Monday, April 21, 2014

Summary

*1. Use the 80/20 rule to identify important tasks.
 
*2. Relate every action to a S.M.A.R.T. goal.
 
*3. Capture your ideas whenever they pop up.
 
*4. Create a 43 folders system in your home to process paperwork.
 
*5. Create lists for every multi-step project.
 
*6. Create checklists for routine tasks.
 
*7. Batch similar tasks into single blocks.
 
*8. Single-handle every process and task.
 
*9. Do a review for a few hours each week.
 
*10. Do a monthly review to closely examine your activities.
 
*11. Say “no” to low priority activities.
 
*12. Track your progress and successes.
 
*13. Start your day with the “most important things”(MITs).
 
*14. Prioritize using the ABCDE method.
 
*15. Create a sense of urgency with a time-blocking technique.
 
* 16. Become publicly accountable for your goals.
 
* 17. Start exceedingly small with a new or routine task.
 
* 18. Reward yourself when reaching a milestone.
 
* 19. Develop a project-based skill.
 
* 20. Get secondhand motivation by listening to inspiring shows.
 
* 21. Practice visualization techniques when you feel unmotivated.
 
* 22. Be patient with the process of improving your life.
 

* 23. Take the 30-Day Challenge to change one habit at a time.

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