It’s always interesting to find out how other list makers do it…make lists, I mean. What works for one person might not work for someone else. I think it takes some trial and error to figure out what works best for you and will make you most productive. Here is a guest blog from Darla Arni — she’s a speaker and author: Read more
Wow — I can’t believe it’s been one year since I first started this blog. What began as a hobby for a compulsive list maker has turned into much more than that. This blog is now part of my everyday life — it’s a creative outlet and a passion. I really love it and am so thankful that all of you read it. Thank you!
I’ve heard a lot of you guys saying that my blog has inspired you to start a blog of your own and it brings me so much joy knowing I’ve inspired something that major! I really hope you guys all enjoy creating your blog, I know I certainly do.
That being said, the competition online can often seem overwhelming! There are steps you can take to help your blog stand out from the rest, however.
Furthermore, there are lots of people that will be willing to help you every step of the way.
Here are some highlights from the past year: Read more
I work with a lot of doctors as a health producer. I’m constantly in and our of their offices and operating rooms covering the latest medical news. These highly successful people often have something in common — they are list makers. One particularly organized doctor is Dr. Jennifer Landa. She’s a hormone expert and the author of ‘The Sex Drive Solution for Women.’ She’s my featured list producer this month. Regardless though, we’re not here to talk about sex. We’re here to talk about lists!
Q: Why do you call yourself a compulsive list producer?
A: I make lists all the time. I am busy doing so many things at once, as so many women are. I have a medical practice and am the Chief Medical Officer of BodyLogicMD during the workdays and of course, I am the Executive Director, Chief Cook, Bottle Washer, official Boo Boo fixer, wife and temptress extraordinaire at home. How could I possibly make it all work without lists? Read more
When you put a task down on paper – you set the intention to reach that goal. No matter if we’re talking about doing the best job at work or at home — lists will help you be more successful. From grocery shopping, planning events, keeping track of your projects or going on vacation — a well-organized list will help you do more.
Recently I was asked to give some list-making tips and tricks on “The Joyful Organizer” Internet radio show.
Take a listen — we cover these topics and more:
I used to be like a lot of people who try to do everything themselves. But then I learned — I’m only one person, I need to ask for help sometimes! There are times when I still struggle with this concept but for the most part — I’m pretty good at delegating. In fact — my guest blogger Leah Busque, founder of TaskRabbit.com, says having other people do things for you is the only way to get things done right.
If You Want It Done Right, Don’t Do It Yourself!
by Leah Busque
Consider this…Two men live alone on an isolated island. To survive they must undertake a few basic economic activities like water carrying, fishing, cooking and shelter construction and maintenance. The first man is young, strong and educated. In general, he is faster, better, and more productive at everything; he has an absolute advantage in all activities. The second man is old, weak, and uneducated. He has an absolute disadvantage in all economic activities. In some activities the difference between the two is great; in others it is small. Read more