5 Productivity Hacks That Actually Work (and Don’t Burn You Out)
Because you don’t need more apps—you need more space to think.
If your to-do list keeps growing no matter how many hours you work, you’re not alone.
The problem isn’t you. It’s the way we define “productivity.”
Real productivity isn’t doing more—it’s doing what matters.
Here are 5 simple (and sustainable) hacks to help you get there:
1. Start With Your MIT (Most Important Task)
Before checking your email, Slack, or newsfeed—tackle the one task that will move your business forward.
Protect the first 1–2 hours of your day for deep work.
2. Automate Repetitive Tasks
If you’re doing the same thing every week (reporting, scheduling, reminders)—automate it.
Tools like Zapier, Notion, or even Google Sheets can free up hours.
3. Time Block Your Day
Group similar tasks together and give them a home on your calendar.
Admin tasks? 3–4 PM. Strategy work? Morning.
Your brain loves rhythm—it’ll thank you.
4. Use the 80% Rule
Everything doesn’t need to be perfect.
If it’s 80% there and not client-facing, let it go.
Progress beats perfection—especially when you’re growing fast.
5. Delegate Before You’re Drowning
Waiting until you’re overwhelmed to ask for help? That’s too late.
Hand off tasks early—especially admin, inbox, and scheduling.
(Spoiler: that’s exactly what we do at Ergon.)
Bonus: Take a Break. Really.
Turns out, working nonstop doesn’t actually help you get more done.
Take a real lunch. Step outside. Your brain needs room to recharge.
Less Busy. More Focus. Real Progress.
That’s what productivity should feel like.
And if you’re ready to get the right things off your plate— Let’s talk.
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