5 Small Ways To Improve Your Work Productivity

Productivity comes and goes. Some days you feel like you’re on fire, getting everything done on time, on others you feel like a completely different story. The pandemic has made many of us feel like we cannot escape the unproductive days, which makes it very easy to get stuck in this rut.

While you should always treat yourself with some compassion, it is possible to get out of these rut by making some changes. Big changes like buying new desks and rearranging your work schedule can work, but small and consistent changes can add up and make a difference.

Here are 5 little things you can do to improve your work productivity:

Know what works and what doesn’t in your work environment

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If you want to know what is wrong with your work ethic, write down a list of your routines each day. When you have a particularly productive day, write down what you did that day, whether you worked on the couch or used another chair. These little patterns can help you find a better work routine and avoid certain situations that may not be your most productive.

Start by completing a task

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The oldest trick in the book is to get one thing done and then take care of the rest. Usually the first task is the hardest, and once you’ve cleared that hurdle, you feel like you’ve accomplished more. Make a to-do list and slowly go through the items on your list or write down all of your plans on a calendar. These little activities can help you get out of your crisis and feel more productive.

Clean your desk

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Desks are one of the most easily messy items in a household, especially if you work from home. If you find yourself hesitating, get it organized. Clean and dispose of all of your coffee mugs, organize your pens, stow away extra notebooks, and so on. Changing the position of your desk can also work, revitalizing your workspace, and perhaps giving you a better overview.

Clean your email

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Another simple and pointless task that you can do is clean up your email. Organize them according to their purpose and delete all junk. Logging off websites you don’t visit and business deals that don’t interest you is also a good use of your time, giving you something to do and a feeling of being all right with your life. You have to start somewhere.