Productivity is a big deal for anyone in this day and age. Whether we’re just starting out or we want to grow our companies, time management is crucial. I’m going to give you some tips on how to increase your productivity and save time while working on your business.


Step One: Set Goals, Decide What You Want and Decide To Do

There are two types of goals: short term and long term. We all have goals, whether they be physical or financial, but we rarely follow through on them.

If you want to get fit in the next month or two, set up a workout plan. If you want to lose weight, decide on the number of pounds you want to lose. It might sound easy, but if you’re not specific, you’re less likely to achieve your goal.

Once you’ve figured out what you want, decide what you’re going to do. You don’t need to be very detailed. Just write down what actions you need to take and what you’re going to do before you start.

Deciding what you want to achieve is just as important as setting goals. It gives you the focus you need to stay on track.

When deciding what you’re going to do, you don’t have to be very strict. If something comes up, you can always adjust your plan. That’s not a bad thing, you just need to be flexible so you don’t get distracted.

Step Two: Determine Which Tools Can Help

This is where most people start being lazy and procrastinate. We don’t want to waste time, but we don’t want to spend money either.

Fortunately, there are ways to keep costs low and help you get more done. The first way is to use online tools. Most companies provide this for free. There are also a few apps you can download.

If you’re not using any of these tools, you’re missing out.

The second way is to find a good tool to manage your time. A simple timer app will help you plan everything out. If you have a task that requires a lot of time, like social media, put a red dot on it. Then, mark the rest of your tasks green when you’ve completed them.

It might sound complicated, but it really isn’t. By just making a few small changes, you can boost your productivity.

Step Three: Create An Accountability Partner

There’s nothing worse than trying to change your habits, but having someone to tell you when you fail is the key to staying on track.

We all know that we’re much more likely to be successful if we’re surrounded by positive people. Instead of having friends that drag you down, you want to have people that are there to push you to be the best version of yourself.