Believe it or not, introverts have the capability to concentrate better than extroverts. This power enables them to work in happy solitude and think deep for long periods of time without having to feel uneasy.
However, if you are living in today's world, thriving as an introvert might be more challenging than before. So here are simple tips to help you thrive and get through your day productively.
1. Preserve the peace: treasure your mornings
As an introverts, you'll get to love mornings all the more. So, if you believe you won't be able to work peacefully at work, then wake up early and treasure your mornings. Leave your smartphones behind and just marvel in the quietness of the morning. Remember that concentration and a clear head are your precious assets; do not give those up.
This tip might not work for everyone, but it does work for most introverts. This time of the day gives you the opportunity to just be with yourself.
In addition, it is important to let your housemates know that you need a certain amount of time in the morning - especially in the morning - to be with yourself. Let them understand that during this "me" time, they are not to disturb you. Let them know that sometimes, you just need some alone time.
As Sammy Nickalls says: "Treasure your mornings. It's a great time to be alone, to reflect, or to do your best work."
2. Start with your most challenging tasks
Once you're done with your "me" time and you're ready to get through the day, consider doing complicated tasks first. Since your head is still clear during this time, it would be best to use it to solve challenging tasks and get done with them - the earlier, the better.
Once you've gotten rid of the difficult ones, you can get to your usual routine. It will be smoother and easier.
3. Block distractions as much as you can
Exert effort to minimize distractions and set aside uninterrupted chunks of time for work. "Unsubscribe to unnecessary email lists, and turn off pop-up notifications on your computer. Check your email every half hour, rather than every five minutes. If you suddenly remember that you need to pick up milk or the dry-cleaning after work, write it down instead of dwelling on it. Every small step counts and helps keep you focused on the task at hand," Christina Park says.
Being an introvert in an extrovert world should not be a hindrance to you being productive. You just have to make sure you know how to get rid of the distractions.
