06 May Shortcuts: 15-Minute Productivity Boosters
Think you can’t do much in 15 minutes? Finding time for these quick tasks can help you get more done in the day.
Take a brisk walk. A stressful work environment often leads to burnout. A 15-minute walk can lead to less stress and happier emotions.
Go through email. Most people check their email too often, wasting on average 21 minutes per day simply in the act of checking and getting off track. Instead designate 15 minutes multiple times a day to go through new messages and respond.
Create or update a to-do list. Those who create—and adhere to—a to-do list are less likely to procrastinate than those who don’t.
Return one phone call. Failing to return business phone calls promptly can leave clients or colleagues with the impression that you don’t value the relationship. Use 15 minutes to scratch one callback off the list.
Tidy up your workspace. A clean and organized workspace makes you more productive. Take an extra 15 minutes to clear your desk, and you’ll likely get more done.
