If you’ve been struggling to be productive while working from home, you’re not alone. As a mom and a PhD student, I have to be a self-starter and be productive no matter what’s going on in my house. So, I’m sharing 7 of my best productivity tips to help you navigate working from home. If you have children who make it more difficult for you to focus, if you struggle with procrastination and have a hard time avoiding Netflix and Instagram when you need to be working, this episode is for you.
The Conversation
- Manage your mind. (6:22)
- Break down tasks to their smallest form, and just start somewhere. (9:28)
- Use the Pomodoro Technique, and build breaks into your day. (10:49)
- Make use of a variety of spaces that are available to you. (13:03)
- Listen to instrumentals. (15:20)
- Multitask when you can, but beware of splitting your attention for certain tasks. (17:10)
- Be aware of how you procrastinate, and plan ahead. (19:04)
Introspection
Vulnerability makes us human. Reach out to a friend if you’re struggling. Express gratitude for someone in your life who means a lot to you. You never know who needs to hear that you appreciate them. (22:29)
Resources
FREE Journal Prompts for Unproductive Days
4 Journal Prompts to Make Peace with Unproductive Days
