or tasks first, then move on to smaller projects. This simple trick helps you better manage your time instead of bouncing between tasks without focus.
Do you have productivity tips for smooth sailing through the rest of the year and into 2019? Comment below.
