If we break down our jobs, roles, and activities we undertake, we can identify a set of tasks required to accomplish each of them with success. Yet, not all tasks are of equal stature, nor will they generate the same level of desire and enthusiasm from us. For example, who is excited about the filing we have neglected with such vigor, and of course, we want to take on the tasks we find enjoyable, creative, or exciting.
While the relative importance is vital, our approach to the tasks is just as significant. If we set aside half a day or more to take on any job, regardless of the anticipated enthusiasm towards the job, we will likely fail. The prospect of any activity taking so much of our time is daunting for even the most dedicated person.
If we want to make progress and succeed, we are best to take it in nibbles. Breaking it down into smaller segments over a period will derive far better results, provided we do not lose efficiency. Many studies will support the notion of twenty-five to thirty-minute periods as ideal and then taking a short break. Inevitably, if we set aside one or two such periods, you may soon find that it is less of a chore than anticipated, and we now become overachievers and go beyond the time we planned for.
After all, if you want your cake and eat it too, you are better off starting with a nibble at a time and savoring each moment as you go through the entire delight.
