Productivity is something every employer, hiring manager, and recruiter looks for in a good job candidate. Unfortunately, many of us are distracted by everyday life and have trouble being productivity on a daily basis, and then how can we show this quality to our current or potential employer? There are several productivity killers that you must avoid, such as:
- Do you say yes to everything? You are not alone. Unfortunately, saying yes to everything can be very counterproductive. People that always say yes, typically overextend themselves and find it difficult to complete anything. You must learn to prioritize, learn to say no when warranted, and be flexible. These are all qualities and skills that employers and hiring managers are looking for.
- Do you write everything down or trust it to your memory? While you may think you have an excellent memory, you will forget something. The best prepared employees are those that write everything down. Not only will this help you with staying on top of all tasks, put it will allow you to focus on other items more fully.
- Is your email open all day, smart phone on all day? Are you constantly available anytime? This is very counterproductive. You MUST set aside time where you are able to work on work, focus on yourself, and spend less time doing what everyone else needs. Learn to set aside hour blocks, if necessary, where you do not allow any distractions at all – focus on work, you, or whatever task is at hand.
It is important to realize that you cannot do it all. While we all want to think we can, it is impossible. Many studies have shown that because so many people believe this, those are the ones that are the most inefficient and most unproductive. Know the productivity killers and make sure they are not apart of your daily routine.
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