10-Minute Challenge and Planning Ahead
One of the best ways to get ahead of the game is to set a timer for yourself, just 10 minutes, and try and get as much done for the upcoming weeks as you can.
Tackling social media is a great option for your 10-minute challenge. You have a strict time limit so you can’t get sucked into the never-ending scrolling. Maintain focus and try to plan out as many posts as you can for the next few weeks. You don’t have to have every single thing for them ready to go, but even a photo and a caption is a great start. Utilize scheduling tools so you can see what you have prepared for when.
Fleshing out your newsletter and planning the next month (or even the next couple of months) is another great task for your 10-minute challenge. Figure out your next topics, when you are going to share a sneak peek of your next book, and get those details hammered out.
Cleaning up your workstation and your computer is also a good task to do in your 10-minute challenge. Clutter (both physical, digital, and mental) piles up quickly, and sometimes it can be daunting. By having a time limit, you are forcing yourself to tackle the biggest issues first, without letting yourself overthink it, resulting in a much more organized and clean station.
Setting the timer is a great way to get you into a focused and hyper-productive mindset. Ignore the distractions and get as much done as you can. Your future self will thank you.
