A few years ago, one of my friends, who I have known since we were children, asked me how it is that I stay so organized. Even as a kid, I had things together and I was always organized and systematic with my processes.
To help him get on track, here’s what I advised.
Each night, get a piece of paper and write down a list of the things you will want to complete the next day. Sure, you could make a to-do list on your phone or on some app. But I find that the act of writing is way more deliberate. So, in that sense, it makes a difference.
The reason you ought to make the list the night before is so that when you wake up the next day, you already have your work cut out for you and know exactly what to do. A clear goal and vision.
And as you go along, cross out each task that you complete. This will motivate you to get more done. You’ll want to see more items on the list crossed out. So, you’ll be working towards that.
And another thing is that you must write down each and every thing that you aim to complete the next day. Even the little things that you would already complete. Like brushing your teeth, for example. Like I mentioned, this helps you get that momentum to where the more items you check off, the more motivated you will be to keep going. You’ll want to cross out everything.
And that is my ultimate organizational tip! I uploaded a video on my YouTube channel that explains this whole thing better.
