Tips for Being Your Most Productive Self in the Office

Ever feel like your to-do list keeps expanding? Everyone is busier than ever, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the looming list of tasks ahead when you start the day. The good news is, a more productive workday might be as easy as integrating a few productivity tips into your routine. Using simple ways to organize your time, you can become more efficient and feel more accomplished at the end of the day.

Choose a workspace that keeps you inspired?

The best way to make the most of your workday is to set yourself up in an environment that encourages success. Find a place where you can do your best thinking and form a clear vision for the day. Maybe your ideal environment is a workspace in close proximity to the rest of your team, so you can thrive off of the collaborative energy. Maybe it’s a space that offers flexibility, so you can change locations often to gain a fresh perspective. Maybe it’s a place close to natural light, where the sun can give you a needed boost of creativity. With sweeping skyline views, greenery, and open space, a campus like Spectrum Terrace makes it easy to get inspired. No matter what works for you, an inspiring workspace will play a vital role in how productive you feel throughout the day and keep you motivated to achieve your goals.

Block time each day for your “Most Important Task”?

Never underestimate the power of your calendar. Set a standing appointment with yourself at the same time each day. Try to stick to it as much as possible, reserving the time to hold yourself accountable for completing the day’s most important task. This time might even be more productive if it is spent in a location other than your own desk. For example, the wifi-enabled, shaded seating areas at Sand Canyon Business Center allow teams to switch up their location and take time outside for refreshed focus.

Collaborate in person for better brainstorming?

Generally, there is no replacement for the quality of work that stems from a team meeting in person together. In order to make the most of each person’s talents and contributions, teams need workspaces that accommodate collaboration. As often as possible, find a location where your team can gather to check in, spark new ideas and find solutions together. Teams at Santa Clara Gateway utilize the ultramodern indoor meeting and event spaces, as well as the outdoor workspaces that make it easy and convenient to connect on-site.

Take breaks to recharge?

Nothing can hinder productivity more than burnout. Be sure to take breaks and recharge when needed. A favorite way to recharge at Pacific Arts Plaza is to connect with co-workers at the on-site game lounge. Or maybe it’s as simple as taking a quick coffee break as teammates do at the on-site cafe at 101 West Broadway in San Diego. Find the best way for you to breathe new life into your workday to help you finish strong.

Be realistic with your deadlines?

During the hectic workday, things can change quickly. Be sure to reassess your goals each week to see if they are still feasible and make any adjustments necessary. Sometimes your to-do list will be stuck with a stubborn item that you cannot check off. And that’s OK. Practice quality over quantity. When matters are outside of your control, focus on what you can change, and shift your mindset to celebrate your accomplishments.?

Everyone can use a little help to make the most of their workday. When you work in an inspiring and flexible space, it makes it easier to take on your to-do list with confidence. Remember that it takes time to cultivate new habits. Start small, stay consistent, and stay inspired to do your best each day.