Our seminar attendees often ask how to effectively plan the day so they can maximize their work output.
National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization founder Judith Kolberg suggests Closing Ceremonies as a way to wrap up one work day and plan for the following day. In Ms. Kolberg's Special Report #4; Getting from 'Here' to 'There': Executive Function and Organizing, she suggests doing these things at the end of the workday:
Put your files away. Update your notes. Do a brain dump. Check your calendar for the next day. Pull the files you might need. Jot down notes that focus on the most important three things to do the next day.
We can look at these tasks as chores or as opportunities. Ms. Kolberg elegantly calls them "Closing Ceremonies."
The Closing Ceremonies of a conference or athletic meet combine recognition of successes and celebration. Why not end your work day with a Closing Ceremony? The following day will begin with a clearly defined plan for successful work.
How do you transition from one work day to another? Respond to my blog and share your tips for wrapping up your work days.
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