What are some free productivity techniques that work?

Some of the best productivity techniques are surprisingly simple and don’t cost any money.

Free productivity techniques include:

  • Extended pomodoros: Try implementing 90 minute focused work blocks followed by 15 minute breaks.
  • 3-21- to-do list method. Each day choose three work tasks, two health-related activities, and one fun thing you’ll do. Consider completing this list a productive day.
  • Airplane mode. There are tons of fancy products, apps, and gadgets promising to free you from distractions, but simply putting your phone in airplane mode while you work is usually enough to do the trick.

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What are productivity tips for people who work from home?

Productivity tips for people who work from home include:

  • Creating rituals for signing on and off from work, even if you don’t have a designated home office space. These can include writing a to-do list, crossing off the date on your calendar, or doing a short meditation.
  • Using an accountability buddy. Find a friend or colleague who also works from home and have periodic check-ins, co-working sessions over video call, or share weekly wins.
  • Mixing up your environment. Consider working part time in a local library or favorite coffee shop if working at home is too distracting.

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