I often find after setting a goal that my enthusiasm fizzles out or I find it difficult to get going in the first place.  So in my search for ways to improve my work habits I found this list.

Here are 77 things you can start doing right now to make your life easier, more efficient, and more goal oriented.  It can apply to any part of your life.  The universe can only give you so much.  You’re still responsible for doing your share, taking responsibility, and getting organized.

Here are my favorite tips:

• “Have an intensive work space. There is a time for work and a place for work. Make sure you define your space where no one will disturb you.“
  • This is really important to me.  I need to define my space as work space.  This means, I don’t  work where I sleep, eat, watch TV, or do anything else and I don’t do any of those things in my work space either. You need to create the feeling that this space is meant for work and only work and the energy in that room will start to change to reflect that.
• “Set a personal deadline. Aside from the deadline made by your boss/client, create your own personal deadline and take it as a challenge.“
  • It’s easy to accomplish your tasks at work when you have a deadline, a boss, and people depending on you.  But when it comes to personal goals, you, too, need to have a deadline.  I’ve been trying to write a novel for a while now and I find it works best to not only have deadlines but to have my friends constantly ask how my book is doing, have I made my deadlines, how far am I along, etc.  This way I feel accountable for my goals.
• “Take note of your accomplishments. Crossing out an item on your to do list gives a sense of accomplishment. These little victories do not hurt.“
  • We often focus so much on the big goal we lose sight of how much we’ve already accomplished.  Each baby step brings you closer to your goal.  If you focus on just how much more you have to do instead of how far you’ve come, you will always feel disparaged.  I recommend checking out Mike Reining’s video, A Key Insight On Motivation.

  I would love to hear some of your personal stories and tips on getting things done.

  Please post comments and maybe we can compile a FinerMinds list of Ways To Get Your Life On Track.

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