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Earrings: Baublebar ‘Crystalline’ Drop – use SUMMER20 / SUMMER25 / SUMMER30 to save!
Jacket: J.Crew Ruffle Chino (00 / TTS) – also here
Top: LOFT Coral Springs Flutter Top (XS / size up if in-between)
Bottom: AG ‘Legging Ankle’ (24 / TTS)
Shoes: Topshop ‘Glorious’ (similar)
Bag: Prada ‘Cuir’ (small)
Watch: Fitbit ‘Versa’
Sunglasses: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’
Ways to Be More Productive Outfit Details:
Earrings: Baublebar ‘Crystalline’ Drop – use SUMMER20 / SUMMER25 / SUMMER30 to save!
Jacket: J.Crew Ruffle Chino (00 / TTS) – also here
Top: LOFT Coral Springs Flutter Top (XS / size up if in-between)
Bottom: AG ‘Legging Ankle’ (24 / TTS)
Shoes: Topshop ‘Glorious’ (similar)
Bag: Prada ‘Cuir’ (small)
Watch: Fitbit ‘Versa’
Sunglasses: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’
There’s a certain satisfaction when I get to check tasks off my to-do list. Lately, as my responsibilities at work have increased, I’ve had to learn ways to be more productive. I’m a big proponent for having work / life balance so my goal everyday is to make sure that I can maximize the time I spend working so that I can have the most time left afterwards to spend with my family. I’ve adopted a few new ways to be more productive in the past few weeks that have really been helping me get more out of my time so I knew I had to share them here with you all!
Wake Up 1 Hour Earlier
I’m naturally a night owl but I’ve been forcing myself to go to sleep by 10pm. I then wake up around 5am (most of the time without an alarm clock!) and I’ve found that I love having that quiet morning time to get a head start on the day. For me, I’ve found that I’m so much more focused and efficient when it comes to working in the mornings. I tackle the most challenging tasks on my list and I’ve found that having a fresh mind makes such a huge difference in how I approach problems. Also having that time for myself before the craziness of mom life begins is critical for me as it gives me the space to take care of myself before my attention shifts towards my family.
Visualize
It’s about mind over matter. Sometimes when I feel like a task can be too difficult or even if I may have too much on my plate, I spend a few moments with my eyes closed and visualize myself working through the issues. Seeing it happen in my mind is often the most important piece is overcoming the mental hurdle that can keep me from succeeding!
Set milestones
It’s all about breaking something challenging into workable pieces. When I have smaller goals, it’s easier to wrap my head around what needs to get done and I can get the satisfaction of completing the steps along the way! For each milestone, I then set time limits that push myself to get it completed.
30/30
When it comes to time management, the 30/30 app has been a game changer (not sponsored, in case you’re wondering)! The app makes completing tasks within a certain time frame more like a game, and being the naturally competitive person that I am, it motivates me to buckle down and work more efficiently! I’ve mentioned the Pomodoro technique before (in this post) and the 30/30 app helps me take the Pomodoro to the next level by adding in that competition factor!
Turn off distractions
And finally, it seems like there are distractions everywhere especially when it comes to technology. For me, when I need to get into the zone, I set my phone to Airplane Mode, put on my headphones (I listen to EDM when I need to get a good pace going and find that the beat sets a good rhythm for me), and tune out everything else.
I hope these ways to be more productive and I’d love to know what tips you have!
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I absolutely LOVE your ruffle jacket! It is so cute! Turning off distractions is huge for me! It makes such a difference. I’ve never heard of the 30/30 app before. Definitely going to try it out! I always love your posts! Thank you! Have a great Wednesday!
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Thanks so much for sharing your 5 tips! They truly are all so helpful and I will definitely be using all of them. I love what you said about visualizing your tasks! I also love waking up early to just have time and relax a little bit.
xo, Lydia
I’ve heard great things about that 30/30 app! I need to download and try it this weekend! I have to turn off distractions too, the only thing I can have on is a podcast or music, I can’t work in silence. All great tips!
I always make a point to turn off my phone or put it in another room when I really need to get things done!
Waking up early is amazing. I love to get up before my kids and get stuff done. Loving your outfit, those earrings are amazing!!
