Have you ever heard of the term batch processing?
Simply put, it's when you set aside a block of time to complete related or large tasks at once. This practice increases productivity and efficiency.
Here are a few ways you can use batch processing in the office to maximize your time and efforts:
At the office
1) Create a list of people you need to call or email for the week. Once you've got your list, set aside an hour or two to write and schedule emails or make your calls.
2) Create and save initial drafts of all your contracts, spreadsheets, etc. before they're ready to go out. When you're for them to go out all you have to do is edit and send.
3) Spring cleaning. Whether it's filing away old emails or random papers on your desk, set aside a few minutes every week to get your cleaning done. This helps you avoid having to spend hours and hours at the end of month or quarter moving old stuff around.
At home
1) If you cook your own meals, set aside time to prep the meat and other items you'll need to cook your meals for the week all at once. Cooking your meals will takes less time because all the hard stuff have been done in advance.
2) Choose outfits in advance to save time. Before you put the laundry away, take some time to create your looks for the week in advance instead of wasting time picking them out the morning of.
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