Laws productivity

1. Stop doubting
Fear of the action - the simplest and most common feature that we found in the majority of interviewees us professional creatives and entrepreneurs. Proper preparation of the new project is certainly very important, but it can be easily and permanently stuck at the stage of dreaming and planning. We must strive to take action sooner rather than later.

2. Start small
When all the ideas are only in our minds, we tend to think globally, sometimes completely unworkable concepts. As a result of large-scale thinking we ourselves are building a high barrier between thought and action. In order to avoid the creative paralysis REDD your grandiose plans to small fast workable plan.

3. The prototype, prototype, prototype
Attempts and failures constitute the bulk of the life of any creatives. Typically, when embarking on the idea for the first time, the result is poor. The most important thing - to synthesize the knowledge gained in the process, and use them to create new and improved version of the original idea. All successful creators say: prototyping and iteration - is the key to the successful transformation of "so-so" ideas into a product that can change the industry. Do not become discouraged by setbacks, listened closely and draw conclusions. Then create a new prototype. Again, try it.

4. Place the front of the project is simple goals and often return to them
Deep and comprehensive work on the project, we are the go generate a lot of new ideas. This can lead to a gradual erosion of the project objectives, slumping its borders. This insidious habit will lead you to the fact that you do not ever be able to finish the project. The best way to avoid it - it's the beginning of each project simple thesis to identify its purpose. And then - that we often do not attach due importance - to view them regularly. Once the scope of your project will begin to blur, you will immediately notice it.

5.Rabotayte project a little every day
Working on projects that require significant development of creative juices - the development of a business plan, writing a novel or study - extremely important to keep you driving force. It's like a race: by exercising every day, the load is given to you it gets easier and easier. The same thing happens with our brain. If you train him every day, the creative juices will stand out more and more.

6. Follow the regime
This law is a logical consequence of the previous one. It may seem that the regime - it is boring and not conducive to inspiration. In fact, everything is exactly the opposite. It is a definite schedule promotes penetration into the essence of things and sudden finding the right solution. In his recent memoir, «What I Talk About When I Talk About Running» Haruki Murakami writes that strict adherence to daily routine - up at 5 in the morning, hang at 10 pm - is a crucial factor that contributes to its impressive creative performance.

7. Break the big long-term projects into smaller parts or phases
In order to over the years not to lose motivation, and the project is always meet your expectations, you need to break it down into tasks that require a week to one month. In this approach, two main advantages: 1) project seems more feasible, 2) throughout the project, you get the satisfaction on the rise and a reward for his labors.

8. Learn to say "no»
Creative energy is not infinite. Her, as well as professional focus, should be protected. Take the case of Jim Collins - author lectures and business benefits. His book «Built to Last» and «Good to Great» Millions of copies sold. On his business acumen and insight now a huge demand. But despite the fact that "Collins takes more than $ 60, 000 for his performance, he gives no more than 18 lectures a year." Otherwise he would not have time to focus on research and writing their bestse