Staying organized is vital to manage a busy schedule, but how do you do that? Every New Year we buy new day planners and talk about how we are going to stay on top of our many activities, but few people continue to feel that way as the year goes on.
So how do you stay organized?
These are our tips on how to maximize your time and keep yourself moving forward.
- Keep a day planner
This might seem obvious, but you would be surprised how many people try and simply remember their busy schedules. Writing things down will keep you organized and you will spend less time wondering about what or when your next appointment is. - Write your to-do list the day before.
By writing down everything, you will be able to wake up and have a clear idea of what your day looks like.
- Teach yourself to say no
We get it, you want to help. But sometimes saying yes to too many things will keep you from doing anything properly. Be mindful with how you spend your time, or you will find yourself over exerted, unable to focus and exhausted.
- Taking breaks No one is productive 24 hours a day. It’s important to take breaks in order to give your mind and body time to rest. Taking a walk, or getting lunch with a friend will give you the space you need to allow your mind to rest and you’ll be more productive when you get back to work.
- Plan your outfits
How many times have you almost been late for work before you couldn’t decide what to wear? These throws off your entire schedule, and can take a toll on your mental clarity that morning. Avoid this by planning your outfits weekly, so that you can wake up and get dressed with ease. There’s a reason that powerful people like Steve Jobs wore the same outfit every day. It’s important to reserve brain power for what’s necessary.
Most importantly – keep your lists small and manageable. There are only 24 hours in a day, and you cannot work every single hour.