My schedule has been hectic and I’ve still been able to find some time to work. Granted, I prefer to spend 6-8 hours a day doing work related tasks. However, I’ve learned that’s not exactly possible the way things have been for me lately. But I can still get some things done. Here are some tips:

What’s Really Important?

I made a list last night. I have a checklist of daily tasks that I usually do. There’s no way I can complete a list that long. So I streamlined it last night. Now, I’ve had to shorten time spent on the social networks, not take on any new projects, and make sure I still keep up with my blogging and other ongoing assignments. It still sounds like a lot - and it is. But my work flow is a lot more manageable.

Don’t Take On Any More Work

This one is important, so I had to mention it more than once. I need to remember not to take on any more work. It would be a major stress factor to have to do a project - any project - over the next few weeks. Still, this is an expensive time period so the temptation is certainly there. I can’t take on new projects because I still have commitments I need to tend to.

Get Organized

It is important to remain organized - in all aspects of life. Keep up with housework without complaining. Get rid of things I don’t want - and that includes folders and things related to my business. If I can’t keep my life organized during this time, that would be anothere major stress factor. In doing this, it will free up time to be able to work.

My basic goal is to eliminate stress factors and stay organized. That really is the