I heard somewhere that successful people don’t have to do lists. Instead, they have calendars. All of their “to dos” are scheduled for specific times and specific days. When those those times and days come- they get it done!
That idea has stuck with me. I like it. In theory, anyway.
But I’m also a busy mom, so let’s be realistic. Some things just won’t get done when they’re planned. And I’m OK with that.
So for all of you busy (and realistic) people out there who want to be more organized, I’m going to share with you my secret weapon: a weekly to do list. Think of it like a calendar/to do list hybrid. I’ve been using it for years, and it has really worked for me. I’m hoping you’ll be able to put it to good use as well.
The weekly to do list-
At the beginning of each week, (or even at the end of each day) I put some thought into my top priorities for the next day. I pick between 1 and 3 things that I would most like to finish, and try my best to make sure that those things get done.
The would like to do section is for me to write down everything else. Maybe I’ll get to it. Maybe I’ll spend nap time cuddling a sick baby. Both good options. 🙂
I also added a 10-minute project section. Some things sit on my to do list for weeks, even though they would only take me a few minutes if I could actually get down to it. Listing those things in a separate section makes it easy to knock them out quickly when I have just a few minutes of spare time. And then I get to check something off my list, which- let’s be honest- feels pretty good!
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A to-do list created with busy moms in mind.
Can’t seem to find time to reheat your coffee, let alone actually accomplish your goals? I’ve got you covered. 😉
You only fill out this to-do list once a week, choosing just 1 to 3 high priority tasks per day… so that when you have a rare 5 minutes to yourself, you won’t waste it wondering what you should be doing!
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charita smith says
LOVE IT AND THANK YOU
charita smith says
thank you for making organization easy
Lina says
This is a great tool. I was looking for a simple list to stay organized.
Thanks!
Bev Benner says
this is a great idea Laura. I bet you use it.
admin says
Thanks! 🙂