Whether you have chores to tackle or maintenance projects on your to-do list, it can be hard to stay productive and get things done around the house when you have a busy schedule. Thankfully, some productivity hacks can help keep you motivated and can make the process more enjoyable and quicker in the long run.
Get an Audiobook for Chores
Do you love a good book? Find a new audiobook that you exclusively listen to when doing chores or completing projects around the house. This keeps your chores and maintenance tasks more interesting and even encourages you to keep going. Want to find out what happens after the plot twist? It’s time to tackle that project you’ve been putting off!
Schedule a Power Hour
Once a week, dedicate 1 hour to knock out all the small but important household tasks that have been piling up. This is the time that you replace batteries, organize drawers or tackle that minor fix you’ve been putting off. It’s also an excellent time to do a small organization task that wouldn’t have been scheduled in your daily routine. Your power hour can be flexible with how it’s used, but this hour should be utilized in a way that will encourage you to handle those random tasks that would otherwise go unnoticed.
Do a Reset Routine
Before bed each night, do a reset routine. This quick routine will help you start the next day fresh and stress-free. Take up to 30 minutes to clear surfaces quickly load the dishwasher, and tidy any main living areas. Don’t take longer than 30 minutes. For households that are on top of their daily chores, the reset routine ensures that the next morning, the house is completely clean and ready for the day ahead. For anyone behind, it makes the catch-up more manageable the next day.
Watch an Organizing Video
Remember that feeling when you were a kid and a friend or parent helped you clean your room? There was something invigorating about having someone to do the work alongside, even if you were tackling most of the hard parts yourself. Sometimes it can be motivating to have a buddy to clean with; if your household cannot get involved or you live alone, watching an organizing or cleaning video can help put you in the mindset to tackle your mess. You can also find some helpful organizing and cleaning tips along the way.
