Before Hiring a Productivity Coach Try these Tips and Tools.
Hiring a productivity coach can feel like a big commitment. If you’re unsure a productivity coach is right for you, give these productivity and time-management apps and other tools a try.
To hold yourself accountable.
Focusmate.
Focusmate is a free resource that connects you with a virtual accountability partner. Perfect for independent workers such as freelancers, entrepreneurs, and more. 95.5% of members saw an increase in productivity and a procrastination reduction.
Ask a friend to be your accountability partner.
If a virtual companion isn’t your style, you can always lean on a friend. Never underestimate the power a friend or family member can have on holding you accountable. Tell them how often to check in on your progress and if need be, show them what you’ve accomplished.
Google Calendar.
Use this free resource offered by Google to block time to accomplish your top priorities. This can be a life-changing habit and is one I swear by. Never forget another task or appointment again.
Books about productivity (and motivation)
Digital library books.
Check with your local library about downloading free books to get inspired. Getting Things Done by David Allen is a time-management classic, or if you need a little motivation, a couple of my favorites include You’re A Badass by Jen Sincero and The 10x Rule by Grant Cardone.
The Purposeful Planning Method.
Grab a copy of my book or audiobook, it’s available free on my site. In it, you’ll learn how the world’s most successful people plan their day and how to use your morning and evening habits to your advantage. I provide a specific methodology for approaching your day more effectively.
For keeping your schedule under control
ScheduleOnce.
I love ScheduleOnce! It adds a booking page to your website. This lets clients schedule appointments in seconds. Save the hassle of going back and forth in email. This is a lifesaver. I literally couldn’t run my business without it.
I have clients who use similar tools like, Calendly, which also seems like a great scheduling solution.
ChatOnce.
This is a new widget that can be installed on any website, it’s from OnceHub, the same company that built ScheduleOnce. Add the widget to your website and let a bot schedule your appointments. It keeps links secure, and syncs all invites to your calendar.
Project Management and good old fashion note-taking
Trello.
Trello is an easy, free, flexible, and visual way to manage your projects and organize anything. I’ve recently embraced Trello to help with project management, and I’m really liking it.
Pen and paper.
Keep a notebook and pen close by. This works wonders when you need to jot down ideas and things you don’t want to forget. Make it a habit every morning to list your top priorities for the day. Start with your top three and continue from there. Keeping them in your line of sight gives you a better chance of getting them done.
Evernote.
This free tool helps you get your ideas out of your head, so you’re not trying to remember them. Save, sync, and share to all your devices for quick access. They even have notebooks. Take a picture with your phone, and the app will automatically transfer the notes to your account.
Now is the time to unleash your full potential
Let this year be the year you learn to tackle those obstacles that have built up over the past year.
Learn more about how productivity coaching can transform your productivity here.
Begin your transformation with a complimentary copy of my book and audiobook.
