There’s so many times in life that we sit back and realize that despite using our time well, there’s still a lot of spare time we have. Just in case you’re not one of those who find that kind of time then there are two possibilities. Either your time is mismanaged or you really work 24/7. Being busy at all times may make you seem very involved in your work and other chores, but honestly does it spell out productivity.

What is productivity and is my life productive?

If you’re working in regular office jobs there’ll be times you’ll hear the word productive. The company gauges you on your productivity. It refers to the amount of work you can complete in a specified time. So each month you’ll be judged on your average handling time, attendance, discipline, timeliness, sales conversion and the likes. All of this is calculated and the company decides how productive you are for them. Truth is all of us strive real hard to be amongst the most productive employees at our work place. If this is true then why is it that we don’t gauge our personal life’s productivity?

The missing link

If we are so ready and willing to please at our work places which is just one aspect of our existence then why do we take things for granted around the people who matter the most. This is true in so many people’s lives. You’ll wake up, dress well and be willing to go that extra mile to finish your work and please the superiors. You create an impression amongst your colleagues and you’re well liked and appreciated at work. But is this the same at home? Do you make the same attempts to make sure your contribution and productive on the personal front match that of your workplace. At home you’re so relaxed because you can support on your family unit. You know that anything you leave undone or incomplete will be taken care of by someone around you.

The tell tale signs

This is how it is for most of us. If we’re expected to stay a little longer at work and finish a task, we may complain, but we’ll still complete it. However if your visiting your spouses family or have just gone out, why do we get agitated when expected to stay a little longer with the family? Why do our thoughts revolve around, how will I wake up in the morning, or I’m really running late, instead of just enjoying the moment?

The family cushion

Yes many times that’s what it really becomes. Each of our families however different they be, are the stronghold of our existence and that’s why we are here today. Every too often, we take this very family for granted. It’s our safe zone where everything we do is forgiven and everyone around you is making adjustments including you. A family is strong enough to survive anything and that’s why we just keep pushing the limits so often, what we don’t realize is the more we push, the, more they adjust. Friends and family make suggestions, but they don’t really complain even if they are hurting.

Review your productivity

Apart from the work front, you have a life, a very real existence and isn’t that what you’re working so hard for. Your attempt to strive for the better isn’t wrong but your negligence is. Do not neglect the people closest to you. Make yourself as useful around the house and be as involved in the lives of those around you. It’s a lot more rewarding and adds a beautiful meaning to your life. Let your productivity not just soar at work but let your life’s productivity be optimum. This isn’t as difficult as spending long hours at work. Spending family time, helping with household chores, dropping the kids to school, going to the fair with them, eating together at dinner, talking after along day, inquiring about friends and relatives, helping with the gardening, grocery shopping and even cleaning around the house builds your productivity at home.

So next time, don’t just sit back. Get up and do what it takes to make a difference