The days seem to be getting even shorter as we speed into 2008. Take a little time to look into areas where you’re wasting time, saving time and where you can make more time for the things that really matter (like your writing career).

1. THINK BACK OVER THE PAST WEEK - Or any typical week. What did you do? Exactly? Make a list of how you spent every morning, afternoon and evening. As you list everything, be as specific as possible and observe (without judging yourself) areas you can be more effective in.

2. WHAT SURPRISES YOU? If you are working full time and writing alongside this, are you surprised to see where your time’s been going? Is there anyway you could work on your writing during your commute? If you’re writing full time, how can you make it more effective? Is your problem area giving yourself enough time off?

3. WAVE A MAGIC WAND - What, if anything, would you change in your ideal world? Take a moment to ask yourself this question and actually answer it out loud. Do you crave more time to write? To work on your writing business (book keeping, admin, marketing, continued professional development etc.)? More work / life balance to see friends and family? Be honest with yourself. 

4. IMAGINE WINNING 24 HOURS IN THE LOTTERY - A completely free day with no pressure, obligations or commitments! How would you spend it? How can you incorporate these activities into your current schedule? You may not be able to fit them into one day but break them down and aim for at least one a day. This will increase your overall energy.

5. CREATE YOUR IDEAL SCHEDULE - Use a diary, wall planner or pie chart and timetable in the most important activities you want to fit into your week for the sake of your writing and your wellbeing. Prioritise your days to include the important tasks as well as the urgent and immediate ones.

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