I try to stay ahead
This is hard. I’m a procrastinator by nature—like most people are—but as much as I can, I try to stay one step ahead of the snowballs in my schedule. They happen to all of us. If I’m prepared when those times arrive I can better keep them from being a disruption in my productivity.
I prioritize my life and schedule
I say no often. It may not seem like it to an outside observer, but I do. I say no a lot. I have come to the realization that I can’t do everything or be everywhere. I’ve tried to figure out what’s most important in my life, my work and my walk with God, and I put those things first. I even schedule some of them to make sure nothing gets in the way. I consistently ask myself questions such as, “Am I the right one to be doing this?” “Is this the best use of my time?” Again, intentional.
It should finally be noted, I’m in a different season of life these days. I’m an empty-nester. When my boys were home life was different. I was intentional then too, but in different ways.
Which of these would help you the most? Any you would add to help others (and me)?
This article about being a high achiever originally appeared here.
