Being a geek, my tendency is to look for a technical solution to most problems.
However, over the years that I have been writing here at DocumentSnap, I have come to accept that sometimes the best thing you can do is take a step back and evaluate what you actually need to do before diving in and implementing a solution[1].
Since I am in Washington DC this week, I thought a perfect example of this is Erin Doland’s post over at Unclutterer: A little homework might help you reach your objectives.
Recently, I’ve had a change of heart, at least when it comes to self-imposed homework. I’ve had some success with giving myself homework assignments related to my uncluttering and organizing projects. When I structure the homework more like a lesson plan than a to-do list, I can better remember why I’m doing work and stay focused on the end goal.
I love this post because it is a great example of knowing herself, knowing what works for her, and then coming up with a plan that works. The “assess” step in particular is an under-used but super-powerful strategy.
While the post is about uncluttering in general, it applies perfectly to a going paperless project. If you are having trouble getting going, give the post a read. It may help you.
Do you do anything special to structure your routines? Let’s hear about it in the comments.
(Photo by Robert Couse-Baker)
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Crazy talk, I know. ↩
