Stop being derailed

How I keep on track, and not loose cool thoughts as they happen.

You need.

An extra price of paper and a writing tool. Label it with the date and the title, 'side track'. Place it to the side of your main work.

Why?

I often loose focus. My mind wanders and wants to explore new and fresh ideas. This is an amazing asset. To think of new ideas easily and freely.

Yet this can eat into your productivity. Stops you accomplishing your main goals. And may cause unescesary stress.

Yet, all you I need is a piece of paper to keep myself back on track.

When I start work I often have those 'aha moments. But this creates a conflict.

I want to complete my main task. And stay on track. I know completing the work I set out to do is the best way to move ahead.

But I also want to explore that new idea. Who knows where it may lead, right?

How?

I take the new thought and note it separately. I put this on my sidetrack. I place shopping, errands, thoughts, projects, social media ideas, whatever. I am brief.

Then I come back quickly. I refocus on the main project and continue.

I don't think this is multitasking. This is managing my work and creative process.

Yes, this how a fresh price of paper can be used to capture the new thought. So you can continue with you main task. And explore others later.

I hope this has been helpful. Please leave a comment. I would also like you to share this with others.

I would also like to know how you stay on track.

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