How leaders model productive behavior

Leaders in our time are often admired for their dedication to staying productive and delivering results every day. They seem to have they have preternatural abilities that help them achieve a high level of productivity. But leaders have 24 hours in each day, just like everyone else.

But by carrying out some specific habits and staying true to their purpose, they achieve tremendous accomplishments that inspire the world.

1. The first and most important is that these people avoid procrastination. Needless to say, it is easier said than done, but most people don’t fully understand it. Research suggests that there are two base reasons for procrastination. Either the task that you are doing is too challenging, or it is too dull. When modern leaders face this dilemma, they quickly act. If the task is too complicated and hard to do, they break it into simple and easy steps. If the task is too easy, they add a couple of extras and make it exciting or delegate the job to someone else. In simple terms, to avoid procrastination, bring your work just outside your comfort zone, enough to be compelling but not overwhelming.
2. The second way these leaders model productive behavior is by making a calendar. They add their goals and tasks into their calendar and make it work for them. Even though it is difficult to thoroughly check off the to-do list, they end up hitting it with at least 70 percent accuracy. This is certainly better than not making a calendar and missing your tasks altogether.
3. Another significant way that leaders maintain their productivity is by committing single-mindedly to their goals. It is frequently called the ‘Hyperfocus’ mode. With utter devotion towards their targets, modern leaders cultivate an unwavering ability to focus on their work. They understand that each day, they are bestowed with a limited attentional capacity. And they know that doing multiple things at once will impair it. When they realize that attention is an enormously valuable asset, they utilize it wisely. Picking a few (but the most important) targets is the best way to protect this asset.
4. Moreover, they avoid digital distractions to protect their concentration. Turning off devices or using excellent online extensions help them navigate easily through the web. While they work, they establish a rule where nothing and no one can disturb or interrupt them.
5. Similarly, they also avoid internal distractions commonly described as mind chatter. To calm their mind, these leaders practice meditation and mindfulness relentlessly. This not only makes their focus laser-sharp, but it also increases their attentional capacity, which means they can concentrate on more things without getting tired or losing their attention.

Leaders today are very self-disciplined. They exercise and inculcate productive habits in their lives to increase their income and impact. Likewise, anyone can apply these techniques in their routine to improve their work and personal lives. After all, it is evident that nothing will work unless we do.