The truth is that the 9-5 work routine is outdated system, primarily structured for physical labor occupations which no longer make up the majority of our workforce. In reality, working less leads to higher productivity levels and it may have a lot to do with how we wake up in the morning
Work Less to Increase Productivity
Seven countries with the highest GDP also have the fewest working hours
- Luxembourg ranked first in productivity with £45.71 produced per hour/person
- Norway ranked second in productivity, followed by Switzerland, Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, and Sweden
- All seven countries also ranked in the top ten for shortest hours worked
How to Eat Productively
Eating in the morning only helps if it consists of healthy foods
- Include foods that contain low glycemic carbohydrates such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, proteins and healthy fats
- Eggs contain choline, a fat-like B vitamin that improves memory and reaction time
- Bananas contain the 25 grams of glucose we need in our bloodstream throughout the day
- Yogurt contains protein, minerals, and probiotics
- Blueberries provide antioxidants that enhance memory and motor coordination
Productive Things To Do During Work Time
Work smart
- Set goals
- Play your favorite jams, over and over
- Clean your workspace
- Time yourself
- Avoid multi-tasking
- Be good at saying no
- When it comes to productivity, personal motivation and consistency are fundamental
The Golden Hours of Productivity
Get up Early
- The first three hours of your day are the most important for productivity
- Focus on the work that is most important to you
- Don’t spend your time reacting to other people’s priorities
- Instead, reactivate your own
Bonus Stuff : The Productivity Diet
Want your mind (and your body) to perform optimally? Then you’ll need to practice good nutrition
- Good nutrition involves both what we eat and when we eat it
- If you’re serious about performing your best at work, then making intelligent decisions about food is critical
- HubSpot teamed up with EBOC (Entrepreneurs & Business Owners Community) to create an infographic to help you make the right choices
How to Wake Up in the Morning
Light exercise in the morning can help you kick start your day
- Avoid intensive exercise which will cut into your three hours of optimal focus time
- Yoga is a necessity in every successful entrepreneur’s morning routine because of its known ability to improve mindfulness and mental performance
- Journaling has a similar effect on mindfulness
- Meditation is effective at reducing anxiety and improving performance in stressful situations
