Now that 2016 has set in, it’s time to really start your year right. January can be a sluggish month with the cold and short days, but February is when it gets real. Being productive is the way to get things accomplished, but it can be hard to find the right place to start. The goal in life is to balance your work and personal life, but where do you start? Here are 7 tips on how to be productive like all your favorite Girlboss ladies out there:
- Coffee, Tea, be free. Choose a warm drink in the morning to get your mind and body set for the day. Some prefer strong, bold coffee and others like soothing, relaxing tea. Whatever your choice, stick to it.
- Write things down. If you’re a tech junkie use apps like Asana or even Apple Calendars. If you are more of a traditional person, buy a planner and sticky notes. The reason why those Girlbosses are successful is because they are organized and plan meetings and events out. Now it’s your turn!
- Set reminders or be doomed. Yes, you marked things down on a calendar or schedule, but you need to take the extra step and set reminders. There is nothing worse than forgetting a meeting or phone call, so set an alert on Google Calendars or an alarm on your phone!
- Breathe in, breathe out. Yes, Girlbosses are successful and always on the go, but that doesn’t mean they never relax. Being productive means you are in the right mindset to do work. Being stressed out is a completely different story. Get a meditation app, take a bath weekly, or read nightly. You need to take some personal time to unwind and relax. A stressed out Girlboss is not productive.
- Be up to date. There is nothing more embarrassing then getting asked a question about a current event and falling flat on your face with no answer. Productive women are in the know with all topics so download apps like Mashable to get your news on the go. Want to take it to the next step? Get The Skimm delivered to your mailbox every morning and literally skim the news. 30 seconds and your done!
- Early bird gets the worm. There is a reason why that saying is a cliché—it works. Getting up early and starting your day will prevent you from rushing in the morning to get ready and out the door. Starting your day in a panic is not productive. It will give you time to get your mind set for the day and make it a successful one!
- Be bold. Throw on your favorite lipstick and go. When you feel confident and powerful, you will be productive. There is something about your favorite lip color that makes you feel empowered and strong, just like your favorite Girlboss.
Hopefully these tips will help you get in the right mindset to be productive! Take over 2016 and make it your best year yet!