5 tips to improve office productivity

1. 5 TOP TIPS FOR IMPROVING
YOUR OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY

2. 1.
Improve your ergonomic setup
Try to optimise your posture and take advantage of all
ergonomically designed equipment offered at your
workplace. Make sure your computer is at eye level,
your posture is upright and your knees parallel to the
floor with feet firmly
planted.

3. 2.
Work smarter, not harder
If you tend to get more tasks done in the morning,
start work 15 minutes early and get cracking. It
sounds simple enough, but scheduling time to do the
hardest tasks at the time of day you have the most
concentration will help you complete it faster and to
a higher standard. On the other hand if you’re more
of a late riser, get through your most menial tasks in
the morning; saving those which require most thought
and input for your best working time.

4. 3.
Jot down distractions
Keeping a notepad and pen next to you on your
desk can help you make the most of your time. Empty
any stray distractions you have on to your to-do list
which you can read through later. Knowing you aren’t
really forgetting about that thought allows you to put
it out of your mind and concentrate on the task at
hand.

5. 4.
Get the lighting right
It’s very important to have a well-lit workspace. Poor
lighting can cause eyestrain, irritation or headaches.
This is especially necessary during the winter months
as there are limited sunlight hours outside. If the
general lighting of your office is causing problems for
you, you need to get some ‘task lighting’ - a light for
your desk which you can adjust to wherever you and
your current task needs it.

6. 5.
Clearer desk, clearer head
Clear your desk of unwanted items, leaving only the
necessary tools you need on a day-to-day basis. Stay
organised and file all your old notebooks - but make
sure you know where you can find them if you need
them in the future!