Well, that’s a very good question. We’re glad you’ve asked 🙂
The answer is very simple.
We suggest you try at least 3 different systems and 3 different apps (to support the systems you choose). Test this over the period of 3 months. By then you should have a good idea which of the systems works for you and which doesn’t.
If you have nothing in place and are just starting with productivity, then you will probably want to start with something very basic – like a proper To Do list.
1) Time Blocking
For the productivity systems we suggest that you start with Time Blocking. It’s a fairly easy system to start with. You work by blocking specific time slots for specific activities.
So for example from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. you work on your monthly client reports.
Then from 11.30 to 12.30 catching up on emails.
What’s super important is to stay focused on what you have planned. So in our example. Make sure that you don’t get distracted with a new email when you’re supposed to be working on client reports.
Time blocking is also great for stopping procrastination. The best way or main principle to stop procrastination is to – JUST START!
**What app should you use for Time Blocking?**
There are lots of apps for that. However, we would recommend that you use pen and paper for that.
Ideally get yourself a small pocket notebook or a calendar.
2) Pomodoro Technique
Pomodoro Technique is one of our favourites. It’s simplicity makes it genius.
In Pomodoro Technique you use timer to divide your work in 25-minute-long segments.
Each 25-minute work segment is followed by a short 5-minute break. For every 3 or 4 work segments – take a longer, (15 minute) break.
You can use your watch or a website like https://tomato-timer.com/
3) Don’t Break the Chain
Don’t Break the Chain is perhaps not as well knows as GTD (Getting Things Done), or the Pomodoro Technique.
It is however a very cool system. We find it especially effective for personal goals. In our opinion is just better suited for personal goal or perhaps a freelancer working on a small business or perhaps a side job.
Don’t Break the Chain is very simple. Here’s how it works.
  – Get yourself a big calendar. Or print monthly page.
  – Decide what you want to accomplish each day.
  – Mark a big X over each day you accomplish your goal.
You don’t need any special apps for that. Just c calendar or a printed monthly spread and a pencil.
Now, try each of the systems for a month and see which one works best for you.
