Happy World Productivity Day to all the remote employees keeping businesses thriving, wherever they are! At Best.Day.Ever., we went fully remote in 2022 and have grown exponentially. Today, we’ll dive into some of our tips and tricks that have helped us to maintain productivity and cross-nation communication with ease. Use these tips as a jump-start into thinking about your own productivity and ways you can elevate your practices!
Setting the Tone for a Productive Day
Let’s start with how you begin your day. The list of inspirational sayings stating the importance of waking up early is extensive and we’ve all heard them hundreds of times throughout our careers. Can we agree there is some truth there though? The way you start your day sets the tone for the rest of your workday. At Best.Day.Ever., we all like to give ourselves ample amount of time in the morning to think about the week or day ahead. It’s in these moments with yourself, with no pressure of deadlines or approvals, where you can simply digest your to-do list. Giving yourself just an hour of time to plan, schedule meetings that work around that to-do list, and just apply thought to what it is you have on your plate that day, the anxiousness of a long task sheet will dissipate. Throw in a calming tea or energizing cup of coffee, and your morning is sure to set you up for the Best Day Ever.
Effective Communication across Teams
Moving on to remote work with colleagues across the country. I’m sure your company has its preferred software for messaging. Whatever the platform is, the key to building cross-department communication and trust is keeping all lines of communication wide open. For example, at Best.Day.Ever.it only makes sense for our sales, design, and social media team to understand all current client operations, so they can then execute their roles with accuracy and efficiency. Also embracing a flexible schedule allows team members to work when they are most productive and accommodates different time zones.
The Benefits of a Dedicated Workspace
Here’s a tip we all wish we had known sooner with remote work life. Having a specific area for work helps create a mental boundary between personal and professional life. This separation can reduce distractions and helps us switch off at the end of the day. Even investing in a comfortable chair, good desk, and pleasant lighting will give you the confidence to take on your day. Something I’ve grown to love in the corporate world of online meetings is the personality in everyone’s background. Don’t be afraid to show off the personal things that make you, you!
Wrapping Up: BDE’s advice for someone looking to improve productivity.
Improving productivity is a continuous journey, but we hope you’ve got some ideas from this article on how you can improve your workflow. Here are some tips that have worked wonders for us here at Best.Day.Ever.:
- Prioritize and Focus: Identify the most critical tasks and tackle them first. Use tools like a white board to see your ideas on a larger scale, giving you more room to brainstorm and produce meaningful results.
- Take Breaks: Regular breaks are essential to prevent burnout. Step away from your desk, stretch, take a walk, or do something you enjoy. This helps recharge your mind and keeps you energized throughout the day.
- Limit Multitasking: Try to focus on one task at a time. Multitasking can often lead to mistakes and decreased efficiency. Use tools like focus timers or apps that block distracting websites to help maintain your concentration.
- Continuous Learning: Stay open to new productivity methods and tools. What works for someone else might work for you, too. Experiment with different approaches until you find what creates your Best.Day.Ever.