Day 6 – Three Tasks

October 17, 2010

Begin each morning with a list of my three most important tasks.

I am always more productive when I begin my day with a plan. I like to have a simple list of the three important tasks that I will complete during the day.

My to-do list actually contains a dozen or more items, but it helps to focus on those three priorities where I know my time and energy will yield the greatest results. Then, as time permits, I can work on the other items on my list.

The tasks on my daily to-do list are actionable items developed in the final step of project planning. They represent the very next actions I can take towards completing a project that often requires several days or weeks to implement.

Having three tasks keeps me focused on the very next steps I can take, and that helps to eliminate procrastination and other excuses for not getting my work done.

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