2015 has arrived and with that comes the opportunity for improvement. Whole most people have a list of personal areas in their life that they want to change, some entrepreneurs have a list of items they want to improve in their business. No matter what their list may entail, they can get more of it done if they’re productive. That’s why Ocean Media Solutions has created a concise list of productivity tips that will help entrepreneurs that want to turn a new leaf this year.
Today Starts Yesterday
Planning and productivity go hand and hand. Entrepreneurs can increase their productivity simply by planning their day out the day before. In fact, every hour should be accounted for and that includes personal time. “It’s hard to be productive if you don’t have a plan. That’s why I recommend planning your day out at least one day in advance. This will help you understand how you’re using your time and in turn will help you use it more effectively. Once you see how effective this is, you’ll start planning out your entire week in advance. I personally know people who plan out every day of their year out. One of the keys to productivity is time management and starting the day with a solid plan will keep you from getting distracted.”, says Glen Fetzner of Ocean Media Solutions. Now, the day can be planned out on a paper planner or electronically on the computer. Google calendar is a nice option for the tech savvy entrepreneur. What’s more important is the planning gets done, so people should use the planner that they’ll commit to using, whether it’s paper or otherwise.
Early to Rise
It’s easier to have a productive day when the day is started early. That’s why getting up with plenty of time to get the day started right should be a resolution everyone takes on in 2015. “It’s been my experience that getting up late leaves me with no time to do what I need to do in the morning. This creates stress, because I feel like I’m behind schedule all day long. That’s the opposite mood you need to be in if you want to be productive. If you plan out your day with an early start, you’ll be payed back with with increased focus, productivity, and creativity.”, says Fetzner. Getting up early is a sure fire way to make the most of the morning which is great for those people who want to start their work day with a smile. They are free to totally focus on their task, because they spent their morning taking care of personal matters.
Give Yourself a Break
“You know what isn’t true productivity? Working all day, non-stop, without a break. At first, it may seem like a good idea, because you’ll get a lot done for a few days. The thing is that kind of work model just isn’t made to last, because you’ll burn out, often sooner than later. When you work like that you use up your energy by the afternoon and then then you don’t work well for the rest of day because you’re tired. If you want to get the most done, you need need to get the most done with your time. The only way to do that is replenish your energy throughout the day.”, says Fetzner. While this may seem counterintuitive to some entrepreneurs, it’s important to take breaks throughout the day. This will allow them time to refresh themselves and keep their mind clear. This in turn will create a more productive atmosphere.
This recipe for productivity can really be summarized in one simple to follow step: plan out a day where you wake up early and take short breaks when you need them the day before. It’s so simple in fact, that anyone can follow it.