Early Twentieth Century mass production taught us to work smarter rather than harder.  In other words, it is good to be efficient which should result in more and better productivity.  Here are some ideas in that regard.

Task List

A to-do list will provide structure and let you prioritize as necessary.  With mobile phone apps, lists are easier to organize and eliminate when complete.  It also allows you to share with others to let them know your availability or focus.

Education

Studies show that successful individuals never stop the learning process.  Today we have access to learning management systems (LMS) to provide training opportunities for you and your employees.   Using the right LMS platform for your company can measure progress as well as performance and be a valuable tool.

Self Care

Physical, mental and emotional health is important for everyone from the entrepreneur to the janitor.  In order to be at your most productive, you need to maintain good habits that provide the energy necessary to navigate the days, weeks, months and years. 

•      Healthy eating – A balanced diet to maintain physical energy.

•      Sleep – The optimal amount of sleep maintains a good mood and ability to focus.

•      Exercise – Consistent and appropriate exercise will help with energy and alertness.

Take breaks.  During the workday it gives you the opportunity to refocus.  When you are feeling unproductive, take a break (but avoid social media).  It is also important to take blocks of time to recharge.  Take a vacation or at least a day trip.  See something new and think about something else.  You will find it makes a significant difference.

Purpose

Remind yourself why you started this venture in the first place.  If it is customer focused, show how you make their lives better or how you employ a workforce that can support their families and improve their status.  If the original goals are no longer applicable or appropriate, re-brand yourself or find a new purpose. 

Technology

Use technology to your advantage.  Find phone apps that you can utilize to make yourself feel better, like meditation apps or MyFitnessPal.  Slack is software that helps improve communication, one of the key elements to a successful enterprise. 

Say No

Learn to say no.  This can be one of the most difficult lessons to learn.  The brain really cannot process more than one thing at a time, so multitasking means you will not give full attention to one thing or the other.  Give priority to people rather than things or tasks.  Developing and maintaining good relationships is important.  Practice kindness to yourself and to others.

Optimize

Find the best time that you are productive and make the most of it.  If you work best in the morning, maximize your schedule accordingly.  A task that will take five minutes when you are at your best will take ten times longer when you are in a slump.

No two individuals are alike.  These are some ideas that you can put into practice or find your own combination that makes you a more productive entrepreneur and person.

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