Every big win starts with a single step. Whether you’re launching something new or simply showing up again this week, momentum doesn’t come from perfection – it comes from motion. This is your moment to move, one focused step at a time.
Many of us find it difficult starting the week, starting the day, or starting a new project or activity. Often we overthink it, instead of “just” doing. Yes, the “just” is often the challenge, and may sound easier than it is.
The key to getting started and to getting things done, is to, to break down your time and goals into simple, easy, doable steps (one step at a time), instead of feeling overwhelm or a lack of motivation. Trying to fit in too much at a time, or to setting too many goals at once, may result in the opposite effect, one where you feel like you’ve achieved less, rather than feeling empowered or successful.
Some quick tips:
* Set up to 3 goals at a time – doable S.M.A.R.T. goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time related)
* Write it down – when you see it, it’s more effective than thinking about it
* Tell another person – for better accountability
* Use a vision board (highly recommended)
* Prioritize. Ensure your daily tasks and activities are spent working on the “correct” activities. Those which give you the best “bang for your buck”. On average, utilizing your time correctly involves spending 70% of your time on direct activities (where you’re connecting directly with your target market and “doing what you do best”), 15-20 % on indirect activities (initiating contact & preparation), & 10-15% on admin/support activities. More on this another time.
* Create a buddy or business group accountability system, where you check in with someone
* Choose from different time management tips below to reach better productivity:
– Break your tasks down into short, easy, doable steps
– Use the 15 minute rule or Pomodoro technique (short 25 min intervals to get tasks done). Take a break, then repeat the cycle a few times
– Prioritize. List your tasks, and work according to priority only (the ABC method, for example).
– “Eat the frog” rule – tackle your hardest or most important task first thing in the day to boost productivity and momentum
– Preplan. It saves time, rather than takes time.
– Procrastination: If you find yourself procrastinating, ask yourself why. There are a wide range of reasons for this – starting from lack of preparation or knowledge, lack of focus, not knowing where to start, perfectionism, not having all the facts, and more. Analyzing the reason will help you overcome this.
So what are you waiting for? Choose 3 goals you can get started on right now!
One step at a time… And remember, it’s a process. In business and in life, momentum is built through consistency, goal-driven decisions, and showing up – even when you don’t feel like it, or when the path isn’t fully clear.
I’d love to hear how it’s going for you. If you need guidance, I’m here to assist.
© Lesley Kaplan is passionate about life and enhancing people & processes. As a Business Strategy, Branding & Goal-Achieving Coach, Organizational Consultant & Trainer, she has advised, trained and coached hundreds of business owners & organizations worldwide to success, by using tools, systems and marketing methods to improve their results, become more profitable, and to feel more in control of their business.
She is the published author of two books available directly from her website (Israel orders) or on Amazon, in paperback and e-book formats. “SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS TOOLBOX & GUIDE: HOW TO BUILD & BRAND YOUR BIZ” AND “POWER TALKS WITH WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS: A COLLECTION OF INSPIRING SUCCESS STORIES & SECRETS FROM WOMEN IN BUSINESS.”
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