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• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Want to make a to-do list for your kids, spouse, or even yourself? Read this article and find out how to do it right!

Steps

1. 1 Think about everything you / they need to do. State it clearly and correctly.Instead of writing "grocery store," write "Go to the ice cream store."
2. 2 Write neatly. What is the use of what is written if it cannot be read?
3. 3 Make the list visible. Write in a bright color or put it in a prominent place, because it is unlikely that what is written will be done if no one sees it!
4. 4 Write the date or day of the week. This is very effective if you know by what time the order must be completed, so you can even be ahead of schedule.
5. 5 Keeping the list in order will help speed up its execution. If it's a Christmas list, group items by store or mall. Then arrange it so as to minimize the distance between stores. A lot of time can be saved if everything is planned properly.
6. 6 Prioritize and prioritize the most important tasks. If this is a list of things to fix (in the house), write down the most important issues first. If the list is long, break it down into realistic parts or a step-by-step plan with a one week or one day deadline.

Tips

• It is convenient if the list is numbered or bulleted.
• It may be useful if the time is specified, for example: 12: 30-13: 00 --- wash the dog.
• Break down large projects into separate small tasks. For example, instead of “Plan a vacation”, the record could be “Call the travel agency”, “Get brochures”, “Buy tickets”, “Call Yulia to feed the dog”, and so on.
• Try to write your list in bright, neon colors. A person remembers better what was written in bright colors, especially yellow.
• Try making your to-do list using a computer program such as Ever-Note. Thus, you can synchronize your lists across all devices (desktop, laptop, tablet, etc.) and you can easily make changes.

Warnings

• Don't put more than seven priority points on one day. No one will be able to fulfill it, you will only completely discourage the desire to do something. If there are more than 7 priority tasks on the list, break them down into two or more days. Making a to-do list is about reducing stress, not making it worse.

What do you need

• Paper
• Pencil pen
• Assignments or work / tasks to be completed