MODULE 02

What can a business do to improve its

productivity?
Business productivity is directly
related to how engaged a person is
with their work and their employer. A
recent study from Harvard Business
Review shows that people work
harder when someone is watching
and showing appreciation for their
efforts.
It’s up to managers and company
leaders to create a setting that’s
motivating enough to keep people
focused.

This has become especially important

with remote work. It’s critical to
develop plans that engage employees
both at the office and from home.
The more you can capture the
attention and interest of your team,
the better shot you have at boosting
productivity.
Without a clear blueprint for success,
no company can keep its employees
consistently productive. Here are 10
of the top tactics for maximizing
effectiveness.
1. Keep things simple
Creating a simple, focused plan with
clear steps and outcomes helps people
stay on task and sets them up for
success. Map out SMART goals with
specific, achievable tasks, so everyone
knows exactly what to do.
2. Set reminders
Smart calendars and reminder apps
like Todoist track what needs to be
done on specific days and times. Set
major milestone alerts and
notifications at the team level and
have individuals set their own tasks.
3. Review goals daily (or at least
regularly)
Setting goals is one of the most
important parts of any business
strategy. But they mean nothing if they
aren’t consistently being reviewed and
revised. set realistic expectations, like
sending weekly progress summaries or
responding within 48 hours.
4. Minimize time-wasting activities
Whether at home or in the office,
countless things can steal our
attention away from work. Successful
managers know this and tee up ways
to combat the worst of them.
5. Use productivity apps
Technology can be our biggest help and
our biggest distraction. When used for
good, apps can significantly boost
business productivity.
6. Motivate your team
One of the most difficult (and
important) business growth strategies
is keeping your team members
motivated. So it’s crucial to have a
clear understanding of what’s most
important to each person you work
with.
7. Avoid multitasking
Many people claim to be great
multitaskers, but in reality, it’s almost
always better to work on one thing at
a time.
8. Offer a wellness program
Wellness encompasses physical and
mental health, both of which can
improve productivity.
9. Focus on focus
Employee burnout is a real
problem across every industry.
Encourage breaks and
vacations to keep minds fresh.
Offer remote work options to
cut down on commute fatigue.
10. Hold one-on-one meetings
It’s hard for some people to
openly communicate and share
their ideas in the workplace,
whether with their boss or
their peers. Schedule regular in-person
meetings or video chats to discuss workload,
goals and struggles with the mission of
improving overall performance and
experience.
 Thank you.

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