Title: Setting Time Limits on Projects

Hello,

It's easy to get caught up spending more time on a 
project that you initially planned.  We can always
find ways to tweak and improve our brand, services
and products - but the problem is, that not all of 
this time is wisely spent.

In fact, it's often a better idea to get these to
market rather than fall behind because you're trying
to get everything "just right".

Let your market dictate the time you allocate to your
projects. 

Here are a few tips to help you improve focus and
boost productivity:

Set time limits on every single task - no exceptions.
Lay out the groundwork for each project you are working
on, including a complete overview of how to get from
start-to-finish. Then, create to a schedule and stick to
it!

Assign time blocks to every task so that you can
stay focused while being reasonable with how much
time each goal will take.

Not only will doing this help you get more done in
less time but it will immediately improve your
focus because you are allocating a specific amount
of time to one thing - and following through with it.  Prioritize We can easily waste a ton of valuable time by trying
to get everything done at one but without creating
a priority list that outlines the most critical steps
in the process of reaching your goal, we can end
up struggling to meet deadlines.

Not every task on our ever-growing to-do list is 
essential.  It's important that you are able to identify
what is absolutely required from your list of "want-to's".

WANT TO doesn't mean you HAVE TO.

When you're running short on time and you're struggling
to focus, a priority list becomes even more important.

And by breaking your tasks down into chunks that are
assigned a clear value, you'll be able to zero in on
the parts of your business that need more attention
while freeing up valuable time.

Create a Routine
This is a critical step in staying focused. It begins with
creating a strategy and regular routine based on when
you are most productive, creative and able to produce
without distractions.

Do you feel more creative in the early mornings but discover
that your energy tapers down by noon? Then set your alarm and
start working earlier, giving yourself a cut-off time. 

Do you have to shut off your phone, close your email, or
fire up a playlist in order to spring into action?  

Separate Business from Personal (if possible)
Your work environment is just as important as your overall work
flow.  You should do everything possible to separate your
personal life from your work life so that you are able
to eliminate distractions and focus on your priority list.

Mute that Inner Voice of Doubt
If you’re allowing negative thoughts and self-doubt to lead the
way, you’ll never have enough faith in your abilities to see
things through.  

You’ll not only take longer to get ahead, but chances are
you’ll never reach your desired destination.

That's it for today. In tomorrow's email, I'll talk to
you about how you need to tame those countless ideas
you have in order to maximize your productivity.

Don't miss it!


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