1. 5 Quick Tips For Better Productivity

2. Keep A Brainstorm Book
• In addition to my notebook, which I use for meetings, I
keep a brainstorm book. This is where I write down
any ideas that come to me throughout the day. It’s full
of project ideas, article topics, business ideas, and
even doodles when my brain needs to take five (see tip
#5).
• Note: Never use your brainstorm book to make to-do
lists (and vice versa!). I am a big fan of to-do lists, but
your lists and meeting notes shouldn’t find their way
into your BSB. This notebook is your creative place.
Don’t feng up its shui

3. Get To Work 15-30 Minutes Earlier
• I am not a morning person. I repeat: NOT.
However, when I do manage to roll out of my bed
and awake from my peaceful slumber, I love
getting to work before the rest of the staff. It’s
nice to be able to come in, have my coffee, and
organize myself for the day before things get
crazy. It might be a little harder to do (especially
on Mondays), but I’m generally more relaxed and
productive when I come into a quite office. Not
to mention, all the successful people do it.

4. Keep Cool Treats On Hand
• Studies show that you’re 78% more productive
after indulging in a frozen treat of some sort.
• Just kidding, I totally made that up. However,
having a refreshing treat definitely gives me the
boost I need to get everything done. So, even if
it’s not scientifically proven, I totally recommend
it.
• (My personal favorites: Luigi’s Real Italian Ice and
Hoodsie Ice Cream Cups – both are only 100
calories per treat!)

5. Answer Your E-mails
• Yes, everyone says that e-mail is one of the
biggest productivity suckers out there. I
completely agree. However, I have also found
that NOT dealing with my e-mails turns me
into Stressed-Out Sally. Knowing that I have
(0) New Messages makes me feel like I’m on
top of the world… I’ve conquered the Evil
Inbox! After responding to all of my e-mails, I
can let my brain focus on one thing: the next
task on my to-do list.

6. Don’t Be Afraid To Take Five
• Even the best of us get burned out after sitting
on a computer for eight hours straight. Do
yourself a favor and take a little break to
recharge some of those overworked brain cells.
• Take a walk, grab a coffee, or check in with a
friend or co-worker. My favorite thing to do?
Snuggle up on the break room couch and doodle
in my brainstorm book (hey, it’s promoting
creativity, right?).

7. Contact
Emmanuel Leslie Addae
Consultant
Leslie.addae@hotmail.com
+233262979845