The
perhaps list takes the place of a "to do" list
(which I call a "do-do" list). The perhaps list
is different from a to-do list in the following ways:
- A
to-do list infers that you already have
intent to do it, and a perhaps list infers
no commitment. It is a place to park your ideas
-- not necessarily a commitment to do the activity.
- It
represents ideas that perhaps you will do this
week or perhaps you will do another week
-- even if you are committed to doing the activity,
it does not lock you into doing it today.
- The
perhaps list is organized by your key roles,
which are developed to implement the weekly planning
process outlined on this web site. A to-do
list is one long list with no order of priority
and no way to select activities in a balanced way
that supports your multiple key roles.
My
perhaps list is kept on my computer and I make frequent
additions and deletions. I review it when I do my
weekly planning. Below is an example of what a perhaps
list looks like.
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Self
(listed by 4 human dimensions of self)
Physical
health club 3x/wk. for one hour each
treadmill at home
take vitamins 2x/day with meals
sleep 7-8 hours each night
relaxation/deep breathing/meditation
bike
walk (with dog, family, friends)
hike
play racquetball
play basketball
plan balanced, low-fat menu for the week
select healthy choices when going out to eat
use 12-minute rule; no food after 7 PM
protect skin from sun damage
Mental
weekly planning meeting for self & business
keep appreciation log--count my blessings
keep daily journal
keep "future worry" log & review to see what really happened
take risks; do something I wouldn't ordinarily do
Read these books:
Xxxxxx
Xxxxxx
Spiritual
Read these books:
Xxxxxx
Xxxxxx
bless my food
honor my guiding principles daily
church on Sundays
daily prayer/meditation
Social
get together with a neighbor or friend
invite friends over for dinner
plan special activity with friends
Wife
share appreciation
be active--play a sport together
pick something form 52 Tokens of Affection
schedule 30 minutes/day and be a reflective listener
Family Member
family activity on Sunday night
call Mom
plan activities with nephews
call sister
invite in-laws for dinner
Mother
reduce power struggles
be non-judgmental
give advice only when asked
show affection
model imperfections & taking chances
notes in lunch
101 Special Ways to Be a Mom--pick an idea a week
positive feedback with enthusiasm!!
play games as a family
bike ride
Friend
Michele- call or write
Pat- call or write
Dori- get together
Plan a vacation with friends
Plan vacation cruise with Smith family
Volunteer
Choir and solos at church
Serve on a NAPO committee
Contact YWCA to schedule free workshop for single mothers
Singer
develop sacred repertoire
contact Seattle Mariners about National Anthem dates
play piano
Business Owner (listed by sub-roles)
Marketing
Director
Revise marketing plan
Revise web site
Write online monthly newsletter
Attend networking functions
Send press releases
Public speaking
When contacting print media, include photo of me or before/after
photos of my work Evaluate effectiveness of web site and make
changes accordingly
Put press release on web site
Business Manager/Administrator
Revise business plan annually; review quarterly
Service Provider (organizer & coach)
Coaching- offer first call complimentary
Organizing- develop National Get Organized Week plan
Speaker/Presenter
Solicit speaking engagements from the following organizations:
Xxxxx
Xxxxx
Xxxxx
Xxxxx
Set up Lunch & Learns at various companies (review Book
of Lists for ideas):
Research local Toastmasters times and locations for meetings
Lifelong Learner
Attend NAPO Conference
Attend CRN meetings quarterly
Meet with other professional organizers and coaches
Read NAPO newsletters
Read these books:
Xxxxx
Xxxxx
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