Do what you like and you’ll get a ton accomplished!
Steve Pavlina has an interesting post about “Planning for Optimal Enjoyment” which really hit home for me, as I find myself naturally working in a similar manner. I always thought I did this because I was just “lazy” and only like doing what I like doing. Which is probably true, but I have to admit, this method really does work for me, and I really do get a ton accomplished! Here’s Steve’s 10-step plan for planning your goals in a way that you will also enjoy:
- Select interesting projects. Favor projects I enjoy implementing vs. only looking to the end result.
- Add variety. Break up long stretches of repetitive work. Work in different locations. Take field trips.
- Improve balance. Blend solo time with social time. Balance physical work with mental work.
- Create a pleasing work environment. Relaxify my workspace so I enjoy spending time there.
- Involve others. Find a way to get friends involved. Form a mastermind group. Involve my wife.
- Solve problems creatively. Favor creative off-the-wall methods when the obvious solution is too dull or tedious.
- Enjoy plenty of downtime. Keep motivation high by avoiding overwork. Take vacations. Enjoy rewards for achieving mini-milestones.
- Avoid the unpleasant. If a step can’t be done enjoyably, find a way to delegate, outsource, or eliminate it.
- Use intention-manifestation. Focus intentions to gain assistance from the Law of Attraction.
- Design for flexibility. Allow daily choice making where order of task completion isn’t critical.
I can’t say that I do everything exactly as he lists here, but it’s very much inline with my philosophy, and it’s cool to know that I’m not the only one who manages to get a lot of things done while still avoiding the unpleasant work that I dislike!
Posted by Jill on 07-02-2006 at 12:07 pm
Posted in Inspiration, Business Issues
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My boss was just telling me how great I am at my job and I had to admit to her that the reason I do so well is because of the variety and my ability to take breaks when I need them. In many ways, I espouse these suggestions in my daily work life and I’ve found that I’m healthier, happier and more productive.
Unfortunately I spend a bit too much time enjoying myself researching etc when I should be working!
Just signed up to your forum (as Hobo) - no doubt to waste even more time!
Shaun