Designing a Custom Productivity Plan

The Traveling Introvert

Definition and Variation of Productivity

- Misconception of one-size-fits-all tips

- Productivity varies from person to person

- Differences in energy patterns (morning vs. night people)

- Attention span

- Work style

- Personal goals

Key Elements of a Personalized Productivity Plan

- Needs to align with personal habits, preferences, and goals

- Selection through trial and error

- Key strategies and tools:

- Time blocking

- Eisenhower matrix

- Energy level tracking (using energy journals)

- To-do lists

- Time tracking apps

- Project management systems

- Importance of flexibility:

- Breaks

- Unforeseen events (illness, vacations, off days)

Steps to Create Your Own Productivity Plan

- Assess current productivity:

- Reflect on what's working and what isn't

- Set goals:

- Daily, weekly, and long-term goals

- Align tasks with these goals and break them down

- Design your schedule:

- Align tasks around energy levels

- Choose and utilize tools:

- Identify apps, systems, or planners that fit your style

- Test and refine:

- Continuous iteration and improvement

Examples of Personalized Productivity Plans

- Energy Management Focused Plan

- Morning routine: High focus tasks

- Midday routine: Moderate tasks and breaks

- Afternoon routine: Low energy tasks and daily review

- Tools: Pomodoro timer, energy tracker journal

- Support: Weekly coaching calls

- Boundary and Communication Focused Plan

- Morning routine: Identify priorities, communicate availability

- Midday routine: Check-ins and boundary reinforcement

- Afternoon routine: Reflect on adherence and communication effectiveness

- Tools: Boundary setting templates, communication scripts

- Support: Biweekly workshops

- Overcoming Impostor Syndrome Focus

- Morning routine: Affirmation exercises, priority setting

- Midday routine: Task completion focusing on strengths

- Afternoon routine: Reflect on achievements, plan for next day

- Tools: Affirmation cards, achievement logs

- Support: Monthly group coaching