Hey all. I had a period when I had problems to get something done. One piece of advice is to arrange a lot of lists, for example: * lists of article directories * list of keywords to promote on a list of blogs * make a huge list of general things that needs a fix and put a [x] on each task as you work It's motivating me because I can see how much I actually do. And it's really easy to get started when you already have all lists, no need to start making researches.
Exactly! It gives you a sense of accomplishment. Plus if I don't keep a list, I forget half of the thing that run through my mind that need to be done.
I make lists too - usually they work fine, only when they get too long I get discouraged! Do you reward yourself when you achieve something? Like sitting in the sunshine for a while or make a phonecall that lifts you up etc Another way is to tell a friend: I plan to do this or that by then ... and then tell them what you did in that period of time. Works well with me! I don't want to be a fool when I report back, so I do something ... more than usual!
Lists are good. Completing List is better. Some people are list peopla, I am and some people seem to have everything in a jumbled mess but still seem to accomplish everything and are happy
I still prefer to relax myself first,and then get to work again.What's more,form the sense of responsibility of your work.That will help you put your work at first regardless of how bad is your feeling.
Steve Powers, I really agree with the last part. Don't be stupid, just do the work no matter how bad you're feeling. When you're done, it feels like you went beyond what could possible be expected from you.
Just wanted to say reading this thread makes me want to utilize lists more and get going on my projects! Thank you for that.
Notes and list are essential - help pour all the stuff from your mind on to paper and be more organised and focused. Simple task but often can be overlooked - so much time can be just wasted with out some sort if set plan or goal list. Im forever writing down in either a checklist of things to do or a notepad where if i get idea i will write down to check out later. You never know when that idea will occur and clearing your mind is better for gettin a good night sleep with out too much brain overload. Fear of failure has always driven me to achieve what i set out to do - that and havin other people telling you will not be able to do something, its good to prove them wrong......... The feeling of satisfaction is awesome but then you get on to the next task
A good cup of coffee make miracles in my case And of course a task plan because in this way I will be aware all the time with the things I must do.