1. Celebrate:
What did you accomplish this week? Write a short list to keep track of the progress you made.
2. Leave breadcrumbs:
Write notes to help you know exactly where you left things off so you can easily pick up work the next time, no matter when. For example, if it’s an excel sheet, take note of the sheet name you were working on, specify the analysis you need to do next, and so on. This step helps your momentum build up fast the next time you start working on this excel sheet.
3. Check your calendar for the upcoming week:
Are there any meetings that need preparation beforehand? Any personal appointments you need to account for? Any occasions you need to consider?
5. Write a short to-do list of tasks you must check off next week:
This list will help you save time transitioning from the eventful weekend you just had back to work mode.
4. Book meetings you need to get done next week:
People are more likely to accept your meeting request before the weekend than within the same work week.
Happy Weekend!