Are you someone who doesn’t use a to do list? Then I am in awe of you. I blame my Type A ways, but not having my tasks on a to do list gives me anxiety. As part of my New Year, New You series, I’ve been working behind the scenes testing some task management methods. The most important part of any to do list is actually doing the things. You can have the best to do list, most effective workflow, but if you’re not motivated or active, well, the best app in the world can’t help you. (PSA: if you’re not motivated because you suspect you may be suffering from depression, please seek help. Depression is not a joke, and there is no shame in getting help in whatever way works for you). Today, before Monday’s post reviewing the first method, I want to talk about how I keep a to do list. I’ve used various apps over the years, and I know there are three things that are “must haves” for me:
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2016 was a weird year. For starter’s we’ve had a REALLY strange presidential election (and I don’t need to explain the hot mess that has been). There were some good things, absolutely, but for me, I won’t necessarily remember this year fondly - very sick family, the loss of dear friends, even a hurricane that wreaked havoc in my neighborhood. And while I finally got to start my business this year, it wasn’t easy and not without its hard choices. I am ready for 2017. Granted, I love New Years for one big reason - resolutions. It’s the one time of year, it seems, where we’re all committed to doing something better. Some take it to the extreme, some claim not to do anything new, but there’s a renewed sense of hope in the air late December. I’m not under some grand vision that 2017 is going to be super easy and not without its own problems, but there’s something about a clean slate that makes me feel better. And well, I just can’t wait. So what now? Today, I’m kicking off a new series to get you ready for 2017 - a new year, and a new you. Sure, we’re two months out, but I’ve got so much to share. I’ve been working behind the scenes, trying out new productivity methods, checking out new apps, redesigning my work area, etc. I’m stoked to share what I find so you can hit your own resolutions hard, and I’ll be offering some freebies along the way. You can sign up here to be emailed when I post updates (or in the sidebar). Don’t worry, I won’t spam you. Join me back here Thursday, when we’ll talk about the to do list and how to start mastering yours. I’ve been trying out a few methods to give you a no BS stance on what works, and what doesn’t. Let's make 2017 your best year yet. You can subscribe to my mailing list here. You can also follow me on Twitter or Pinterest. If you’re in need of a virtual operations manager, check out my FAQs or available services, then head over to my consultation page so we can connect.
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