WHAT TO DO FIRST??
The best way to do so is by creating a simple spreadsheet separated into morning and afternoon tasks, along with ongoing work that requires continuous input over several days or weeks.
Yellow sticky notes will only confuse you by spreading out your work all over your working area. Centralize all your ideas on one standard to-do list.
Then, take into consideration any deadlines that have to be met and make a tentative order according to their complexity. For example, writing internal memos, answering e-mail, sending a fax, doing research, and what have you.
After this step is done, assign numbers for priority next to these tasks based on the amount of time and brainpower they require. This means that you should answer your e-mail and return phone calls whenever you want to take a breather. When your mind starts to wander, move on to simpler and everyday tasks. By the same token, these activities should not really be given specific time slots as they can be used to fill up your work days.
Remember to put all the "brain" work when you are fully into your work and during your most productive hours, either in the morning or in the afternoon, depending on when you work best.
Some across the board techniques, however, are also good for increasing your productivity:
Control interruptions
Keep phone calls short
Delegate as much as possible
Don't make impossible promises
Finish a task before moving on to the next
Keep your socializing at work to a minimum
Separate your work life from your personal life
The idea behind being more productive is learning to develop work strategies that allow people to get work done efficiently. This will yield better results and decrease the stress pending on your shoulders.
So make a list, take a break or snooze. Whatever works for you, do it.
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