Work From Home Productivity Strategy: An Update
As of May 25, 2020 (I wrote this update), I have a new set of must-dos and they’re more than the previous set. I also added an icon (a bulb with lightning bolt) which symbolizes an idea. The notes with that icon means the must-dos written there are not urgent. They can serve as my last resort when better (and relevant) ideas don’t come out of my moody brain.
If you can notice (in the photo above), one of the pink notes has IU’s (a Korean singer/actress) name. It’s because of my friend (for 7 years and counting) who became an avid fan of hers. We talked for an hour or more a few days ago (before this update) via call (from her) and she convinced me to create a review of the artist’s biography (although the idea started from me as a joke). I do not know the relevance of it, so I hesitated (with laughter), but I don’t want to disappoint her. We haven’t seen or called each other for a year (I guess), but it seemed like it was not it. We talked happily as before and it seemed nothing really changed. Distance did not cause the screw to loosen up or rust. It even tightened it and made us closer.
Before this day ends, I will write the review. Then tomorrow, before my data subscription expires, I’ll send it to her and put a check on the box this must-do is written. (Time check: 11:21 PM)
At 11:58, I sent a portion of the review and I just found out she sent me a link to a “viz” as she called it. That link brought me to Google Docs with vast details about IU. I can’t believe a fan can do such a detailed document (voluntarily) for the person she idolizes. I’m not that type of person because I have my own priorities where I must put my time and energy, but her optimism inspires me.
That’s how I push myself to be productive (day and night). “...cause I love the adrenaline in my veins.” according to a song by Imagine Dragons which I listen to often.
By the time this blog is posted, I’m probably working on a new set of must-dos. I thank my friends for keeping me happy even if we are far away. They are my inspiration. Although I don’t communicate to them often, they never forget to include calling my name in our group chat. I switched off notifications from the apps I’m using and I often switch off my mobile data too. It helped me focus, but it also took a toll because I cannot join them when they have long and fun convos or do a video call. I am glad that in spite of my lapses, they understand even if I don’t give an explanation. They just joke about it. That’s why, I love my barkadas for almost 7 years and 10 years (and counting).
To my friends and relatives who never fail to give encouraging words to me, thank you so much for being patient with me and understanding. I went through a lot of difficulties you are not aware of because I do not want you to worry. I survived from all the struggles because I know you believe in me and you will be there for me when I call for help.
I’ve been left behind, but it’s not a big deal to me as long as my friends and relatives succeed. I am contented with my life and I’m happy seeing them grow. Their happy faces is enough for me to thank God for all the blessings He had been giving me.
My friends are more than treasures for me. I value them way more than all the most expensive things in this world.
They took a huge part in every content I post and even the person I have become. I am the exact opposite of who I am now because they inspire me to be and do better.
That lead me in creating and testing strategies to be productive. I do not want to fail my friends (and relatives) so I keep on working to be productive. With this strategy, I believe I’m on a streak. More must-dos have been checked and a new set has been posted.
I want to end this article with the paragraph above, but I have not reach 1, 000 words yet. My main aim now is to create articles not less than 1, 000 words. Sometimes it’s hard to achieve in a day especially when my brain has worked tirelessly like crazy the previous days. I started writing this last night, and I continued writing as I wake up.
Usually, my brain does not provide a lot of words or ideas during day time because I consider myself a nocturnal creature, but I think this strategy is really effective. It’s 8:20 AM and I haven’t eaten any food, drink or anything, but my brain is very active. I don’t even feel hungry, instead, I am happy.
I want to eat now, but my brain is not yet hungry. It keeps on feeding me words that my thumbs willingly type even if their surface is already in pain because of the friction or heat from the phone I’m using.
879 words. That’s the number of words above this paragraph. My stomach is complaining so I’ll take a pause. This might not be done today because this is not included in the must-do list I created. I’ll focus on what are written on my list first.
May 26, 2020, 10:42 PM - I’m finishing this post because I’m done with my must-dos today. The blog post I scheduled for June 12, 2020 needs improvement, but because my data subscription expired, I might not be able to correct the mistakes I saw on that post this week.
I’ll be back online probably on the 1st week of June. That improvement will be done on that day. These will be added in my must-do lists.
Total number of words including this sentence: 1, 012.
This will be posted on the 20th of June, 2020, hopefully at 7:30 (PST). Many changes might be made before that day which may lessen or increase the total word count above.
May 27, 2020 - I have completed the review about IU. I’ll send the full review at probably 12:00 AM or around 11:00 PM today. On the day I started writing the review, I was not able to comprehend her biography because I think my brain is not in its optimum condition that time. At around 9:00 AM this day, I read her biography again while drinking coffee. Then suddenly, words started popping out of my brain and I began writing. I have even created a new meaning of IU.
I might be sharing that review on this site because it is aligned with the purpose of this blog.
I have sent the review to my friend and I hope it will make her happy. (Update: As of June 1, 2020, I switched on my mobile data to input and schedule the articles I wrote when I was offline. Then I read my friend's reply about the review I sent her. I haven't opened the notification, but I saw the part of her reply, "...hahaha" which I believe means she's happy with it.)
May this strategy be helpful to those who have read the posts related to this too.
