I recommend to Set priorities, use a planner, break big tasks, avoid delays and take breaks.
Which of these do you struggle with most?
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All are good points. Sometimes I mess up my calendars.
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Not able to go with the plan
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Make a planner and follow it with discipline
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i do feel guilty on taking breaks
setting priorities helps me the most
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Be dedicated towards your goal
Ak123
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1. Prioritize Tasks with the Eisenhower Matrix
- Important & Urgent → Do it now
- Important but Not Urgent → Schedule it
- Not Important but Urgent → Delegate it
- Not Important & Not Urgent → Eliminate it
This helps you avoid wasting time on low-value tasks.
2. Plan Your Day the Night Before
- Write down your top 3–5 priorities for the next day.
- Use a planner, digital calendar, or to-do app (like Todoist or Google Tasks).
- Leave buffer time between tasks to avoid burnout.
3. Use Time-Blocking
- Break your day into focused blocks (e.g., 9–11 AM for deep work, 2–3 PM for meetings).
- Batch similar tasks to stay in flow (e.g., emails, admin work).
4. Minimize Distractions
- Turn off notifications or use “Do Not Disturb.”
- Use tools like Forest, Focus Keeper, or Freedom to stay on track.
- Create a dedicated workspace if possible.
5. Apply the 80/20 Rule (Pareto Principle)
- 80% of results come from 20% of your efforts.
- Identify your high-impact tasks and focus more time there.
6. Set Deadlines (Even for Open-Ended Tasks)
- Parkinson’s Law: “Work expands to fill the time available.”
- Give yourself time limits, even for things like brainstorming or reading.
7. Take Breaks and Rest
- Try Pomodoro Technique: 25 minutes of work, 5-minute break.
- Take longer breaks after every 4 cycles.
- Rest helps you avoid burnout and make better decisions.
8. Review Weekly
- What worked? What didn’t?
- Adjust your schedule based on what’s realistic, not ideal.