<\/a><\/p>\n Starting us off is this classic. Pretty much everyone has\u2014or should<\/i>\u2014read this book, no matter what stage you\u2019re at in your career. This book is about being productive, staying organized<\/a>, and getting things done, but it goes deeper than that. Stephen R. Covey teaches us that we are in control of our lives, our attitudes affect our actions, and we have the opportunity to change our lives. If you\u2019re looking to become more productive, start here.<\/p>\n \u201cThe most effective way I know to begin with the end in mind is to develop a personal mission statement or philosophy or creed.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n The thesis of this book is simple: the checklist is the best tool for productivity and organization. Atul Gawande, a practicing surgeon, takes us all over the world to show how checklists work for people from pilots to hospital workers. He shows us how the humble checklist prompts us to act quickly and efficiently. No fancy task automation<\/a>, apps, or algorithms needed.<\/p>\n \u201cGood checklists, on the other hand, are precise. They are efficient, to the point, and easy to use even in the most difficult situations. They do not try to spell out everything\u2014a checklist cannot fly a plane. Instead, they provide reminders of only the most critical and important steps\u2014the ones that even the highly skilled professional using them could miss. Good checklists are, above all, practical.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n This book is another classic and, like the title says, is all about the action. This book is about doing things, rather than values or philosophy, so it\u2019s great to read this after The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People<\/i>. He offers a fascinating thesis: productivity is directly proportional to the ability to relax. David Allen gives us three super simple steps to create a productivity system, unleash your creativity, and improve your day-to-day efficiency. If you\u2019re unsure or can\u2019t get the book (or download an eBook or audiobook), you can check out the official site (gettingthingsdone.com) to get started.<\/p>\n \u201cThe beginning is half of every action\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n Marketed more towards business leadership, this book is all about managing time in order to achieve maximum productivity. This book provides simple steps to take on your way to reaching your potential in a management or executive position. Peter F. Drucker stresses that effectiveness can be learnt and practiced until it becomes a habit and an art\u2014which is great news if you feel overwhelmed or hopeless about your work habits and productivity.<\/p>\n \u201cIntelligence, imagination, and knowledge are essential resources, but only effectiveness converts them into results.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n Interested in the science of productivity? In this book, Charles Duhigg presents great productivity tips<\/a>, and then backs them up with science to show how and why they work. The research is fascinating and compelling, making this a great choice for anyone interested in neuroscience, psychology, and human behavior.<\/p>\n \u201cMotivation is more like a skill, akin to reading or writing, that can be learned and honed. Scientists have found that people can get better at self-motivation if they practice the right way. The trick, researchers say, is realizing that a prerequisite to motivation is believing we have authority over our actions and surroundings\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n If you haven\u2019t noticed, most of the books on this list are written by men. Women can do everything that men can, but often with more obstacles and demands. Unfortunately, even the best productivity books written by men can\u2019t untangle all of the specific responsibilities and tasks that women can find themselves mired in.<\/p>\n Enter Erin Falconer. In this book, she shows the reader just how to tackle those issues, delegate what you can, and get rid of what doesn\u2019t matter, so you can get your sh*t done. We don\u2019t have to do everything for everyone, only what matters to us.<\/p>\n \u201cIf we continue to pursue productivity for productivity’s sake, women will continue to position ourselves diametrically opposed to satisfaction.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n For some reason, women are expected to have it all: careers, relationships, families. And if women can\u2019t have it all, they have to sacrifice something (Devil Wears Prada<\/i>, anyone?) In this book, Laura Vanderkam busts through that narrative and shows, through hard data, how women can and do make the most of their time. The beauty of making the most of your time is that you get to do the things you love, without sacrificing what\u2019s important.<\/p>\n \u201cYou don\u2019t build the life you want by saving time. You build the life you want, and then time saves itself.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Procrastination is one of the things that nukes our productivity. This book, however, can help us get procrastination out of the way so we can do what we need to do. Neil Fiore\u2019s writing is super positive and upbeat and can help you diagnose your procrastination problems so you can overcome them.<\/p>\n As a psychologist, Dr. Niel Friore doesn\u2019t treat procrastination as a personal failure or the outcome of unchecked laziness. The answer isn\u2019t to simply work harder, it\u2019s to understand procrastination and treat the underlying causes.<\/p>\n \u201cIn most cases you are the one who confuses just doing the job with testing your worth. Replace \u2018I have to\u2019 with \u2018I choose to.\u2019\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n Eating frogs sounds gross, right? Well, that\u2019s kinda the point of this book. Once you do the most challenging thing\u2014like eating a frog\u2014the rest of your tasks will go down a lot smoother. Whatever it is that you\u2019re dreading, get it done first. This productivity system<\/a> is super helpful for beating procrastination so you can get your work done and actually enjoy life.<\/p>\n \u201cYou cannot eat every tadpole and frog in the pond, but you can eat the biggest and ugliest one, and that will be enough, at least for the time being.