If you are working full time and trying to start your own online business you need to be organized.

Here are 4 simple steps for achieving an organized routine to put your time to the best possible use.

*Be Wary Of Getting Diverted

Most of time we get thrown off track by a distraction, it is not an emergency and usually something we can put off until a later time. If you find this happening to you, set yourself an alarm to go off every 20-30 minutes. Every time it sounds make sure you are doing what you originally planned, if not get back on track. Always set the alarm to go off again to keep you in check.

* Create a To-Do List

The most efficient way to do this is to make a list the evening before of the things you have to achieve the next day. Prioritize your list with the most important things at the top. When you sit down at your desk start at the top and finish each task before moving on. There are several sources of management software which you can obtain to do this. I use the following free download to organize and prioritize my tasks: http://www.ganttproject.biz/

* Mark off items as you complete

I start the task on RED then to YELLOW whilst it is being worked on, then to GREEN when complete, this will give you an effective snapshot where you are at.

* Do a final check

At the end of the day, review your tasks and assess how many items you have completed. If you have a few not completed move them to the top of the next day’s list. If there were lots not completed but you stuck to your plan all day/evening then you have to many things on your task list. You will get an idea of what you can accomplish in your allotted time online and then make your list to reflect this.

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