http://blog.brazencareerist.com/2014/08/11/one-change-will-make-far-productive-work/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=one-change-will-make-far-productive-work Personal development meets professional aspiration Sun, 17 Aug 2014 22:55:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.9.2 By: Wendy Hawkins http://blog.brazencareerist.com/2014/08/11/one-change-will-make-far-productive-work/comment-page-1/#comment-40891 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 22:55:00 +0000 http://blog.brazencareerist.com/?p=17136#comment-40891 So true and very helpful! As part of my ritual, I try to decide what the most important things are for me to get done that day, first thing when I get there. Then, no matter what comes up or interruptions happen or whatever, I still come back around to that one thing and get that done.

Sometimes it’s many things of course, but I still try to decide whatever those may be first, that way my day can work around those, and I don’t’ feel so stressed when I leave work because the most important things are done.

Thank you for the great reminders!

]]> By: Laurie McLean http://blog.brazencareerist.com/2014/08/11/one-change-will-make-far-productive-work/comment-page-1/#comment-40890 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 21:24:00 +0000 http://blog.brazencareerist.com/?p=17136#comment-40890 So true, Nicole, about starting with a routine to set your day up for success. I need to sort my desk first into zones which brings focus to my day. I’ll also set time limits on a task/project rewarded with small breaks which keeps me mindful and productive. I think this approach applies to those in traditional work or, in my case, solopreneur. Much less stressful having a system or routine. Thanks !

]]> By: Jane Manthorpe http://blog.brazencareerist.com/2014/08/11/one-change-will-make-far-productive-work/comment-page-1/#comment-40880 Sat, 16 Aug 2014 23:16:00 +0000 http://blog.brazencareerist.com/?p=17136#comment-40880 Nicole, this post is a great reminder to connect and live with the present moment, at work and at play.

Your first point mentioned on starting your day right by having a morning routine is great. For an idea, I always start my day with 5 yoga poses called the Five Rites and I do these whilst deep breathing.This connects my mind with my body and makes me feel relaxed and centred before I head out of for the day. Its also good for body toning and making you feel great with your body because if you do this regularly you start to see your body take on a healthy toned shape. This boosts your confidence and self-esteem.

I love point 3 too, concentrating on your body posture, and how you are feeling in your body. I must say though that having a good posture alignment when sitting is so important for keeping the back aches at bay and keeping your alert and awake, and also feeling in a uplifted happy mood. Slumping makes you feel inadequate and low, and possibly unproductive.

Great post and a great reminder to live in the present moment.

]]> By: Susan Burns http://blog.brazencareerist.com/2014/08/11/one-change-will-make-far-productive-work/comment-page-1/#comment-40871 Sat, 16 Aug 2014 01:00:00 +0000 http://blog.brazencareerist.com/?p=17136#comment-40871 These are all great ideas, Nicole. As a person with a chronic illness that reduces my executive function, I know that I need to build in structure in my days so that I get stuff done. I also do my work from home, which adds a whole other level to the chaos of my days. One thing that has been helpful to me in adding structure to my days is using my smart phone to send myself reminders and plan in times to do certain activities. Mindfulness is so important to me, in all areas of my life. It keeps me living in the present, instead of off in my head somewhere, fantasizing or worrying about future events. Thanks for the great article.

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