Some days you have so much to do, it's hard to accomplish anything.Everyone has moments of distraction and frustration when we realize we're focusing on the wrong things. We're working hard, but on the minor priorities that don't advance or improve our lives. Oh, boo-hoo. I hate getting off-track, too.
So here's what you do: Stop multitasking. Take a deep breath and give yourself a morning gone awry. Then get back in the game.
Hold fast to the rule that controls the quality of your present and future: Any activity that doesn't make your time function on your behalf in a long-term way can't come into play when you're facing multiple priorities. If you spin your wheels, you’ll miss the goal and you’ll be the only one accountable. So take control. Carpe imperium.
Do something positive to turn it all around, something that will bring your sequence for success back to reality: Make a magic list of 5. It's magic because as you write down what needs to happen, you become more motivated and stronger in your ability to make progress, and once you have that focus -- items on the list disappear.
Whether it's planning get-togethers for the upcoming holidays or preparing for your annual performance review, your true priorities become clear when you force your mind to lay them out in black and white. Once you have a list, you can concentrate on each task without feeling frazzled and pulled in multiple directions. When your list is complete for the day, not only will you have free time, you'll be able to enjoy it without wondering what you left hanging in the balance.
Make your list and enjoy your progress this afternoon.
xoxo
LT
