Have you ever had a “stalled” project? Maybe you were making great progress – then all of a sudden you realize you haven’t worked towards completion in a number of days, weeks, months . . .
It can happen to anyone.
One way to rejuvenate a stalled project is to define your next specific smallest steps.
Then, after you identify your next action step (the smallest and most specific action step possible!) schedule a time in your calendar to complete this step.
In my case, if “Do Professional Development” is on my to-do list, I’ll overlook it. Seriously, what does “do professional development” even mean? Or maybe, your task list says “Work on Project”. Hmm . . . the vagueness of this action step can trip you up!
Instead – write a specific task down. The next task, broken down into its smallest piece. For example, my “next smallest step” is to listen to the ICD teleclass, “The ADHD Brain in the Workplace”. Very specific. Very doable!
If your next smallest step is a bit vague, then you probably didn’t identify the next smallest step. Break your goal into smaller pieces.
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[su_button url=”http://www.AWEChallenge.com” style=”bubbles” background=”#ef2dbb” size=”6″ center=”yes”]Tell Me More!!![/su_button]Please share – how do you jump start a stalled project???
I have a memory problem mostly. I have great ideas but I just fail to follow though. But I do find if I write things down and work from master lists I accomplish more than when I just try to remember…
Renee
Thanks for stopping by! I love a good list!!!
Lisa
Lisa,
What a helpful post for today! I am struggling with formatting my book for CreateSpace and have put it off until yesterday and then I had problems. So I am going to do exactly what you said, write small manageable task to complete on it!
Thanks!
Amy
Good luck, Amy! What’s your book about?
Lisa
I have found that in order to complete some of my unfinished projects, it definitely helps to write down the small steps and tasks it will take in order to reach my goal. Another great way is to participate in challenges like the one you are talking about. My next challenge starts next week, and we will be focusing on goal setting and achieving. I would highly recommend participating in a challenge to anyone who wants to step up to the next level, or make progress in their lives or businesses. What I love about challenges is that they can be fun and there is more accountability than going on by yourself. Good luck with your challenge Lisa!
~ Jodene
Thanks for stopping by, Jodene. I get so jazzed by the progress participants make when participating in the challenge. The energy of the group truly can carry you through a “tough” day. Good luck w/ your challenge!
Lisa
Thanks for this helpful post. We all struggle on something and these things should be remembered to make life easier.
Thanks for stopping by, Lux! I always appreciate your comments!
Lisa
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