The Power and Danger of Lists

Motivated Monday: Over the weekend, I (Vicki) worked as a team to get a set list of tasks accomplished. We worked hard. When we were at a stopping place, I marked on the list
– a check mark next to tasks that had been done;
– a check mark and “1/2” next to certain tasks to signify that “half” of that task had been done;
– a check mark and asterisk next to one task that had numerous parts that had been done; and
– no check mark next to tasks that have yet to be done.

I felt really good about what the team accomplished.

Making a list can
– be a powerful motivator (wanting more check marks next to tasks) and
– help you stay focused.

On the other hand, one should not be so rigid in following a list that one becomes a slave to it. You are the master of the list; the list has not become your master. 🙂

So, here are some questions to spur your thinking:
– What kind of lists should you make?
– What kind of list would help you the most?
– What tool should you use to help you accomplish your tasks or goals?

Trello.com has become Mike’s and my favorite, synced online organizational tool.