Increase Your Productivity by Making a List of Do’s and Don’ts
We all know a to-do list can help you get things done. A checklist of what not to do can sometimes be just as helpful. The idea behind it is what it sounds like: make a list of everything you shouldn’t do that day.
By making a list of the things that distract you during the day, you will become more aware of those things and better prepare yourself to avoid those distractions.
When you’re not thinking about what you shouldn’t be doing, it’s much easier to get distracted and waste time on things you shouldn’t be doing while the things on your to-do list aren’t getting done. For example, you may not want to play video games or not go to your local bar for a beer when you know it will turn five the next day and turn out to be bad luck for you.
You can make a list of what not to do on a piece of paper or in any note-taking application. This week I stumbled upon an iPhone app that can handle hard work as well. It’s called “The Dont To Do List.” It offers a way to create these lists and keep them organized on your phone.