On Becoming Productive Through Persuasion

By Kenrick Cleveland

A huge bonus of learning persuasion is that we gain the ability to persuade ourselves. This enables us to easily accomplish whatever we attempt.

When we set the stage for productivity, we increase our odds of success incredibly. There are five simple, strategic, practical, yet sometimes elusive things we can do to this end. Some may seem elusive, but with persistence comes progress.

The first one is easy (though sometimes time constraints don't allow for it), and that is getting enough sleep. Sleep allows our brains and cells to recharge, repairing, rejuvenating and cleansing our minds and bodies.

In terms of maximizing your productivity, think about your own internal rhythms and when you get the most done. Are you an 'early to bed, early to rise' full of energy in the mornings type of person? If so, try adding ten or twenty minutes to your morning by going to sleep a little earlier. Conversely, if you're a night owl, determine when you are at your peak in terms of getting things done.

The next two bits of advice may seem as if they'll take up a lot of time, but I assure you, the energy and vibrancy you will get in exchange for that investment of time will more than make up for it in all aspects of your life. Exercise and proper nutrition. Sure, easier said than done. I get that. I know junk food is delicious. I know it's hard to get up and exercise. But the combination of these two things will give you a huge array of benefits, from better sleep (!) to a better quality of life.

As creatures of habit, we create routines instinctually. We can start new, healthy habits and eliminating an old, unhelpful habits. We achieve success as a result of our intention. The concept of 'ruts' have a negative frame attached to them. I'm not suggesting we all get ourselves in ruts where we can't see the the details of life, I am suggesting that we learn to do certain things without thinking--like taking your vitamins or taking the stairs instead of an escalator or starting the day out with a light and sound session or working on your universes in the evenings before you go to bed or expressing gratitude for the good things that come to you. These are all routines that have a positive impact on us.

The last step in manifesting productivity is creating a stress free environment. If your career is of the stressful variety, it's important that you create stress free places in your life where you can decompress. Sleeping isn't enough. Having a hobby or meditation or spending time in nature--all of these are excellent opportunities to relieve stress.

Incorporating these five steps into your life will boost your productivity, not to mention your health, well being, and peace of mind.