25-05-2025
4 ways high-achievers use tech to get more done
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Technology can be a double-edged sword. The right amount can fuel productivity, but too much can become a time waste. As with most things, the key is striking a healthy balance. Unfortunately, the deck is stacked against you. Apps and websites are designed to grab and hold your attention. So, how do successful people resist?
'High-achievers use technology as a tool, not a distraction,' says Sachin Puri, chief growth officer at the web-hosting provider Liquid Web. 'They make productivity apps their first priority, plan for intentional screen time, and select platforms intentionally. They may spend lots of time on screens, but they set boundaries where they need to, so that technology enhances their performance, rather than slowing it down.'
To determine how high-achievers leverage tech, Liquid Web surveyed six-figure earners who excel in their careers to discover the habits and strategies they use to maximize productivity and minimize time wasting. Here's what they found:
They Are Intentional with Screen Time
High-achievers spend an average of seven hours a day on their computers, which is a good chunk of time. However, they are primarily focused on activities that fall under the 'productivity' umbrella, choosing sites that enhance and not hinder their career growth.
