TEA productivity framework — Making the best of your time, energy, and attention ☕️🚀

You know that feeling when you set ambitious goals but end up achieving only a fraction of what you aimed for? 🏃🏻‍♀️📚💡

Only 1.9% who want to run a marathon actually do. Only 5% achieve their weight loss targets. Only 3% who wish you start a business actually do. And a mere 2% master a new language.

We all dream big, but how do we turn those dreams into reality? How do we become those fraction of people who turn out to be more productive?

There’re lots of productivity frameworks out there but here’s one that wins with its power of simplicity. It’s called the TEA framework.

TEA stand for Time, Energy, and Attention. Thanh Pham, the creator of this framework and host of the podcast The Productivity Show, rightfully calls them the three pillars of productivity.

Productivity is, after all, a result of the best use of your time, energy, and attention.

Let's see what happens when one of these pillars starts to tremble.

• If you have the time and attention but you lack physical, mental, or emotional energy, you feel exhausted.

• If you have time and energy but can’t seem to get things done, you are distracted.

• If you have energy as well as focus but not enough time, you feel overwhelmed.

So how do we make the best use of our time, energy, and attention? Let's break it down, shall we?

Time 🕰️

My favorite teacher once said, "Who has time? You need to dig out time from your day." Wise words indeed! 💡

We often let our days slip away without getting any real work done. But fear not, we can take charge.

Here's a tip: Think beyond now. How can you invest in time today so it saves you time tomorrow? e.g., Prepare newsletter ideas in advance, plan the meals menu for the week, and establish an evening ritual to plan the most important tasks for the next day.

Energy ⚡

Productivity craves energy — physical, mental, and emotional!

If you're feeling drained, it's best to recharge before diving into tasks. Get your body moving, take an outdoor break to refresh your mind, and ensure you're getting enough quality sleep. Remember, emotional energy matters too; happiness fuels your productivity engine!

Attention 👀

In this digital age, distractions are everywhere. But you have the power to steer your attention in the right direction.

Tune out the noise, silence those notifications, and dedicate your undivided attention to the task at hand. You'll be amazed by what you can achieve when you’re in a flow.

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So there you have it, the TEA framework to unlock your productivity potential ☕🏆

Take a moment to evaluate each pillar in your life, identify any stumbling blocks, and take actionable steps to improve. With TEA by your side, you'll be unstoppable in achieving your dreams! 💪💫

So which pillar are you going to supercharge first?