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Stop holiday emergencies before they start (To do today)
December 4, 2008, 1:30 pm
Filed under: Productivity, Simplicity | Tags: holidays, list, Lists, lists for life, proactive
Filed under: Productivity, Simplicity | Tags: holidays, list, Lists, lists for life, proactive
1. Check all your prescriptions and refill as necessary
2. Restock cleaning and trash removal products
3. Schedule a hair cut
4. Clear out a space for temporary storage in your garage or basement
5. Get your oil changed and tires inspected
6. Balance your checkbook
7. Put a block of “me time” on your calendar each week
What can you do today to make the holiday month go more smoothly?
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List by Lists for Life contributor Stephanie Mitchell.
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Top 10 Lists to Have
- Things to do today
- General things to do
- Waiting for
- Things lent out to people
- Someday/maybe
- Goals
- Personal Achievements
- Wishlist
- Ideas
- Quotes
What lists do you keep?
10 Things to Keep at Your Desk to Prevent Stress
September 24, 2008, 12:00 pm
Filed under: Health, Productivity | Tags: desk, list, Lists, lists for life, stress
Filed under: Health, Productivity | Tags: desk, list, Lists, lists for life, stress
- Small sewing kit.
- Over-the-counter medications you often take.
- Bus or cab fare.
- Shelf stable snacks (for late nights).
- Can of soup (for missed lunches).
- Plastic bag (for extra hauling).
- Umbrella.
- Change of shirt.
- Extra device chargers.
- Nail clipper and/or file.
What do you keep at your desk?
This is a Guest List from Lists for Life reader Steph. Thanks Steph!
5 Online GTD Applications to Consider
September 23, 2008, 12:00 pm
Filed under: Productivity | Tags: apps, GTD, list, Lists, lists for life, Productivity, web 2.0
Filed under: Productivity | Tags: apps, GTD, list, Lists, lists for life, Productivity, web 2.0
- Google notebook (http://notebook.google.com)
- Simple GTD (http://www.simpleGTD.com)
- Remember the Milk (http://www.rememberthemilk.com/)
- Neptune (http://www.neptuneHQ.com)
- Toodledo (http://www.toodledo.com)
What online GTD application do you use?
This is a Guest List from Marco Martinez from Manilenio.com. Thanks Marco!
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
September 17, 2008, 8:11 pm
Filed under: Productivity | Tags: covey, habits, list, Lists, lists for life
Filed under: Productivity | Tags: covey, habits, list, Lists, lists for life
- Be Proactive.
- Begin with the End In Mind.
- Put First Things First
- Think Win/Win
- Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood.
- Synergize (working in teams)
- Sharpen the saw (focus on balanced self satisfaction)
Taken from the Book “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen Covey.
Signs you may be Over-Stressed
September 15, 2008, 4:00 pm
Filed under: Health, Productivity, Work:Life Balance | Tags: list, Lists, lists for life, stress, work
Filed under: Health, Productivity, Work:Life Balance | Tags: list, Lists, lists for life, stress, work
- Lack of Concentration
- Poor Memory
- Inconsistent
- Bad Mistakes
- Lower Standards Accepted
- Regularly Working Late
- Over-tired
- Sleep Problems
- Illness
- Short Temper
- Missing Deadlines
- Visibly Showing Anxiety or Fear
Do you know your personal signs of Stress so you can act before it’s too late?
Things You Can Batch to Save Time
September 11, 2008, 4:09 pm
Filed under: Life, Productivity, Simplicity | Tags: batch, list, Lists, lists for life, save time, time, time savers
Filed under: Life, Productivity, Simplicity | Tags: batch, list, Lists, lists for life, save time, time, time savers
- Washing
- Ironing
- Answering emails
- Cleaning
- Phone Calls
- Meeting friends (organise one big party – any excuse!)
- Washing up
- Cooking (prepare a load of meals in advance)
- Paying bills
- Sorting paperwork
- Reading (probably smaller articles)
What do you batch to save time?
5 Tips to Get The Most From Personal Outsourcing
September 8, 2008, 11:57 am
Filed under: Outsourcing, Productivity | Tags: delegate, Lists, lists for life, Outsourcing, tips
Filed under: Outsourcing, Productivity | Tags: delegate, Lists, lists for life, Outsourcing, tips
- Be very clear about the required outcome of all tasks.
- Set both a deadline and budget.
- Ask for progress updates regularly.
- Encourage questions at the outset.
- Have realistic expectations.
8 Reasons to Tidy Your Desk Now
September 2, 2008, 12:23 pm
Filed under: Declutter, Productivity, Simplicity | Tags: Declutter, GTD, lists for life, Productivity
Filed under: Declutter, Productivity, Simplicity | Tags: Declutter, GTD, lists for life, Productivity
- Less distractions, allows you to focus.
- Tidy Place, Tidy Mind.
- Saves time looking for what you need.
- Boost your productivity.
- Easier to keep clear.
- If it’s already tidy, you’re less likely to procrastinate by tidying.
- You will feel better.
- It looks more professional to unexpected visitors.
