How to Work Little but Effectively: Expert Advice

27.09.2024 19:10

It’s unlikely that anyone would refuse the opportunity to do everything, and even set aside time for something interesting.

It is important not only to do the job quickly, but also to do it well. Otherwise, you will have to correct a lot of mistakes later.

No multitasking. Even the computer performs tasks in order. You may find the ability to do several things at once attractive.

But in reality, this creates additional inconvenience and affects the quality of work.

It's better to take on one task and see it through to completion, and only then move on to the next one.

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Make realistic plans. Have one or two challenging projects on your list. Also include easy tasks.

When you can see results in a short period of time, your productivity will increase significantly.

To avoid wasting time, study time management. It will help you to properly allocate time and not waste precious minutes.

You shouldn't take on other people's responsibilities, especially if you understand that you are not ready to fulfill them. For example, you do not have the necessary resources. And these should include not only material things.

You may not have enough time or patience to complete a certain task.

If you understand that they are trying to assign you a task that will either simply tire you out, or will take you away in an ambulance, or will make you really depressed, then it is better to make every effort to avoid such assignments.

It is important to be able to delegate tasks that are too complex and extensive.

Most likely, there will be people among your employees who will cope with such a task more willingly and quickly.

So if your boss allows you to swap assignments with your colleagues, consider yourself lucky.

Some rituals and habits help you get into the working mood. Come up with some rules.

For example, after completing a difficult task, you can brew yourself a cup of aromatic coffee, go outside, etc. Try not to sit on social networks, they only kill your time.

Earlier I talked about why management doesn’t notice the most responsible employees.

Vitaly Kisterny Author: Vitaly Kisterny Editor-in-Chief