Productivity Series: All about Small Businesses

Last week, we kicked off a new blog series that looks at business productivity and what it ultimately means for those working in the construction industry. We kicked it off last week by looking at the importance of scheduling.

While the ideal workday looks different for everyone, the Clockwise Workplace Scheduling Report reveals some core principles that underpin a well-managed schedule including:

• Intentional scheduling that aligns with energy levels
• Balancing deep work with collaboration
• Strategic approach to meetings
• Incorporating breaks
• Creating structures for both the individual and the business

Today, let’s turn our attention specifically to productivity in small businesses. There are so many small businesses in the construction industry, and it is essential to consider how these businesses might work together to boost productivity. Another new report from Zoom digs the state of productivity, specifically in small-to-medium-sized businesses. Here’s what it found:

Too much busy work: 75 ...