Productivity Style Test: Multitasker, Goal-Oriented, Task-Oriented, Time Blocker, or Spontaneous

1. How do you prioritize your tasks?

I write to-do lists.
I focus on my main goal.
I typically juggle several tasks at once.
I schedule time blocks for each task.
I do whatever feels most pressing at the moment.

2. How do you approach complex projects?

I break it down into manageable tasks and tackle them one by one.
I keep my eye on the end goal and plan backward from there.
I work on multiple parts of the project at the same time.
I have defined time blocks for each task and work only for the allotted time before moving on.
I need to feel inspired to get started.

3. How do you deal with feeling overwhelmed by workload?

I break down my workload into manageable chunks and only focus on one task at a time.
I keep my eye on the prize and keep pushing forward.
I switch between tasks.
I analyze my schedule to see how I can fit everything in.
I can work long hours when I feel like it, and I take breaks when needed.

4. How do you deal with approaching deadlines?

I focus on deadline-critical tasks.
I just think of the overall result and work toward it.
I work on several tasks at once to make sure everything is moving toward completion.
I block time by removing all interruptions and complete the project.
I work intensely in bursts when I feel productive.

5. How do you plan your workweek?

I prepare to-do lists that contain all the tasks I need to get done.
I think about my goals for the week.
I work on all my tasks without worrying too much about prioritizing.
I break down each day into time blocks and assign tasks to each block.
I like to keep things flexible and adjust as I go.

6. What do you do when you hit a wall with a particular task?

I break my tasks down into even more manageable steps.
I try to find another approach to get the desired outcome.
I switch to another task to keep the momentum going.
I try to solve it for the allotted amount of time and then move on to the next scheduled task regardless of the result.
I take a break from the task and then come back to it when I feel ready.

7. What do you do when a project takes too long to complete?

I focus on my tasks, knowing that they will eventually be done.
I motivate myself by focusing on the end goal.
I switch between different tasks to prevent boredom.
I stick to my schedule.
I follow my natural energy cycles working only when my energy is at its peak.

8. How do you plan a big event?

I prepare a checklist of everything that needs to be done and work through that checklist.
I think of the ultimate purpose of the event and work backward from there.
I keep multiple event pieces moving at the same time.
The first thing I think of is how much time I have. Then I break the available time into time blocks and assign a task to each block that can be completed within that time frame.
I work on it when I feel excited about it. I can pull very long hours when I am excited about something.

9. What is most motivating about your projects?

Checking tasks off my to-do list.
The feeling of getting closer to my goals.
The stimulation I get from juggling different tasks at once.
The feeling of control that I get from being able to stick to my schedule.
The excitement I get from working when inspired.

10. How do you deal with sudden increases in your workload?

As always, I break my workload into tasks and decide how to prioritize them.
I focus only on what needs to be done to reach the main goal.
I multitask trying to handle everything at once.
I look at my schedule and figure out how to fit everything.
I only do what I feel I can do at the moment.

11. How do you decide whether your workday was productive?

I’ve completed all the tasks on my list.
I am closer to my goal than I was yesterday.
I’ve completed many different tasks.
I’ve done everything that was planned for the day.
I’ve made any progress no matter how small or big, scheduled or unscheduled.

12. What do you do when you have multiple deadlines?

Each project is broken down into tasks.
I only focus on the most important deadline.
I work on all projects simultaneously.
I focus on the deadlines and work backward to schedule all the tasks that need to be completed before that.
I work on whatever inspires me in the moment.

13. What’s your strategy when dealing with repetitive tasks?

I write my to-do lists and complete these tasks one by one.
I focus on the reason why I am doing this.
I perform repetitive tasks alongside other tasks to prevent myself from getting bored.
I just schedule them into my routine as usual.
I work in bursts, so I wait until I feel particularly energetic to tackle them at once.

14. What do you do when you finish your tasks early?

I write new to-do lists.
I evaluate how much closer I am to my ultimate goal.
I stay busy with multiple smaller tasks anyway.
I use this time to plan my new schedule.
I relax or do whatever feels right at the moment.

15. How do you decide what to prioritize?

I write a list of all tasks and evaluate them based on their impact and deadlines.
I only worry about those tasks that bring me closer to the goal.
I don’t prioritize; I work on several tasks at the same time.
I focus on the deadlines and decide based on that.
I go with whatever feels important at the moment.