This one habit will cause your productivity to soar in 2019

We all have cell phones, so come on let’s get real (kudos to you if you caught that reference).

We all know that smartphones can be a major distraction. And, another post about the problem it represents isn’t going to solve the problem. Not by a long shot. So, let’s get over ourselves.

What we can do is get excited about an idea.

Personally, I’m looking to achieve more in 2019 than I did in 2018. And, that’s an idea I can get excited about.

Ask yourself:

What can you get excited about looking ahead?

Identifying Your Highest Value Activity

Now, I should mention at the outset that what we’re discussing here has more to do with being effective than being productive. It’s not just about getting things done. It’s about getting the right things done.

For me, that means writing more.

I enjoy writing (regardless of whether I’m any good at it). Writing helps me make a living. It organizes my thoughts. It builds my authority and credibility. It results in content that drives traffic to my website. It adds value to others.

Further, I can re-purpose my writing into presentations, books and courses. I don’t think it would be an exaggeration to say that writing represents a huge portion of the contribution I make and the value I add to the world.

Spending More Time on Your Highest Value Activity

So, how do I get more writing done?

That’s an important question to ask as I look toward what I want to accomplish in 2019.

I don’t have any more time than I had before. Arguably, with the number of projects I have on the docket, I have less time for writing.

I don’t have any more motivation than I had before. I believe I’m just as motivated as I ever was. Maybe more.

As for energy, I think I have more than I did in 2018. But it’s a delicate thing, and if I don’t protect my health, I can just as easily lose that energy. If I don’t do the…