The HEN Live on ‘Choose Business Over Busyness: Productivity Hack for Women
‘ was led by Neetu V Bansal, sales coach & Founder of Business Karya and Our guest, Kavitha, the Coach, a productivity expert, where the discussion emphasized strategic action over mere busyness, highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities women face in managing their time and energy.
In a world that often glorifies “hustle culture” and demands constant peak performance, women are frequently left wondering how to balance it all
In a recent YouTube live session, “Choose Business over Business: Productivity Hacks for Women,” two inspiring women, productivity expert Kavitha and sales coach Neetu Bansal dove deep into the specific challenges women face and offered practical, actionable strategies for achieving true productivity – not just busyness.
Unlock your true potential with insights tailored to the female experience.
Don’t miss this insightful YouTube Live!
Key Topics discussed were:
- The Power of Implementation: How to turn knowledge into action.
- Balancing Work and Life: Strategies for achieving work-life harmony.
- Boosting Productivity: Tips and tricks to maximize your time and energy.
Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity where experts distills their invaluable insights, debunking common myths and offering a roadmap for women to thrive, not just survive.
Let’s draw inspiration from the experience of Gunjan and Kavitha, to unlock our full potential.
Understanding Your Personal Productivity
Kavitha stressed that productivity isn’t one-size-fits-all.
It’s deeply personal and varies significantly between individuals, particularly between men and women.
Traditional productivity advice, often designed around male biological rhythms, can be ineffective and even lead to burnout for women. Kavitha helps women discover their own definition of productivity and how to achieve it.
Kavitha helps women discover their own definition of productivity and how to achieve it.
The Gender Factor: Biological Rhythms and Unpaid Labor
In this session we explored how women’s infradian rhythm (menstrual cycle) significantly impacts energy levels and productivity throughout the month, unlike men’s circadian rhythm.
Furthermore, the disproportionate amount of unpaid labor women often shoulder adds another layer of complexity to the productivity equation.
Beyond Balance: Embracing Work-Life Harmony
The concept of “work-life harmony” was introduced, shifting the focus away from the often-unattainable “work-life balance.”
Harmony acknowledges that different aspects of life require varying levels of attention at different times.
Women can strategically prioritize key areas, reducing guilt and maximizing efficiency by consciously deciding where to allocate their time and energy based on current needs, whether it’s family, business, or personal well-being.
Debunking Productivity Myths
Kavitha challenged the idea that women are naturally better at multitasking, explaining that it’s actually detrimental to brain function.
The impact of major life stages (menarche, marriage, motherhood, and menopause) on productivity was also discussed, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and adapting to these transitions.
Even sleep needs differ, with women generally requiring more sleep than men.
Tracking and Planning: Practical Tools for Success
Kavitha shared a valuable resource: a free tracker available on her website (kavithathecoach.com) designed specifically for women to understand their personal productivity cycles.
This tool helps align activities with energy levels and hormonal phases for more effective planning. She also suggested simple ways to track daily energy levels, like using WhatsApp messages.
The menstrual cycle was highlighted as a key factor, with week four being ideal for planning and week one for rest.
The Importance of a Supportive Environment
The “biology of belief” was discussed, emphasizing the importance of creating a supportive environment for new habits and goals.
This includes understanding individual chronotypes (morning larks vs. night owls) and scheduling tasks for peak productivity times.
Just like a seedling needs the right conditions to thrive, new habits require a supportive environment to take root.
Key Takeaways for Entrepreneurs from the Live Session:
- Productivity is Personal: It’s not a one-size-fits-all concept. Define what productivity means to you.
- Gender Matters: Women’s biological rhythms (infradian rhythm) differ from men’s (circadian rhythm) and significantly impact energy and productivity levels throughout the month.
- Acknowledge Unpaid Labor: Factor in the significant amount of unpaid work women often do, which is often overlooked in traditional productivity advice.
- Embrace Work-Life Harmony: Strive for harmony, not perfect balance. Prioritize different areas of life at different times, reducing guilt and focusing on what matters most.
- Debunking Myths: Challenge common productivity myths, especially the idea that multitasking is effective (it’s actually detrimental). Recognize the impact of life stages (menarche, marriage, motherhood, menopause) on productivity.
- Track Your Cycle & Energy: Use a tracker (like the one offered by Kavitha) to understand your personal productivity cycle and align activities accordingly. Track daily energy levels for better planning.
- Plan Strategically: Week four of the menstrual cycle is ideal for planning, while week one is best for rest.
- Create a Supportive Environment: Understand your chronotype (morning lark or night owl) and schedule tasks during peak productivity times. Nurture new habits like a seedling.
- Self-Compassion is Key: Be kind to yourself. Forgive past setbacks and approach your productivity journey with self-compassion. This is the most important first step.
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The First Step: Self-Compassion
The session concluded with a powerful message: The first and most crucial step toward improved productivity is self-compassion.
- Forgiving past perceived failures and approaching the journey with kindness are essential for creating lasting change.
- Be kind to yourself, acknowledge the unique challenges you face, and celebrate your progress along the way.
By taking these steps and drawing inspiration from the experience of Gunjan and Kavitha, you can unlock your full potential.
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Article Contribution by – Sapna Garg
