Efficiency Tip: A Simple List

We are all very busy. It doesn't matter what we do or how well we do it. there are many tasks to juggle and responsibilities to fulfill. How can we get them all done. The simple answer is, "You can't." But that doesn't really help anything but anxiety.

Here's a simple way to help get things done. Make a list. Make a list of everything you need to do. It can include repetitive tasks like going to the post office and generating regular reports if these are in your purview. From this list compose a smaller list consisting of things to get done short-term. This can include the daily tasks AND the special projects that can get crossed off once completed.

Develop a routine to help accomplish these tasks. Budget time according to the task. Leave a lot of time in your schedule for the variables; the non-routine tasks that can be completed. Some things are like laundry and email: there is always more to be done or read. Budget a set time for these. Other things can be done once (or once in a while). Get these done as well. Make sure anything with a due date is done on time.

And here's the best ting about making a list: Anything not done can be put on the list for tomorrow. If the listed item is taking too long to complete, give it a due date and get it done. Anything that is on your list for more than a week is taking too long to complete. Otherwise, keep it on the list and finish it in the next day or two.

If your list includes too many items that are left from day to day you can use some help getting your tasks and routine organized. I can help with that. There IS a way to get it done. I am here to help. Email me at yoram@efficientandorganized.com to ask questions. I look forward to hearing from you.

Until then, stay organized.