A 2014 study found that <\/span>89% of employees<\/span><\/a> say that they feel they waste time at work every single day.<\/span><\/p>\n If this is happening to you, don’t worry. We’ve compiled some of the best ways that you can increase productivity at work.<\/span><\/p>\n If you’re a manager overseeing employees, these are ideas you can share with your team.<\/span><\/p>\n Check them out below!<\/span><\/p>\n It’s inevitable that a coworker will pop into your office throughout the day. But did you know that even <\/span>small interruptions<\/span><\/a> like this have been found to lead to a drop in productivity?<\/span><\/p>\n How can you minimize interruptions in your day?<\/span><\/p>\n These are just a few ideas. Think about your specific working situation and what would work best for you.<\/span><\/p>\n Do you view stress as a bad thing? Well, it’s not always the case.<\/span><\/p>\n A manageable amount of self-imposed stress can help you focus and meet your goals. Perhaps you have a large project you need to get done. Take a look at the project as a whole and break it up into smaller pieces.<\/span><\/p>\n Then write those down. You’ll find that these more reachable deadlines will be motivating to you.<\/span><\/p>\n This idea also works great if you don’t have a specific deadline from upper management. Setting a self-imposed deadline will keep you on track and will please your boss as well.<\/span><\/p>\n One popular idea to increase productivity at work is called the two-minute rule. Here’s the idea.<\/span><\/p>\n It’s common to have a long list of to do’s every day. Throughout the day, you’ll probably add even more things to it.<\/span><\/p>\n Well, take a second to examine your list. If there is a task that can be done in two minutes or less, do it right then. Get it over with!<\/span><\/p>\n You’ll find that getting it taken care of immediately will shorten your to-do list and perhaps even take less time than having to go back and revisit it later in the day.<\/span><\/p>\n You’re probably thinking this sounds backward. How can taking breaks improve your productivity?<\/span><\/p>\n Well, <\/span>one study found<\/span><\/a> that taking small breaks during long tasks can actually help you have a more constant level of performance. On the other hand, if you don’t take breaks, you’ll find that your performance level decreases over time.<\/span><\/p>\n Taking breaks will help your mind relax and allow you to refocus when you get back to your project.<\/span><\/p>\n Are you a business owner or in upper management? Often, these roles come with too many phone calls and not enough time to answer all of them.<\/span><\/p>\n If you’re in this situation, a virtual receptionist could be exactly what you need! What exactly is a virtual receptionist?<\/span><\/p>\n They will answer every call in your business name, just like an in-house receptionist would. <\/span><\/p>\n Then, if you are available, they will transfer the call directly to you. If you’re busy and unable to talk, they will simply take a message and then send it to you immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n Having this virtual receptionist means that your customers get the care they need, even if you aren’t always available to take their calls. How great!<\/span><\/p>\nMinimize Interruptions as Much as Possible<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n
Impose Deadlines on Yourself<\/b><\/h2>\n
Implement the Two-Minute Rule<\/b><\/h2>\n
Another Way to Increase Productivity at Work: Take Breaks<\/b><\/h2>\n
Utilize a Virtual Receptionist<\/b><\/h2>\n