Activity doesn't equal accomplishments. The fact that you were busy all day doesn't necessary mean you'll be productive as effectiveness doesn't necessary produce efficiency.
According to the Pareto principle, 20% of your activities
produce 80% of your results. To get the most of your time, it is
imperative for you to identify those 20% that contribute the
most value and do at least twice as many of them. Here is
how you can do this.
- Write down a list of tasks you intend to accomplish during
the day. Be absolutely clear about this and please, do not bite
more than you can chew. - Allot time durations to these tasks
- Create a mental overview of your day. See yourself through
your mind's eyes accomplishing all the tasks you've written
down. - Begin with the toughest task and stick with it till it's done.
- Let go of every distraction. If possible, step out of your
immediate environment or comfort zone to a place where you
can maintain focus until the tasks are done. - Double up on the times devoted on those tasks that produce
the greatest results in your life.
Success in life is basically a completion of tasks. The more
important tasks you complete, the closer you are to the
success you desire.
Decide today to be a more productive, result oriented person
who's reputable for his productivity. Don't be busy doing
nothing productive.
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