Productivity High!

Is there such a thing?  How do I get it?

The answer is yes – and you’ve probably experienced it before. It’s like runner’s high (I call it swimmer’s high because I’m allergic to running) – the feeling of euphoria you get when engaging in strenuous exercise for an extended period of time. Your body starts to produce endorphins giving you that unstoppable, on-top-of-the-world feeling.
 
Productivity high is similar – it’s when you get in that Peak Productivity Zone. You’re uber focused and cranking out your project and to-do list like a rock star. It’s that zone where everything is just flowing out and you’re getting through the list one after another, after another, and you get that, “Damn, I’m on fire today!!!” feeling. That’s a productivity high.
 
So here’s some tips to get yourself in the Productivity Zone:
Just do 15. Getting started is the hardest part, so commit to just 15 minutes, and set your timer.   Just like you can’t get swimmer’s high without swimming, you can’t get productivity high without starting. The great news is, after the initial 15 minutes, you’ll be in the zone and won’t want to stop!
Sleep & Exercise. Getting good rest and regular exercise has a huge affect on your ability to focus and get things done.  They both help reduce stress and provide mental clarity.  If that’s not motivation enough, how about this – Exercise Will Improve Your Sex Life.
Don’t negotiate. Here’s what negotiation might sounds like in your head: “I’ll clean my desk for half an hour and then I’ll start my project.” Or, “This really doesn’t need to be done right now, so I can work on this project tonight after I get back from dinner.”  This type of negotiating is a waste of your precious time and energy. If you catch yourself doing this, stop! And see tip #1.
 
Just like sports, when you find the game in productivity, it’s a helluva lot more fun.  Enjoy the high!