How to be productive at work

The Anxiety Version Eisenhower Matrix by Liz Fossilien made me laugh. 🙃

Ever find yourself spending hours on tasks that aren’t even urgent? (Guilty! 👋) I remember diving deep into research for something I already knew—like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)—only to realize I could have finished an hour earlier. Then panic hits because I’m close to important deadlines.

Here are some classic and useful productivity hacks to avoid that spiral:

📌 Eisenhower Matrix - Prioritize with purpose.

📌 Pareto Principle - Focus on the 20% that yields 80% of results.

📌 Agile Methods - Quick check-ins, reviews, and retros.

📌 ALPEN Day Planning - Outline your day in detail.

📌 GTD Method - Capture, clarify, and act.

📌 Pomodoro Technique - Work in focused bursts.

📌 Time Blocking - Divide your day into segments dedicated to specific tasks.

📌 Eat That Frog - Tackle the most challenging or unpleasant task first thing in the morning.

And remember: More important than just setting goals is building structures and systems. It’s a lot less frustrating in the long run. 😊

Contact me to learn more about how you can be more productive and manage your work to be efficient and happy.

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