In today’s quick 15-minute episode, we're exploring strategies for breaking down large tasks into manageable steps - a crucial skill for enhancing productivity and reducing overwhelm. From brain dumping to time mapping, learn new practical techniques that are designed to help initiate tasks, reduce decision paralysis, and maintain momentum.

These methods are particularly helpful for anyone with ADHD, executive dysfunction, or anyone who finds getting started challenging. By implementing these approaches, you'll hopefully be able to transform those daunting projects into many small steps that will lead to action and confidence. 

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Here are the show notes from this episode (lots of useful links and tools!)

STM Tool

Google Docs version (will force you to create a copy)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WAabo_q7Zg61Ns-A8KkXVYmvq9eXhQUlnSoiHWk5HYM/copy

Want an Excel version? Email me and I'll send you one!

Focus Forward Episodes Mentioned in this Episode

Ep 11: Procrastination: Why We Wait & What to Do About It

https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=n2bmc91r6d

Ep 14: 4 Steps to Build Time Management Strategies You'll Use for Life

https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=2hd9mmw2wi

Ep 21: Rethinking Your Thinking: How Cognitive Flexibility Can Improve Your Life and Relationships

https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=mdpox3lokq

Ep 43: Creativity & Executive Function: How to Enjoy the Brain Benefits of Each

https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=2o3uog9wpo

Ep 58: Routines Without Rigidity: Your Guide to Building & Sustaining Healthier Habits

https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=jhszcaaccp

Ep 62: Lighthouse Parenting: How to Communicate, Connect, and Guide with Confidence (ft. Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg)

https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=v0rl5xa5ub

Online and AI Tools

University of Toronto Assignment Planner

https://utsc.library.utoronto.ca/assignment-planner (shared by Beyond BookSmart coach, Kerrie Welch)

Goblin.tools

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