What tools help you maximize your productivity on slower days?

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It could be anything, from a clipboard manager to an IDE

Emin Araki · Accepted Answer

No tool, but bunch of coffee.

Elijah Scott Fitzgerald · Answer

No special tool for me either. Just a big mug of coffee, putting on some upbeat music, and breaking tasks down into small, manageable chunks to build momentum. Sometimes a quick walk outside for fresh air and sunshine helps too if I'm really dragging.

Dedew · Answer

On slow days, I swear by a to-do list app for quick wins, a focus timer to stay on track, and a clipboard manager to save time copying and pasting. Simple, but game-changing!

Simonas Kauzonas · Answer

Slow days = catch up on emails, organize tasks, or learn something new.

Yash Garg · Answer

@a_momin999 looks cool, will check it out!

Anmol Momin · Answer

I open my Motivation Beast App (launching soon). I swipe a few times and read motivational quotes that gives me a energy boost. I also use it when I'm feeling down, anxious, self-doubt etc. Best practice is to start your day with this app in the morning. https://www.producthunt.com/prod...

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Definitely coffee, but also having a solid task list for the day to stay on track. I try to prioritize getting one important thing done early, then tackle smaller to-dos. Notion has been a game changer for me in terms of organizing tasks and notes. Oh and taking short breaks to stretch or get some fresh air helps reset the mind on slower days!

Echo · Answer

I use tools like Trello or Notion to organize tasks and prioritize what’s essential. Pomodoro timers help keep focus in short bursts, while RescueTime tracks time usage to ensure I’m staying on track. For quick tasks or brainstorming, I turn to Google Keep or Todoist for capturing ideas and making to-do lists. These tools help me stay productive even when the pace is slower.

Yanlin Wu · Answer

no tool, just try get more sleep

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These tools help in organizing tasks into boards or lists. I use them to break down big projects into smaller tasks, making it easier to stay focused even when I’m not feeling particularly productive.

Norman Schiffer · Answer

no tools.

Linda T. William · Answer

No tools.

Zoe Emily · Answer

Trello helps me organize tasks and plan ahead, even when things are slow.

aaron hailey · Answer

I play focus music on Brain.fm to enhance concentration when motivation wanes.

soylakate · Answer

I have to use TMetric since it's a requirement at work. And knowing that your time and activity is recorded, makes you productive.

What tools help you maximize your productivity on slower days?

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