Published by Leonardo Calcagno
Who are you:
Hi! I’m Itziar Martín
Your current job:
I have a small brand called ZetaGlass and I do glassworks.
In which city are you located?
I’m in Madrid, Spain
A word to define what kind of worker you are:
Perfectionist.
What tools are essential to your life (app, software, etc…)
My hands are the most important tool, my entire work is handmade. Also I usually use pencil, paper, glass cutter… apps to edit photos on my phone and my laptop… and internet, of course.
What does your office space look like?
My workspace is very small, basically there is a big secondhand table and behind there are shelves with all my tools and equipment that I need. I have a window on the right and the walls are white.
What kind of music do you listen when you are working?
I listen to the radio while I am doing glasswork. When I’m in front of my laptop I listen to all kind of music on Spotify, pop, rock, soundtracks….
Do you have a way to organize your day to maximize your work?
I make a “to do” list every day and I usually start with the more important task or the easiest one.
What tips would you give to improve productivity?
First, get organized before you start the day. Start on one thing at a time and don’t leave things half.
You’re better than your colleagues to:
I don’t know if I am better than others in something, but I consider myself meticulous.
What is the best advice anyone has given you?
You have to have a good online shop, haha.
What is your best tip for saving time?
Not checking social networks while you work and keep tidy your workspace.
What is your routine start and end of the day?
I wake up at the same time like my daughter. I give her breakfast and I prepare for her day. Then, I have breakfast, I check my social networks and I organize the day. At the end of the day, I have dinner with my husband while we watching any series or movie.
Aside from your computer and your phone, what gadget can you not you go without?
I need an agenda or notebook to record things.