Being more productive is often a matter of simply making a few simple changes to your daily routine. These seven tips if consistently applied will help you get more done in less time. And while this article is written from the perspective of the home based business entrepreneur, the tips can be used by all.

Master Schedules

The easiest way to get a handle on your schedule is to pick up an appointment book or desk top at a glance weekly planner. Make sure it has the time marked by the hour. An appointment book is great if you are constantly moving from one location to another. If you remain in the same location a desk top planner works nicely because you can quickly glance to see what you have scheduled.

Mark Accomplishments

In the margin of your planner write a small tick mark for every item you complete each day. It can be a returned call, a completed task or project etc. Set yourself a goal of at least 25 or even 50 ticks and stick with it.

To Do List

Always keep a To Do list and write as many daily things on it as possible. The idea is not to only write few enough items so you know you will easily get them done. The goal is to challenge yourself by writing extra items and then simply getting them done. The great sense of accomplishment feels awesome and if you keep it up your busines will soar. If you aren't able to get everything on your list crossed off simply carry it to the next day.

Repetitive Tasks

If you have certain things you need to do each day or on certain days, create yourself a daily check organized by day of the week. If there are things on yoru list that can be done ahead of time and you find you have more enrrgy one day, try to cross off a couple extra items. This will give you more time when the day comes where you have already completed the task you were supoosed to do then.

Automate Things

Using an automated dialer is a simple and extremely effective way to return calls. You can also use it to prioritize who you call back and when. Using audio to record and send replies to email is a great time saver since you can most liekly talk much faster than you can type. Creating statiionary in your email client and replying with it for common tasks also saves time.

Remove Distractions

A radio in the workplace may be okay for some but if you find yourself humming along more than getting work done it's time to turn off the radio! The less you allow yourself to become distracted, the more productive you will be.

Focus

The ability to focus is extremely powerful. IN life you get what you focus on. Simply by working on focus each day, your productivity will increase and so will your income. Focus on where you want to be and get it done.

Britt Phillips
http://computermillions.com/