S.M.A.R.T goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. The Night Before: Set S.M.A.R.T. goals for the next day - write them down!
The Night Before: Before bed, list your tasks for the next day and categorize them into four quadrants.
The Night Before: Reflect on when you feel most energetic and alert. Plan to tackle your most challenging tasks during these times.
The Morning of: Start your day by quickly clearing out small tasks. If a task takes less than two minutes. The typical employee is only productive for 60% of the day across all professions.
The Morning of: Schedule blocks of time for different tasks (e.g., emails, meetings, creative work) in your calendar, dedicating specific hours to focus on each task type.
Throughout the Day: Organize similar tasks, such as replying to emails or scheduling meetings, into batches and tackle them in designated time blocks.
Throughout the Day: Set a timer for 25 minutes and work with full focus, then take a 5-minute break. Repeat this cycle throughout the day to maintain high levels of productivity.
Throughout the Day: Set up a Kanban board with columns for "To Do," "In Progress," and "Done" to visualize and manage your workflow.
End of Day Review: Spend the last 15 minutes of your workday: • Reviewing what you've accomplished Updating your task lists Setting priorities for the following day.
End of Day Review: At the end of each day, jot down what you accomplished, what challenges you faced, and how you can improve. Use this reflection to plan for the next day.