How A Simple Notecard Can Dramatically Improve Your Productivity

Most people’s productivity problem isn’t productivity; it’s their focus.

I’ve used every task management software and notebook ever created — I hated them all.

They allow me too much freedom for noise. Over time I end up with a pile of task crap that I’ll never get to. Ninety percent of the stored tasks don’t matter anyway. It’s just a simple way to become a hoarder of todos.

The only thing that matters is being productive with the things that matter the most. These are your quarterly, yearly, and long-term goals.

Everything else is just a distraction.

By simplifying how you execute your day, you focus on what matters.

That’s why a notecard is the best productivity tool because it’s simple.

Here are the steps to using a notecard to maximize your productivity:

Step 1: Plan your top priorities for today on the front of the notecard.

Humans are terrible at eliminating distractions.

The dings and dongs that flutter on your screen trying to grab your attention don’t help.