http://www.zenproblog.com/2008/productive-clarity/ Peace of Mind for the Modern Professional Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:05:34 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 http://www.zenproblog.com/2008/productive-clarity/#comment-146 Stamford Talk Tue, 29 Jan 2008 18:53:46 +0000 http://www.zenproblog.com/2008/productive-clarity/#comment-146 There is so much to say about productive streaks, but I'll keep it focused: The fact that so many variables went into your productivity shows how hard it is when working alone. That's why another key to productivity is not being too hard on yourself! Your list also shows that PREPARING to work is as important as working, whether it's making sure chores are done or getting an organized to do list. I noticed last week that after spending 30 minutes getting organized, I worked much more quickly when I finally started, and I was calm, because I knew I had a direction. 30 minutes write, 30 minutes website, 30 min. freelance, etc.! I may have even survived that day without a nap. There is so much to say about productive streaks, but I’ll keep it focused: The fact that so many variables went into your productivity shows how hard it is when working alone. That’s why another key to productivity is not being too hard on yourself!
Your list also shows that PREPARING to work is as important as working, whether it’s making sure chores are done or getting an organized to do list. I noticed last week that after spending 30 minutes getting organized, I worked much more quickly when I finally started, and I was calm, because I knew I had a direction. 30 minutes write, 30 minutes website, 30 min. freelance, etc.!
I may have even survived that day without a nap.

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