The fundamental flaw of to-do lists is that they assume we have unlimited time, leading us to add tasks at our discretion.
The most common phrase we hear is “I don’t have the time.”
There are some aspects of our lives in which we struggle with this phrase. You can start organizing your life with a to-do list, but why do these lists also have a negative connotation?
It usually happens in two ways. First, your mental state may worsen either because you become overwhelmed with the list or because you create the list but cannot find a way to implement it.
You can become more stressed and disillusioned if you don’t know how to use to-do lists effectively.
The highest performers increase their productivity with measurable results. Remember that to-do lists don’t work because they exist in a vacuum. They are not grounded in reality.
Here it is if you’re looking for a more reliable and proven method.
1. List down & document the following four commandments.
Make sure you write down your tasks on paper or in an app.
Prioritize your tasks: When working on an extensive list of tasks, decide which ones should be completed in what order. The Eisenhower matrix can help you in case you’re having trouble. Your life will be made more accessible, and your weeks and days will flow more smoothly with this tool.
Find the people who can help you achieve them: create a list of people who are required to assist you in completing the tasks or gaining knowledge to reach your end goal. Remember, getting to your plan is KEY and not the goal itself.
The most straightforward way to help people is to find out where they need assistance. Donating your time, money, or energy to help others not only makes the world a better place but also makes you a better person.
Please take note of distractions as they occur: Pomodoro is an effective method for building your focus, staying productive, and completing tasks promptly.
2. Show off your boss skills.
I love this one. There is a new boss in your office — it’s you. Make a report every week to yourself:
What were your successes?
What did you do wrong?
Make sure you determine “why” for both.
3. Keep your focus on success.
The quote from Anthony Robbins is so apt to my life.
That past does not equal the future. Because you failed yesterday; or all day today; or a moment ago; or for the last six months; the last sixteen years; or the last fifty years of life, it doesn’t mean anything. All that matters is — What will you do right now?
Time management is paramount to achieving your goals and the workflow to reach them.
Time management is how you measure and improve your personal and business performance.
Behavioral management is how you measure and enhance personal performance.
In his book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, Greg McKeown advocates doing less but better, so you can make the highest possible contribution.
“Simplicity boils down to two steps: Identify the essential. Eliminate the rest.” — Leo Babauta
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