Productivity is essential to achieving success at both the individual and organizational levels. This 1-day workshop focuses on introducing participants to basic productivity practices that can enhance their performance and efficiency in the workplace. Through interactive sessions and practical activities, participants will learn how to manage their tasks, use tools for productivity improvement, and establish habits that promote sustained effectiveness.

Objective

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the key principles of productivity in a workplace context.
2. Identify and overcome common productivity barriers.
3. Apply basic productivity tools and techniques to manage tasks efficiently.
4. Develop habits that support continuous productivity improvement.
5. Measure personal productivity and take steps for improvement.

Outline

1. Understanding Productivity
a. Defining productivity and its impact on performance.
b. Productivity versus efficiency: Key differences and importance.
c. Common barriers to productivity at the workplace.

2. Basic Productivity Techniques
a. Task prioritization: Understanding the Pareto Principle (80/20 rule).
b. Breaking down tasks: The benefits of task batching and time blocking.
c. Using checklists and to-do lists to stay organized.

3. Tools for Productivity Improvement
a. Introduction to basic productivity tools (e.g., task management apps, calendar systems).
b. How to use technology to enhance productivity.
c. Overview of digital vs. analog tools and when to use each.

4. Developing Productive Habits
a. The role of habits in sustaining productivity.
b. Building habits through the Habit Loop (cue, routine, reward).
c. How to break unproductive habits and replace them with productive ones.

5. Measuring and Monitoring Productivity
a. Setting productivity metrics: How to measure success.
b. Using feedback and reflection to assess personal productivity.
c. Continuous improvement: The role of Kaizen in personal productivity.

Who should attend

This course is designed for anyone looking to adopt simple, practical strategies to boost their personal and professional productivity.

Methodology

• Interactive Lecture
• Case Studies & Real-World Scenarios
• Tools Demonstration & Use
• participants to practice productivity techniques.

Swing Goh's Profile

DISC Flow® Certified Trainer | Keynote Speaker | Life Coach | People Developer | Facilitator | Change Consultant | Infopreneur

Swing Goh is a Facilitator, Speaker, People Developer, and Courseware Designer with nearly 18 years of extensive experience in hands-on Engineering, Quality, Project Management (in the manufacturing industry), and Customer Service within multinational corporations and various industrial sectors. Her diverse skill set, resourcefulness, and innovative approach make her a highly effective and inspiring facilitator in adult learning.

Swing excels in working within multi-cultural and diverse environments, which enhances her ability to connect with and relate to professionals from different backgrounds. This skill has contributed significantly to her success as a facilitator.

She facilitates WSQ Employability Skills, Generic Manufacturing, and Service Excellence modules, along with customized programs. Her clients include AB Scitex, AMK Town Council, ASME, Broadcom, CHASSasia, Dialog Asia, Evergreen Shipping, Food Empire, Food Junction, Fu Yu Manufacturing, Hexon Technology, Home Team Academy, Jurong Port, K Box, Leonian Holdings, Makino Asia, Maybank, MINDEF, New Port Duty-Free, Oil States Industries, Singapore Power, Singapore Technologies Marine Ltd, Swiss Precision, and Wine Connection, among others. In addition to her facilitation work, Swing is actively involved in courseware development and consultancy, including conducting Training Needs Analysis for corporate clients.

Swing holds a Master’s Degree in Engineering Science (Engineering Management) and a Diploma in Quality Assurance Engineering. She is a professional coach in Transformative Coaching, an International Coach Federation (ICF) approved training program, and is IBM certified in AI and Design Thinking.