I use Ivy Lee Method so I plan 6 tasks for each day of the work week, this really helps me stay focused. But, If im having a really hard day, i try to change my enviroment and work from coffee shop, from home and so on ☺️

If it's an "off" day, I allow it to be an "off" day and I don't try to pressure myself into being super productive on that day. That helps me get back into the groove of things, eventually.

For me, I make a list of all the small/quick tasks I have and do those, then just leave bigger tasks for the following day. It allows me to still do work and accomplish some things without feeling overwhelmed or burdened.

Might I suggest allocating tasks that align with your energy throughout the week? In the daily context, you might know if you have better focus in the early mornings, afternoon or evenings - and plan work accordingly What if you can apply the same methodology to your week and intentionally time-block less menial work for Weds to give yourself a break, while still getting things done?

I try to spend a few seconds to see myself portrayed as I dream of myself in the future. That gives me enough inspiration to bring the focus back again.

Usually, schedule a lot of meetings where I check back with the team or stuff I have delegated sometime back.

Same for me! I have a lot of energy on Monday/Tuesday and then Wednesday I feel like I need a break. So I accept that I can't be at 100% productivity all the time and embrace this. I do easier tasks that don't need a lot of brainpower so I can recharge for the next two days of the workweek. Or, because I have a flexible schedule, I work more hours on the days I feel productive and less hours when I don't.

I start doing 5-minute chores. Whenever I finish a task/chore, I give myself a mental self-five. Once you get used to being productive, it gets easier to continue the rest of the day.

Examine your activities on Monday and Tuesday and ensure you’re taking enough breaks from directed attention and getting enough sleep, and then perhaps you won’t feel as tired midweek. It’s better for health and wellness to have a balanced work protocol throughout the week then go hard and crash.

The first question to ask yourself is whether you really need to stay productive if it's an off day. It's okay to take it easy on some days. Rest is productive too.

For me, it’s sticking to the daily habits and routines I've built and not deviating from them. This helps me still feel productive even on off days.

I use a range of techniques such as: Pomodoro, social motivation, and time blocking and skill tracking to stay productive. (Bit of a shameless plug) In short I use: https://confluo.app

Pick a small task that you can accomplish quickly to build momentum and get your productivity going. That's what I usually do when I am having an off day.

I keep a running list of "want to do" projects that I don't typically have time for because they're not the highest priority. On a day where I'm feeling "off," pulling something that sounds fun from that list tends to let me accomplish something even if it's not 100% original to my to-do list for that week. Ex: making a database to track organic social media growth...it's not the most important thing on my list, but it is productive and helpful, and something I enjoy :) Other than that, I try to be gentle with myself on those days! Take lots of breaks to walk the dog, switch up where I'm working or work outside, treat myself to a coffee or my favorite lunch. No one can be 100% focused and productive 100% of the time, so give yourself grace to accomplish less sometimes...it's totally okay, and you'll get back on track the next day.

Turn the little things into rewards. Coffee = reward. Complete a task then get a cup of Joe. Gym = reward. Complete a big task then go clear your mind and toss some iron around. Even just getting up and stretching can be a reward.

I thought that I was the only one whose productivity decreased on Wednesday, but I read the comments and realized that I am not alone. Does anyone even stay productive on the weekends? I just want to lie down, order some food and take a bath.

I start by acknowledging we don’t control when things get hard, but we always control how we respond. On days like these, I like to start my day differently; today I took a new path walking to work. This kind of minor disruption is a great reset. The Stoics would often discuss a person's investment in "alive time" - quality time spent. I try to start my day with "alive time" (e.g. quality reading from a book or blog) and it gives me a boost of energy.

I leave my phone at my desk and just go outside for a walk. I find that most times 10 - 20 minutes of walking with my thoughts generally helps re-align my focus. When that doesn't work, I shut off all work-related stuff and do something else for 2 - 3 hours before sitting down at my desk again. It can be reading a book or playing video games or going to the gym. Anything but work.

Wednesday is a mid-day of the week, and most of the time, I feel very sleepy and lazy.

Lots of coffee ☕️