how to create a productive environment 📈
"the first step towards success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself." - mark caine
topic
✦ productive environment ✦
you've probably come across the phrase 'your environment shapes who you are', and there's some truth to this. if you find yourself in an environment that hinders your creativity, ability to think, and overall productivity, you'll be limited by those constraints.
that's why it is vital for you to gradually build an environment that brings out the best in you and boosts your productivity. take the time to understand what elements trigger your productivity, then incorporate it into your surroundings.
the goal here isn't be to be productive every single moment within this environment, as that's unrealistic. instead, the objective is to slowly increase your productivity which will move you towards your goals.
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✦ how to create a productive environment ✦
identify your ideal environment
the first step in establishing a productive environment involves identifying what resonates with you.
take a moment to list this your preferences, which may include minimal noise, adding plants, specific accessories and more.
changing locations
a productive environment isn't limited to one location, such as your office.
changing your surroundings can offer a new perspective and help you achieve a state of flow for an improved work session. for example, spending a day working from a coffee shop.
reducing distractions
in today's fast-paced world, distractions are common, making it important to minimise them to create a productive environment.
activate the 'do not' disturb mode on your phone, use signs outside your door to inform family and friends that you're working, and wear noise cancelling headphones to effectively reduce distractions.
question
✦ what are your biggest distractions in your current workspace, and how can you effectively minimise them? ✦
answering this question is a key step towards optimising your productivity as you're identifying and addressing the distractions. here are a few areas to get you started:
- phone notifications
- doom scrolling on social media
- clutter/messiness
thoughts from leaders
"when the environment around me is inspiring, i'm way more likely to focus. that's why i enjoy going to co-working spaces like wework because other people around me are working, the vibe is good, and the design is nice." - ali abdaal
"i've interviewed everyone from gold medalists to ceos who make $100 million a year, and their one common characteristic is the ability to 'single-task' without interruption." - tim ferriss