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n A cure for procrastination sounds too good to be true, but in this book Damon Zahariades shows us that it\u2019s not only real, it\u2019s attainable. This book gets into the reasons we procrastinate and how to overcome them.<\/p>\n This book is a straightforward, practical step-by-step guide that can take you from start to finish, with plenty of actionable advice to finally stop procrastinating and kick your inner procrastinator to the curb.<\/p>\n \u201cThe biggest challenge in working on a task you consider to be boring, difficult, or unappealing, is starting on it. But a strange thing happens once you start: the anxiety and dread associated with it rapidly declines.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n This book is a non-traditional take on procrastination and time-management. Most books talk about working in a linear mindset, but this one is about being in the present and thinking non-linearly. It\u2019s hard to break the habit of linear thinking, but this book can help us rewire our brains and the way we think about time and productivity. If more traditional methods aren\u2019t working for you, this book might be a good option.<\/p>\n \u201cA warrior takes his sword to the future. A warrior also takes his sword to all circumstances that do not allow him to fully focus.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n A lot of the classic productivity books are based in a traditional office setting. But we\u2019re living in the work-from-home era, and that presents new and unique challenges that many people and businesses are trying to tackle. This short but sweet book is a guide for succeeding from your home office (or couch, or kitchen table, or even your bed). Learn how to overcome common distractions, become more productive, and schedule your work so that it, well, works<\/i>.<\/p>\n \u201cWorking from home isn\u2019t easy. It takes lots of organization and discipline.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n Are you working from home (or planning to work from home)? Learn about remote working tools<\/a> that\u2019ll help you make the transition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Working from home can mean freedom and flexibility. But it also means you kinda have to be your own boss and keep yourself accountable so you actually get your work done. Elaine Quinn is an experienced coach and mentor for both remote workers and the self-employed.<\/p>\n In this book, she explores issues like effectively managing communication, overcoming feelings of overwhelm and isolation, resisting procrastination and perfectionism, and achieving the elusive work-life balance. If you\u2019ve got productivity metrics<\/a> to measure and hit, this book will get you on the right path.<\/p>\n \u201cWorking from home is still a real job and it\u2019s still real work.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n Scott Dawson was working remotely before it was cool. With 21 years of remote work under his belt, this book is a guide for thriving from home. Dive into workspaces conducive to productivity, the behaviors and practices that will set remote workers up for success, and how to balance work and life<\/a>. This book is a fun and engaging read with lots of real-life examples and lessons that can teach readers more about being productive from home: it teaches you how to succeed.<\/p>\n \u201cPeople aren\u2019t typically taught how to thrive in a distributed workplace\u2026 remote workers have to learn on their own.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n If you\u2019re working from home, communication is key. Make sure you\u2019re using a communication tool<\/a> or platform that gives you different options for getting in touch with your team, clients, partners, vendors\u2026 you get the idea. For example, RingCentral is a great WFH tool<\/a> that lets you make video conference calls, share your screen on calls, and more:<\/p>\nBest books for productivity in the workplace<\/h2>\n
1. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People<\/i>\u2014Stephen R. Covey<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n2. The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right<\/i>\u2014Atul Gawande<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n3. Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity<\/i>\u2014David Allen<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n4. The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done<\/i>\u2014Peter Drucker<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n5. Smarter Faster Better: The Transformative Power of Real Productivity<\/i>\u2014Charles Duhigg<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n6. How to Get Sh*t Done: Why Women Need to Stop Doing Everything So They Can Achieve Anything<\/i>\u2014Erin Falconer<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n7. I Know How She Does It: How Successful Women Make the Most of Their Time<\/i>\u2014Laura Vanderkam<\/h3>\n
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8. The Now Habit: A Strategic Program for Overcoming Procrastination and Enjoying Guilt-Free Play<\/i>\u2014Neil Fiore<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n9. Eat That Frog! 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time<\/i>\u2014Brian Tracey<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n10. The Procrastination Cure: 21 Proven Tactics for Conquering Your Inner Procrastinator, Mastering Your Time, and Boosting Your Productivity!<\/i>\u2014 Damon Zahariades<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n11. Time Warrior: How to Defeat Procrastination, People-Pleasing, Self-Doubt, Over-Commitment, Broken Promises, and Chaos<\/i>\u2014Steve Chandler<\/h3>\n
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12. Work from Home Superstar: How to Stay Focused and Rock Your Day<\/i>\u2014Jack Wilson<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n13. There\u2019s No Place Like Working from Home: Get Organized, Stay Motivated, Get Things Done!<\/i>\u2014Elaine Quinn<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n14. The Art of Working Remotely: How to Thrive in a Distributed Workplace<\/i>\u2014Scott Dawson<\/h3>\n
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