OK, let’s chat about productivity, shall we? We all know the juggling act of running a business while raising kiddos is no walk in the park. But fear not! I’ve got 10 game-changing productivity tips that’ll help you rock both your business and mom life. Ready to dive in?
- Time Blocking: Your New BFF
Picture this: Your day, neatly organized into colorful blocks on your calendar. Sounds dreamy, right? That’s time blocking for you! It’s like Tetris, but for your schedule. Work time? Block it. Family dinner? Block it. That elusive “me time”? You bet – block it!
Pro tip: Don’t forget to leave some wiggle room for when life throws you a curveball (or your toddler throws a tantrum). - The Eisenhower Matrix: Not Just a Fancy Name
Okay, let’s channel our inner president here. Eisenhower had this cool way of sorting tasks: urgent and important, important but not urgent, urgent but not important, and neither. Spoiler alert: You want to focus on those important-but-not-urgent tasks. They’re the secret sauce to long-term success.
So, next time you’re drowning in to-dos, ask yourself: “What would Eisenhower do?” - The Pomodoro Technique: Work Sprints for the Win
Think of this as HIIT for your work life. 25 minutes of focused work, 5-minute break. Rinse and repeat. It’s perfect for those days when your attention span matches your toddler’s. Plus, those 5-minute breaks? Ideal for quick hugs, snack prep, or, let’s be real, a much-needed bathroom break without tiny humans as an audience. - Digital Task Management: Because Post-its Are So Last Century
Let’s face it, our brains are already full of kids’ schedules and client deadlines. Time to outsource that mental load to a app! Trello, Asana, Todoist – pick your poison. These digital helpers are like having a personal assistant, minus the awkward water cooler chat. - Delegate and Outsource: It Takes a Village, People!
Repeat after me: You can’t do it all. And guess what? You shouldn’t! Whether it’s getting the kids to pitch in with chores (hello, life skills!), hiring a virtual assistant, or finally admitting that your partner can, in fact, do the laundry correctly – delegation is your ticket to sanity. - Create a Workspace: Carve Out Your Mom Cave
We love our kiddos, but sometimes we need a space where glitter and client calls don’t mix. Whether it’s a dedicated home office or just a corner of your bedroom, create a space that screams “Mompreneur at work!”
Bonus points if it has a door with a lock. - Batch Those Tasks: Work Smarter, Not Harder
Why switch gears a million times when you can batch similar tasks together? It’s like meal prepping, but for your to-do list. Spend an hour replying to emails, another creating social media content. Your brain will thank you for not making it jump from spreadsheets to storytimes every five minutes. - Morning Routine: Win the Day Before the Chaos Begins
I know, I know – mornings are crazy. But hear me out. Waking up even 15 minutes before the kids can be a game-changer. Meditate, journal, or just enjoy your coffee while it’s still hot (revolutionary, I know). Start your day proactively, not reactively. - Voice-to-Text: Your Secret Weapon
Got brilliant ideas while elbow-deep in diaper changes? Voice-to-text tools are your new best friend. Dictate notes, emails, or even that blog post you’ve been putting off. It’s multitasking without the mom guilt! - The Two-Minute Rule: Small Wins, Big Impact
If it takes less than two minutes, do it now. Reply to that text, sign that permission slip, toss that junk mail. It’s amazing how these little tasks can pile up and overwhelm us. Knock ’em out fast, and feel like a productivity queen! - And a BONUS one! When you join HBR (Home-Based Revolution), you’ll be able to learn from and hop on calls with my own COO, Danelle Fowler who is BOSS at helping you line this up in the best way you need to for yourself!
There you have it, mama! Ten productivity tips that’ll have you running your empire and your household like a boss. Remember, it’s not about being perfect – it’s about finding what works for you. So, grab that coffee, pick a tip, and start small. You’ve got this!
Now, I’d love to hear from you! Which of these tips resonates most with your mompreneur life? Drop a comment below and let’s chat. After all, we’re all in this crazy, beautiful journey together!
Xo Martha.