I don’t know about you, but I have about 40 plates spinning at once.
And sometimes, my list of things that need to get done seems longer than my day.
When that happens, I remind myself of things that have worked for me in the past to be more productive and remedy the problem:
- I schedule an appointment with myself to catch up.
- I eliminate distractions, just as if I was working with a client. I don’t take phone calls, check email, or look to see what’s going on in the world while I’m in productive time
- I create a check list, picking off three things that need to be done right away, and focus on them
- I create a productive environment. That could mean opening a window (or closing one), turning on some enlivening music (or eliminating all outside noise), getting myself something snack on, etc. The key is finding what energizes me in the moment.
- I make a game of it! I choose to see how quickly I can get something done, or how many things I can get done before the top of the hour, or something similar. And I reward myself when I win!
- I work long hours if I need to. Lord knows I done it before, and I can do it again.
There, that should help.
The value of getting stuff done is not just in having a more productive day, pleasing clients, etc. – it is also in the feeling of personal empowerment that comes from being in control. It removes a lot of shadow energy, and releases even more productive energy for tomorrow.
So make your list, create your environment, and dive in. You can do it!
And Keep being Awesome!
– Paul
P.S. If you could use some help developing a plan to complete some of the major tasks on your plate, need some support in staying focused, or you want someone to roll up their sleeves with you, just give me a call at 415.997.8001. I can help.
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