I wondered, I was spending a lot of time on the desk - assuming I was making progress. But in reality - I’m consuming instead of progressing.
Spending 9 to 10 hours straight on the table is not actually progress. Focusing 4 to 5 hours is enough to close most of the to-dos of the day.
Same mistake, I’m repeating it to this day.
What changed? That’s your question right now.
Focused work - no distractions. Just work. In this case, you are about to save a lot of time and reduce the stress that occurs when switching between tasks. Focusing on one thing at a time is important.
Making realistic to-dos - it seems like 3 to 5 is good for your mental space to accelerate your outcome. If you plan for 10 to 20, you will always procrastinate and not make progress.
Never allow entertainment during your work hours, because one constant switch is enough to take you out of focus for longer than you think.
Try to work alone with your mind - no music, no entertainment, etc. It feels strange at first, but later, you will see the potential.
Time management - Don't assume you have unlimited hours. Treat your time as a scarce resource to accelerate your work and prioritize effectively.
These are the lessons I have learned from my own failures. I hope they prove helpful to others as well.