A lot of people ask me how to get more done. After all, I run several businesses, from baseball organizations to digital marketing. I have time for my family. I am able to travel whenever and to where ever I want. I live the lifestyle that most people dream of.
And I am productive most of the time.
As I did the research for this post, I found a lot of ‘tips’ lists. But I thought this topic – getting more done in less time – deserved more. A lot more.
So I decided to create this guide.
You see, getting more done leads to great things. Figuring out the things that worked for me made me more successful. But more importantly, it freed up my time to enjoy that success.
So, let’s not waste time because that would be too much irony for even me to stand.
What Does it Mean to Be Productive?
What does it mean to be productive?
For me, being productive means creating things that have value and purpose. It’s about using my time and energy in a way that is positive and fulfilling. To be productive is to be proactive, to take initiative, and to do things that make a difference. It’s about being efficient and effective in everything I do. And it’s also about enjoying the process because when I’m doing something I love, it doesn’t feel like work at all.
But it wasn’t always like this. There was a learning curve. To get more done in less time, you must first figure out how to eliminate the time waste in your life.
When you’re getting started, productivity is a more simple concept. Productivity measures how much work you are getting done relative to the time and energy you are putting in.
It is not about working hard; it is about achieving results.
There are many reasons why you should care about productivity.
First, when you’re productive, you’re using your time wisely. You’re not wasting time on things that don’t matter, and you’re focused on doing things that do matter. You’re adding value.
Second, being productive can help you achieve your goals. When you’re focused on being productive and not wasting time, you’re more likely to get things done. This leads to (finally) achieving the goals you’ve set for yourself.
Finally, productivity can improve your health. When you’re able to get more done in less time. you create more free time. You can use this time to relax and recharge, to learn, or even to start a new passion project. Getting more done and creating free time reduces stress. And stress is one of the leading causes of all sorts of illnesses.
Being productive leads to a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. And that, in turn, leads to motivation. Which manifests as more productivity. It’s a cycle that has no other path than to success.
