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You may remember having to work to checklists in science classes at high school. They may have seemed a little tedious or unnecessary at the time, but they're actually the perfect way to keep on track with work, while giving you the peace of mind that you're not forgetting anything.

Start by making a list of all the things you have to do in a day, with everything from making the bed and posting a blog to checking your calendar and charging your camera batteries. Include everything you can think of, big and small, and don't feel you have to limit it to work-only tasks. Please note that it's important not to confuse a checklist with a to-do list. A checklist should only include repetitive tasks that you do everyday. You can store this list digitally on your computer or phone, or physically in a diary or on the wall - whatever works best for you. Just make sure it's on hand, so that you can access it quickly. My routine changes a lot, so digital works better and I have it as a Text file, in a bullet-point list, open on my desktop.