Productivity is somehow like the holy grail to freelancers and creatives. Trying to solve a problem but not getting on sucks. It’s frustrating and sometimes even depressing. Here’s how we handle all the obstacles in the way to good productivity.
Destroy Distraction
Either way, if you have a strong will, just force yourself to not visiting youtube or whichever website distracts you. If you’re like us, you don’t have a will that strong. Simple problem, simple solution. Get an app like concentrate. This really boosted our productivity.
Get off your butt…
…from time to time. Define regular breaks and enjoy them. Get up, talk to colleagues or go for a walk.
Don’t take your work home
If you’re freelancing from home this should be: “Don’t take your work to your private life”. Work is work and life is life. Enjoy the time off work. It will help you boost new energy. For us cycling, playing guitar and reading good books works great.
Add some “distraction”
What the…? Didn’t you just tell me to eliminate all distractions? Yes, but here I’m talking about music. Plug in your iPod or crank up the radio. Just make sure it’s music you like. This will boost your productivity…
Don’t let it bother you!
Let’s face it, there will be days, when you just can’t get productive. You feel drained, tired and just can’t find the right motivation. Basically, that sucks. We hate this feeling, too! But here’s probably the most important item of this list: Don’t let such days or phases bother you! Guess what, that’s perfectly normal and just human! Don’t be frustrated or feel guilty about your lack of productivity. Being frustrated will just totally destroy your motivation. So just accept, that there are days, where you just don’t seem to get it right!
List incomplete? Total non-sense? Well I guess, there is no golden path to productivity. Just figure out, what works for you. If you think this list is incomplete, please share your ideas with us! We’d appreciate that!
