Parkinson's law: What it is and how it affects your productivity

Productivity and work efficiency can always use some improvement. If you are looking for a way to work more efficiently and better organise your day so as to be more productive, Parkinson's law is something you should take into account. It is a kind of paradox that concerns each and every one of us and has an impact on the way we plan and perform tasks. So what is Parkinson's law and what role does it play in our productivity?