{"id":11544,"date":"2023-09-11T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-11T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/?p=11544"},"modified":"2023-09-11T13:13:53","modified_gmt":"2023-09-11T17:13:53","slug":"10-productivity-proverbs-to-help-you-get-more-done","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/10-productivity-proverbs-to-help-you-get-more-done\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Productivity Proverbs to Help You Get More Done"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Do you want to get more done<\/a> at work and at home on a regular basis?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you looking for some good old fashioned, practical, and no-nonsense advice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this post, you’ll find my favorite ten proverbs about work and getting things done.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A proverb is a collection of words, or a saying, with a practical lesson to be learned or heeded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sadly, proverbs are not as popular as they were years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is unfortunate because the lessons proverbs teach about everyday life and work habits<\/a> are truly priceless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These short and sweet statements sum up the ways of the world and the human condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply the sayings to any situation in life, be it a work, career, school, or personal issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, you might say proverbs are the original productivity tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A stitch in time saves nine.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is one of my favorite proverbs. What if you catch a problem at the right point in time and take care of it promptly? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll save yourself from lots of work and\/or headaches in future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A watched pot never boils.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The more time you spend focusing intently over something, the more time it will take for said item to be resolved. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes you have to let things take care of themselves\u2026and do something else in the meantime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve got to make the most of what you have in your life right here, right now. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The value of what you have right now is greater than that which is slightly, or completely, out of your reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t put the cart before the horse.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It doesn\u2019t make sense to try to do things out of sequence; your results won\u2019t be very fruitful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is a certain order that must be followed whether you\u2019re dealing with carts and horses, or thoughts<\/a>, data, and presentations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make hay while the sun shines.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a time and a place for everything. Including if you want to get more done in a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should take advantage of conditions when they are right for the work you want to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conditions can quickly change from one moment to the next, so you\u2019d better get to it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Haste makes waste.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Working quickly and sloppily isn\u2019t the best way to get things done. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll not only waste your time and effort, but you may also needlessly waste money, materials, or other people\u2019s time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slow down and take your time.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t put off to tomorrow what you can do today.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the difference between doing something today<\/a> versus tomorrow? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps the only thing that stands between you and finishing your work is procrastination, resentment, or unavoidable delays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whatever your situation may be, time is of the essence. Tomorrow will be today before you know it.\u00a0Take action today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t put all your eggs in one basket.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s tempting to put all your energies and efforts into one main container, project or basket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should there be even the slightest of problems, you\u2019re going to have to spend time<\/a> dealing with errors and the consequences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider making a contingency plan or two in case things don\u2019t go as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The squeaking wheel gets the oil.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Quick question: do you fix items that aren\u2019t broken? Of course not! You leave them as-is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s more important to turn your attention<\/a> to items and situations that actually need your time, energy, and resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nothing ventured, nothing gained.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you do nothing, you get nothing. You might as well get out there and make, do, or create something. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll never know how things might turn out if you don\u2019t give it a try\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How about you? Which of the above proverbs are your favorites? Join the conversation and leave a comment below!<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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