XOXO
Cathy
Super cute outfits and love your jacket! I will have to try one of your tips, I am a night owl and not a morning person. I would love to get myself in bed earlier so l can be up earlier to feel more relaxed and do what I need to do. Thank you for these tips❤️
Turning off distractions is a big one for me…I tend to get caught up in other stuff. Loving the pops of yellow.
Great post!! Also love those cute earrings on you girl!
XO, Jessi
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I would love to start waking up earlier! I usually wake up around 8 or 8:30 but feel so much more productive when I wake up around 7. Thanks for sharing these tips babe 🙂
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I love waking up earlier than I’m “supposed” to, it’s easier for me to get things done. I have a bad habit of letting distractions keep ahold on me, like the TV. But these are all great tips!
These are fabulous tips!
My favorite part of this outfit are those yellow wedges! So fun!
such a cute outfit, i love that belt! omg i have been waking up hours earlier than usual and it amazes me how much i can get done in the morning before noon hits lol. love it!
Turning off distractions is so important for me to be productive. I have to put my phone away to do anything! Thank you for sharing your tips!
Great tips! I’m going to look into the 30/30 app – sounds so useful
Waking up one hour earlier is a game changer! Such great tips.
You are ADORABLE! And I love this outfit! These are all such great tips too – I swear by waking up earlier. Makes the whole day go so much smoother and you feel so much more productive!
I need to follow all of these tips- especially the turn off distractions one. That’s my biggest downfall. Thanks for sharing!
These are great tips for being more productive! Yes, waking up early is a game changer. It’s always so surprising how much I can accomplish before my son wakes up if I get myself out of bed early!
xo, Laura
You look amazing, I absolutely love the pop of yellow in your outfit! Such gorgeous styling and photos and awesome advice!
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Love that pop of yellow! And these are such great tips. Getting up just a little earlier and getting a workout in is what really helps me stay focused during the day. Thanks for sharing!
xx Mollie
I so needed to read this— I’ve been feeling that I haven’t been very productive this week. Definitely taking your tips to heart! Loving the outfit btw– the bright yellow pumps are fab!
What a cute outfit! But I love these 5 tips. They are definitely very helpful!
These are great tips! 2 big ones for me are visualizing and turning off everything!
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love these tips! and those yellow heels are FAB!
Love the 30/30 idea. I’m super competitive too so I would probably love this as well. Thank you for sharing!
xo Laura Leigh
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These are all such great tips! I really need to get myself up earlier!
xo Jessica
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These are such great tips, thanks for sharing!
Great tips! Love your outfit too!
These are such great tips! I always try to wake up a little earlier to be more productive! xo
All such great tips! I love hearing how others stay productive throughout the day because I always feel like this is an area I could grow in:)
xoxo, Hannah
Loving the pops of yellow you pulled out from that floral top!
-Morgan
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This outfit is SO gorgeous on you! I love the pops of yellow! Love your tips too – waking up an hour earlier really makes a difference too!
These are great tips!! Also love your outfit, so chic!
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Xx, Nailil
Very relevant tips! It takes discipline and time management a lot … I like the idea of using an app for that … I personally use tasks from my mails to prioritize and put deadlines!
Your outfit is stunning with this beautiful and colorful floral top and the match is perfect with the yellow stilettos!
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I will have to check out that app! Thanks for the tips.
You look stunning in this outfit.
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Oh wow, this is such a fab street look dear! I absolutely love the vibrant yellow accents, your heels especially are gorgoues!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
These are such great tips! I will have to check out that 30/30 app!
These are really great tips! and you look gorgeous in those jeans!
Totally needed this today! It has definitely been a month, and I am always looking for new ways to be productive! So many helpful tips!
Denise | Fashion Love Letters
I am seriously going to need these tips after I have this baby! I am really struggling at keeping everything balanced right now!
Iris Elle
Do you have a pregnancy edition of this, because I feel like mine has gone way down ever since 3rd tri kicked in. LOL j/k. But on the real, I need to check out that app!
Loved this post babe! I need as many tips as I can get haha!
Loving that floral top and the color of those pumps!!!!!!!
Erica Valentin
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Turning off distractions is such a great suggestion, working from home I sometimes find myself checking my phone or checking email when I should be editing!
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going to have to try the 30/30 app!