Have you ever wanted to get something done but you can't seem to finish? Maybe you just have a lack of motivation, or maybe distractions are getting the better of you. If you need to buckle down and get something done, a good work environment, strong focus, and dedication are key.
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If you lose sight of why you're working so hard, look back at your to-do list. Try to refocus on your motivation or why you're completing a task or job. If needed, taking a few moments to re-adjust your mindset like this will help you stay on task.
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Reward yourself for a job well done. Give yourself the rewards you had promised yourself. Be honest with yourself - if you do not complete the task, do not reward yourself. [11] X Research source
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- Healthy eating also boosts productivity. [12] X Trustworthy Source Harvard Business Review Online and print journal covering topics related to business management practices Go to sourceThanks
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- Plan your day, but be flexible.Thanks
Warnings
- If you don't complete something and you don't get the reward and you say to yourself "This is what I get for not getting this done." Don't feel ashamed of yourself.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/how-organize-your-life-10-habits-really-organized-people.html
- ↑ https://www.forbes.com/sites/houzz/2016/01/01/11-clever-ways-to-organize-your-stuff/#6812a1e12803
- ↑ https://greatist.com/happiness/make-a-to-do-list-get-shit-done
- ↑ https://www.forbes.com/sites/ilyapozin/2013/08/14/9-habits-of-productive-people/#194430e52d3f
- ↑ https://www.tcpi.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Psychological-Impact-of-Light-and-Color.pdf
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/education/2016/aug/20/does-music-really-help-you-concentrate
- ↑ https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianthompson1/2018/12/16/three-simple-steps-you-can-take-to-get-things-done-in-2019/#6488c2776298
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-wide-wide-world-psychology/201704/why-and-how-you-should-take-breaks-work
- ↑ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/290814.php
About This Article
If you want to get things done, make a list of everything you need to do. From here, you should prioritize the tasks and highlight any specific deadlines that you'll need to keep in mind. To find the motivation to begin, make sure to optimize your work environment by letting in light and fresh air. You may also want to let other people know when you'll be finished, so the accountability puts a little more pressure on you to get started and keep going. Then, remove any final distractions, such as your phone or social media, and begin working on one task at a time. Every hour, take an 8 to 10-minute break where you stretch a little bit, which will help you return to your work with more focus. For more tips, like how to implement a reward system to help you get things done, scroll down!