As a student (or just someone who is studying something), you already know the value of being organized, spending your time wisely and also being very productive when you are studying.
So how valuable would it be if we could tell you one simple little technique that can make you more productive straight away? How much time could you save and how much more productive could you be over the entire course of your studies (keeping in mind that your "studies" could be anywhere from 1 to 10 years depending on what grade you are currently in?)
What if I was to tell you that the technique is also easy to comprehend and even easier to apply - but it can still have a considerable effect on how you use your time? Sounds good doesn't it!
The name of this technique is the "Two Minute Rule". A productivity specialist by the name of David Allen created it and has been espousing its brilliance ever since. So let's take a look at the way it dramatically improves your productivity and reduces your distractions.
When a distraction arises and threatens to soak up your precious time (and distractions are everywhere) you simply ask yourself: "Can I handle this in two minutes or less?"
If you believe you can handle the interruption within two minutes then you address it straight away. You do whatever you need to do to resolve the disruption. Then once you have resolved you go back to what you were doing (studying hopefully!) On the other hand, if you don't think it can be handled within two minutes then simply put it on your to-do list and note to address it later.
And that's all there is too it - nothing more and nothing less! Pretty simple isn't it?
Even though this is a simple solution it is also a very powerful solution. Often the time when we are most productive is also the time when we are being interrupted the most. Often those interruptions can become quite lengthy and threaten to take our entire focus for long periods of time. This is not a good outcome if we are trying to study or get something important done.
A major benefit of using this approach is that you deal with distractions and disruptions as they occur and you handle them in record pace (two minutes or less remember!) Because you have made a conscious decision that if you are going to resolve the distraction it must be resolved within two minutes, you have established a focus and an allowable time limit. If the distraction begins to take longer than two minutes to handle, you simply stop and go back to what you were doing (and add it to your to-do list obviously).
A second advantage of using this technique is that you are consistently making a list of those things you need to get done (those things that take longer than two minutes!) By doing this, you are making yourself far more organised - another great habit to get in to.
Simple idea? You bet. Will it increase your productivity and help eliminate distractions? It sure will. Will you become an organizational guru if you use this technique? You just might! When you handle distractions as soon as they arise (either by adding them to a list or taking care of them in two minutes or less) you will find that you start achieving far more in far less time - the essence of productivity. Give it a go for a week, a month and then a year. You will be very surprised by what you can achieve in just two minutes or less!
So how valuable would it be if we could tell you one simple little technique that can make you more productive straight away? How much time could you save and how much more productive could you be over the entire course of your studies (keeping in mind that your "studies" could be anywhere from 1 to 10 years depending on what grade you are currently in?)
What if I was to tell you that the technique is also easy to comprehend and even easier to apply - but it can still have a considerable effect on how you use your time? Sounds good doesn't it!
The name of this technique is the "Two Minute Rule". A productivity specialist by the name of David Allen created it and has been espousing its brilliance ever since. So let's take a look at the way it dramatically improves your productivity and reduces your distractions.
When a distraction arises and threatens to soak up your precious time (and distractions are everywhere) you simply ask yourself: "Can I handle this in two minutes or less?"
If you believe you can handle the interruption within two minutes then you address it straight away. You do whatever you need to do to resolve the disruption. Then once you have resolved you go back to what you were doing (studying hopefully!) On the other hand, if you don't think it can be handled within two minutes then simply put it on your to-do list and note to address it later.
And that's all there is too it - nothing more and nothing less! Pretty simple isn't it?
Even though this is a simple solution it is also a very powerful solution. Often the time when we are most productive is also the time when we are being interrupted the most. Often those interruptions can become quite lengthy and threaten to take our entire focus for long periods of time. This is not a good outcome if we are trying to study or get something important done.
A major benefit of using this approach is that you deal with distractions and disruptions as they occur and you handle them in record pace (two minutes or less remember!) Because you have made a conscious decision that if you are going to resolve the distraction it must be resolved within two minutes, you have established a focus and an allowable time limit. If the distraction begins to take longer than two minutes to handle, you simply stop and go back to what you were doing (and add it to your to-do list obviously).
A second advantage of using this technique is that you are consistently making a list of those things you need to get done (those things that take longer than two minutes!) By doing this, you are making yourself far more organised - another great habit to get in to.
Simple idea? You bet. Will it increase your productivity and help eliminate distractions? It sure will. Will you become an organizational guru if you use this technique? You just might! When you handle distractions as soon as they arise (either by adding them to a list or taking care of them in two minutes or less) you will find that you start achieving far more in far less time - the essence of productivity. Give it a go for a week, a month and then a year. You will be very surprised by what you can achieve in just two minutes or less!
About the Author:
HelpMeToStudy.org is the leading free online source for learning new study skills, transforming your study habits and finding the best study tips available. We will transform the way you approach your study: Help Me Study | Eliminate Distractions
No comments:
Post a Comment