Discover practical advice on creating a better to-do list. Strategies include timing tasks, using visual representations, and scheduling. Break tasks into manageable steps and mix up your to-do systems. Plan effectively, especially for individuals with ADHD. Engage and support the audience.
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Make your to-do list action-oriented by breaking tasks down into specific actions.
Estimate the time each task will take and schedule them on your calendar to better manage your time.
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Tip 1: Make it an action list
When creating a to-do list, it is important to make it action-oriented. Instead of simply writing generic tasks like 'laundry,' break it down into specific actions such as 'start laundry,' 'change loads,' or 'put laundry away.' This helps provide clarity and makes it easier to prioritize and take the necessary steps.
Tip 2: Time your tasks
In order to effectively manage your to-do list, it is beneficial to estimate the amount of time each task will take. You can do this by either writing the estimated time in parentheses or visually representing it with a clock diagram. By timing your tasks, you can gain a better understanding of how long each one actually takes and improve your ability to allocate time for different activities.
Tip 3: Schedule your tasks
To ensure that you have time allocated for each task, it is recommended to transfer items from your to-do list to your calendar. By scheduling your tasks, you can better manage your time and prioritize your responsibilities. This also allows for a realistic evaluation of what can be accomplished within a given timeframe.
Episode 05: 7 Steps to making a better to do list: 1. Verb it. Make it an action list. - 2. Time it. 3. Schedule it 4. Draw it. Check out www.adhdrewired.com to get the rest in some detail. Other thoughts… It's not just ADHD, Nobody every gets through their to do list. Give yourself permission to occasionally purge items from your list of it has been there for way to long. Ending Quote: "You can do anything, but not everything" - David Allen Plus... check out this weeks recommended apps 4iOS apps and 1 Mac app
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