As tax professionals, there are times when we are exceptionally busy. Notorious tax return seasons, or that one client demanding immediate advice.
It is easy to become stressed. Work long hours. Push those non-urgent important tasks that we know we should do to the bottom of the list.
The solution?
Increase your productivity!
Well, it won’t be the only answer, but it will definitely help.
If you’d have told me these few simple-to-implement tips would make a huge difference, I wouldn’t have believed you. By making some small changes to how you approach your to-do list and emails, you can save time, become less overwhelmed, less stressed, and…
More productive!
I learnt this from the podcast of productivity expert, Carl Pullein, who has helped thousands of people around the world to become more productive. So I invited him on the show to help you too become more productive, too!
Take a listen, improve your approach, and get more done in less time!
Guest – Carl Pullein
Website: carlpullein.com
Free course: Collect, organise and do (COD)
Carl’s Podcast: The Working With… Podcast
YouTube: Carl Pullein
You’ll Learn:
- How to get more out of your to-do list to become more productive
- How much detail you should include on your to-do list
- That digital to do lists exist and the benefits of using them
- How to become less distracted and less overwhelmed by email
- The concept of ‘inbox zero’ and how this can help you waste less time on your emails
- Tips and tricks to become more productive
Resources
Some digital to-do list managers:
- Todoist (I personally use this. You can get two months of premium free with this link)
- Trello (for those of you who prefer being more visual)
- Microsoft To Do (limited functionality compared to others)
Inbox Zero: