English B1 Plus - Getting Things Done

Complete the blanks in the text with the following words: treat - divide - thoughtful - early - productivity - energy Being productive is key in every area of life. To increase your 1) ___ you can start by writing down the tasks you want to complete in a day. Then tick off each task as you complete it. But to get through the whole list you need 2) ___ , so make sure you eat and sleep well and exercise regularly. Another way to motivate yourself is by promising yourself a 3) ___ once you have completed everything. Also remember that it doesn’t mean you are not helpful or 4) ___ to others if you find a quiet place to focus on your tasks. Don’t set yourself too challenging tasks because it is more likely you will give up. Instead you could 5) ___ big tasks into smaller ones. Find the periods in your day when you do very little and try to tick off some tasks from your list. Time spent on the train or bus is an example. Finally, try to tick off some tasks 6) ___ on in the day; this way you will feel confident about completing them all by the end of the day.