Going to the office often means getting stuck in traffic for hours or being squeezed into crowded public transport. Commuting can feel like wasted hours that drain your energy and productivity. For many, the travel itself nearly takes two hours one way, making the journey even more exhausting.
While you may not be able to reduce traffic or cut down your travel time, adopting smart habits during office travel can make a big difference. With little planning, you can turn this lost time into a productive moment.
Here are eight smart things you can do while travelling to the office to save time.
- Plan your day: Instead of waiting to reach your desk, use your travel time to create a to-do list on your phone, prioritise meetings or set up reminders for important tasks. So, once you reach the office, you already know your plan and can start working without wasting any more time.
- Catch up on emails and messages: You can use your travel time to clear your inbox. Respond to pending emails, mark important ones for later, and delete unnecessary ones.
- Listen to podcasts: Turn your travel time productive. Listen to podcasts on topics ranging from industry trends to personal growth to help you stay informed.
- Learn new things: There are platforms that provide micro-courses designed for busy schedules. You can pick up new skills, learn a language, or watch some tutorials that can help boost personal and professional growth.
- Brainstorm: While scheduling your day, jot down quick pointers or ideas that come to mind.
So, instead of just sitting in traffic or idly browsing through your phone, you can listen to podcasts or audiobooks to learn new things, catch up on emails.
In addition to this, you can also use meditation apps and music to relax your mind.
And when you’re not driving, you can also plan your day. These minor adjustments can improve the efficiency of your travel, save you time, and lower your stress levels.
(Edited by : Sudarsanan Mani)
