The Productivity Book
by Michael Brecht
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GENRE: Non-fiction/time
management
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BLURB:
Ever
wondered what the secret is to productivity? Here’s a hint: there isn’t just
one. Introducing the Doodle Productivity Book! Containing in-depth interviews
with 30 of the world’s top productivity & time management experts, this
book lifts the lid on the industry’s best kept tips and tricks. The result? An
engaging and practical guide that will help you find your natural pace, so you
can work smarter—not harder.
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Enjoy an Excerpt:
CONCLUSION
Since the questions we asked opened a window into a day in
the life of a productivity expert, we wanted our final conclusion to reflect
this. So, here’s our summary of what a productive day should look like.
The perfect day starts the night before. Outline your goals.
Whether this is a simple to-do list or time blocking, make sure tomorrow’s
objectives are clear. Then sleep on it.
Everyone needs a different amount of sleep. Know what works
for you and structure your schedule around that. Nearly all of our experts
cited adequate rest as essential to maintaining productivity.
Wake up bright and early. Leave enough time to spend at
least an hour and a half preparing for the day. Whether it’s reading, yoga,
Pilates, running or simply thinking. Follow this with a healthy breakfast and
you’re good to go.
Get to work. Now that you’ve prepared mentally, it’s time to
take on the day. This period is when you’re at your most productive, so use it
wisely. Let the calls go to voicemail, put your cellphone on silent and don’t
answer emails. Emails are rarely worth your most energized and motivated
moments. Unless it’s a creative meeting, don’t take it.
If you need time constraints, use a timer! Or the Pomodoro
Technique.
Once you’re into the afternoon, time block to focus on admin
and less important tasks like responding to emails and taking meetings. This
will stop you from getting distracted and help you to focus on one thing at a
time.
Because your brain is slower, this is the best part of the
day to incorporate technology. So, start up your favorite tried and tested apps
and use them to help you take notes, see your reminders, book appointments and
whatever else is important. And remember, saying “no” can be more productive
than “yes”.
By this point, you should have had a highly productive day.
So, use the evening to relax with friends or family. But remember: A little
planning the night before can go a long way toward having a successful,
fulfilling tomorrow.
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I am a serial
entrepreneur, have more than twenty years of experience in IT and Digital Media
and have held several international leadership positions in Europe and
AustralAsia.
Since the
beginning of 2014 I am CEO of Doodle – the world’s favourite online scheduling
tool. Together with my fantastic team we have integrated Doodle into the
Digital Portfolio of Tamedia AG, Switzerland’s largest media company. Our focus
is to grow the business into a global application while strengthening its
product offerings and continuing its successful monetisation. Doodle AG is a
highly profitable business with offices in Zurich and Berlin.
My experience
ranges from founding a start-up to various exits to multi-national corporates
and subsequent integration. I enjoy topics of digital transformation and the
leadership of highly innovative teams with a particular focus on growing a
business internationally.
Now that
digitalisation is increasingly becoming a topic for all businesses from
start-up to large corporate, I have decided to start my own blog. Here you’ll
find information on productivity topics, quotes about personal and professional
efficiency, my reviews of awesome apps I use myself and I am trying to present
a few stories that aren’t meant to be too serious too.
In my private
life I am married and our home comprises of four children and our dog (an
Australian Labradoodle). We are currently living in five different countries
and I myself carry a German and an Australian passport. I enjoy sports, in
particular football, swimming, tennis and all kinds of outdoor activities and I
am passionate about the discovery of great wines.
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GIVEAWAY INFORMATION and RAFFLECOPTER
CODE
Michael
Brecht will be awarding 5 Doodle Premium Accounts for Free to randomly drawn
winners via rafflecopter during the tour.
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