How to be more productive and know what to do next - with Megan Sandwick of Down With SSP

Mar 9, 2021

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#078 - Productivity expert Megan Sandwick explains how you can be more productive, identify what you should do next and set yourself up for success.

What you'll learn

[01:20] Megan explains what a strategic productivity partner is.
[02:20] Megan talks through her journey to her current role.
[04:13] Megan describes her typical clientele.
[05:08] Defining ‘productivity’ by looking at the bigger picture.
[08:39] The distinction between “productivity” and “effectiveness”.
[09:08] How to reduce the time spent doing repetitive tasks.
[10:58] Why you should focus on what you achieved in the week rather than what you didn’t.
[12:22] Setting realistic timeframes and organising priorities.
[15:09] How to prioritise daily tasks to ensure efficiency.
[17:26] Scheduling your time effectively.
[18:39] What you can do with extra time if you complete all your tasks.
[20:16] How to create a “dashboard” of your tasks.
[22:18] How the process can be adapted to suit everyone.
[24:24] Reviewing the dashboard to ensure your tasks are up-to-date.
[25:18] How project management tools can help you organise and consolidate your tasks.
[27:04] How the “kanban board” format can be used for smaller projects and tasks.
[29:30] Finding out what works for you through project management tools.
[33:00] Opening the day by checking notifications and messages.
[34:58] Closing the day by reviewing the day's actions and planning ahead.
[36:52] Megan shares her tips to create positive productivity habits.

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