Why should you use a To Do List?
- A to do list can help you manage your time better
- It allows you to visualise what you need to achieve
- A to do list can help prioritise
- It can help improve your memory by writing everything down
- It can help keep you organised
- A to do list can help reduce stress
How to create a To Do List
- Create a master list with ALL of your activities and tasks that you need to complete
- Break large projects into smaller tasks
- Code the items according to priority. For Example: A = Absolutely must complete B = Should do C = can wait
Tips for using a daily To Do list
- Put tasks in order of importance that need to be completed
- Allocate a time frame for each task
- Include no more than two large tasks
- Try to list no more than 10 items that you aim to complete
- Include appointments and commitments to others
- Always try to leave room for interruptions and urgent items that may come up unexpectedly
- Track your time to see exactly where your time goes
- Know your energy cycles – when you are most productive and when you are not and plan your to do’s around these.
- Delegate tasks where possible
- Cross or tick tasks off once you have completed them
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