Step 2: Tackle the tedious stuff first.

We like to put the easy tasks on top of the to-do list because it feels good to finish a task. 

When you do that, you have less time for hard things. However, it is the hard stuff that serves your priorities.

We tend to avoid jobs that we find boring or tedious. Chores like cleaning the gutters or bathroom will never be loads of fun, but you can make them more enjoyable. Try listening music or a podcast, or put on your fitness tracker to see how many calories you burn or steps you get while per...

• Think on paper: Always write down what you intend to do.
• Avoid distractions: They make getting off track entirely too easy.
• Make your list of written tasks the night before: The better plan you have, the easier it is for y...