Productivity Terms

noun the ability to accomplish something with the least amount of time, resources, or effort

• The new software system has significantly improved the efficiency of our operations.
• Using this new tool really helps us get things done faster and better.
• This new app is a game-changer in terms of getting stuff done more efficiently.
• His ability to multitask with such ease is a testament to his efficiency in handling tasks.

adjective characterized by intense activity, confusion, or haste

• The past few weeks have been incredibly hectic at the office due to the upcoming deadline.
• It's been so hectic trying to juggle work, school, and social life lately.
• My schedule has been super hectic lately, I barely have time to breathe.
• His mind was a hectic mess of thoughts and worries, making it hard for him to focus on anything else.

noun a person's job or work

preposition to be burdened or encumbered by something

• Many employees labor under the misconception that they are entitled to unlimited sick leave.
• I can't believe they still labor under the impression that the meeting is at 2 PM.
• Don't labor under the delusion that you can get away with skipping class.
• She seemed to labor under the weight of the world on her shoulders.

verb to provide someone with a reason for acting in a particular way

adjective providing someone with a reason for acting in a particular way

• The employees were highly motivated to meet the project deadline.
• I'm feeling really motivated to start working out again.
• She's so pumped and motivated to ace her exams.
• His passion for music motivated him to pursue a career as a musician.

verb to delay or postpone action; put off doing something

• It is important to manage your time effectively and not procrastinate on important tasks.
• I always procrastinate on studying for exams until the last minute.
• I tend to put things off and procrastinate way too much.
• Procrastinating is like borrowing time from your future self, with interest.

noun the state or quality of being able to produce or achieve a lot

adjective describing something that is able to produce or achieve a lot

• The team had a very productive meeting and came up with several innovative ideas.
• I always feel more productive when I work in the morning.
• Let's hustle and get this project done - time to be super productive!
• His mind was a productive garden, constantly growing new thoughts and ideas.

noun A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

verb A verb is a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being.

adverb An adverb is a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb.

preposition A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence.

• I have a list of tasks to do before the end of the day.
• I've got stuff to do, but I'll get it done.
• I have a bunch of things to do, but I'll knock them out.
• I have a mountain of work to do, but I'll climb it one step at a time.

adjective describing something that does not produce desired results or outcomes

• The team's unproductive work ethic led to missed deadlines.
• I feel so unproductive when I procrastinate all day.
• I was totally slacking off and being unproductive at work today.
• His unproductive mindset was like a roadblock to progress.

noun A number that represents a time period of working 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., six days a week, typically associated with the tech industry in China

• Many companies in the tech industry have been criticized for their adherence to the 996 work schedule.
• I heard that startup expects their employees to work 996, that's crazy!
• I can't believe they're still pulling 996 at that company, it's so unfair.
• Working 996 feels like being on a never-ending treadmill with no rest in sight.

noun a thing or activity that consumes a lot of time and is perceived as unproductive or wasteful

• The new software program turned out to be a real time suck for the employees.
• Watching reality TV shows can be a major time suck.
• Scrolling through social media is such a time suck.
• Negativity can be a real time suck, draining your energy and motivation.

verb to record or write in a diary or journal

• It is important to diarize all upcoming meetings and events in order to stay organized.
• I always diarize my appointments so I don't forget them.
• I need to diarize that party next weekend so I don't double book myself.
• She liked to diarize her thoughts and feelings in a journal to keep track of her emotions.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

• I am sorry, but I have no time to attend the meeting tomorrow.
• I have no time to hang out this weekend, I have a lot of work to do.
• I ain't got no time for drama in my life right now.
• She had no time for negativity in her life, so she surrounded herself with positive people.

noun Morning lark can also refer to a person who wakes up early in the morning feeling energetic and ready to start the day.

• The morning lark was already singing when I woke up at dawn.
• I envy morning larks who can wake up so early without an alarm.
• My friend is a total morning lark, she's always up at the crack of dawn.
• Being a morning lark in a family of night owls, I always feel like I'm on a different schedule.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, indicating manner, time, place, or degree

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence

article a word that specifies and limits a noun

• It is important to work to good purpose in order to achieve success in any endeavor.
• If you want to get anywhere in life, you've got to work to good purpose.
• You gotta hustle and work to good purpose if you wanna make it big.
• Just like a well-oiled machine, everything falls into place when you work to good purpose.

noun A list of tasks or activities that need to be done

adjective Relating to tasks or activities that need to be done

• I have a long list of tasks on my to-do list that need to be completed by the end of the week.
• I've got a bunch of stuff on my to-do list that I need to get done ASAP.
• I've got a million things on my to-do list that I need to knock out today.
• His to-do list was like a mountain, seemingly impossible to conquer.