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How to Get More Done in Less Time

Working Smarter, Not Harder

How to Get More Done in Less Time - Working Smarter, Not Harder

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Channel your energy and find your flow.

How often have you spent hours on a task that, with more focus, you could have finished in half the time? What else could you have done that day, if you'd been sharper?

Most people want to be more productive. But the trick is to learn how to get more done in less time, without sacrificing quality. In this article, we'll look at steps you can take to do this.

Strategies to Get More Done

Follow the steps below to work more efficiently.

Step 1: Set up Your Workspace

It's important to have a healthy and comfortable workstation. Studies show that when you set up an ergonomically-correct workspace, your productivity can improve. You'll also be more comfortable, which helps you focus for longer.

Start by making sure that your desk and chair are comfortable. Your workstation should be well lit, and heated or cooled appropriately. It should also inspire you – you spend all day here, so it should be somewhere you enjoy being! Our articles on Minimizing Workspace Stress and Creating an Energizing Work Environment give you more ways to create a comfortable place to work....

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