Before we provide tips, it's important to understand what productivity is. Productivity refers to the activities that an employee or machine can produce per unit of time (hour or year). Often, productivity in employees is difficult to measure. For example, with a machine, predictability is much greater. However, there are many adjustments you can make to help your employees do more. This is achieved by working smarter, not harder.

The term productivity is often confused with efficiency. What is the difference? Productivity is about working smarter, while efficiency is about doing the same work, or even more, with fewer resources. Productivity focuses on creating value and results, while efficiency aims to reduce costs; finding a cheaper way to get the work done.