productivity
/ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvəti/The effectiveness of productive effort, measured as the amount of output per unit of input.
The company's productivity increased after implementing new software.
The company produced more output with the same resources.
Productivity is often measured in business and economics to assess efficiency.
The quality or state of being able to create or produce something useful.
Her productivity in writing has doubled since she started using a planner.
She writes twice as much now that she organizes her time better.
This definition emphasizes the ability to produce results.
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💡Pro Tip
Improving Productivity
To increase productivity, prioritize tasks, minimize distractions, and take regular breaks.
⚡Gold Rule
Productivity vs. Busyness
Being busy does not always mean being productive. Focus on results, not just activity.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'productivus', meaning 'productive', from 'productus' (past participle of 'producere', meaning 'to produce').
📝Usage Notes
Productivity is often used in business and economics to describe how well resources are used to create output. It can also refer to an individual's ability to complete tasks.