Welcome to this IELTS Speaking practice page on Daily Routines and Productivity. This full test includes Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 questions designed to help you practise speaking about habits, time management, focus, work-life balance and healthy routines.
Part 1
Topics: Morning routines • Organisation • Free time
What’s the first thing you usually do after waking up?
Do you prefer mornings or evenings? Why?
How do you usually organise your day?
Do you think you manage your time well?
What helps you stay focused when you study or work?
How do you usually spend your weekends?
Part 2
In Part 2, you have one minute to prepare and then you need to speak for up to two minutes.
Describe a daily routine that helps you stay productive or healthy.
You should say:
• what it is
• when and where you do it
• how long you’ve been doing it
• and explain how it benefits you
Part 3
Why do some people find it difficult to maintain routines?
Do you think technology helps or harms productivity?
Should schools teach time management skills?
How can people avoid burnout?
Is work-life balance harder now than in the past? Why?
