Productivity can be an elusive goal for all professionals, but for small business owners, there never seem to be enough minutes in the day. Whether it’s running reports, answering customer emails, pitching for new business, or dealing with admin, many entrepreneurs are left frustrated that they’re not making enough meaningful progress despite tackling tasks all-day-long. We asked four experts for their top tips on how “Soho” (small office/home office) business owners can boost productivity.
Have a routine
Business coach and growth specialist Kevin Riley finds that building structure into the working day helps keep entrepreneurs on track. “Humans are creatures of habit and the better our routine, the more productive we are,” he says. “I commute to work, even when I’m working from home, taking a 30-minute walk before my day starts and after logging off in the evening.”
