Organizing and Tracking Tasks with Stacy, Part 1

Tasks can be describe as the action steps required to accomplish or achieve goals. Google defines task as “a specific, actionable step.” For this blog, I define a task as “a purposeful and reoccurring action.” With my abundant energy, I have spent decades accomplishing tasks. To help myself accomplish some of these tasks, I have used a variety of writing and visual strategies. I have written extensive “to do lists” for myself, kept detailed color-coded calendars for family activities, used planners for teaching, and created outlines for projects. Now days, I find success in using simple charts I create.

Three simple charts I currently use are daily tasks charts, weekly tasks charts, and monthly tasks charts. Using these simple charts to track my progress helps me stay focused and motivated to start and complete tasks. In addition to the charts, I use blank paper. The following is included in using the charts and blank paper…

1) neatly write down the tasks, sometimes using color,

2) specifically write what the tasks are, and

3) have easy access to the papers, to reread and check off everyday.

You may possibly benefit from learning about my ‘simple’ and ‘easy to use’ strategy to track tasks. I believe my idea can assist in building motivation and success.

The inspiration for this blog and video came from an accountability partner I have. I will call him Bob. Bob desires to have a more focused mind, to feel more positive about himself, and to accomplish the tasks he desires. On a recent phone call with Bob, he admitted that having a more organized and structured approach to living his life would be game changing for him. So, I am sharing an easy strategy for assisting in focusing the mind, adding positive self-recognition, and accomplishing tasks.

I encourage you to print out the following charts and use them. Everyday Tasks Chart Weekly Tasks Chart Monthly Tasks Chart

Enjoy this video where I describe the strategy I currently use for daily tasks.