What system or software do you use to stay organized for school, work and life? What effectively facilitates you getting things done on time? What’s your #1 productivity tip?
So far, I’ve only used google calendar and alarm clocks to aid me with time management. To be honest, I think that google calendar has been more than enough to keep me on track with my schedule; it’s a very intuitive and easy tool to work and also highly adjustable. However, I do feel that sometimes my time is not as productive as it should be, specially after I’ve learned more about the ‘Pomodoro Technique’ (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique), which complements what Aditi has mentioned about timed breaks between tasks. Although I can’t say that I’ve been an avid practitioner of this technique, I’d definitely like to make it a part of my routine as it has helped me twice in the past. The main productivity tip I can give is to be methodical and pragmatic about your schedule and tasks. Try your best not to stress yourself out because of deadline closing in, that will only hinder your productivity, instead take a deep breath and focus on what needs to be done while looking out for your wellness. Make good use of timed breaks and try to get your mind off the task for a little while, for time is the most precious gift bestowed upon us. Here’s a beautiful passage from LOTR that for me is a constant reminder of the importance of time:
“I wish it need not have happened in my time,” said Frodo.
“So do I,” said Gandalf, “and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.”