When I'm determined to do something I believe making a list is the most effective way to get work done. If I can make a concise, well-divided list of tasks I wa

When I'm determined to do something I believe making a list is the most effective way to get work done. If I can make a concise, well-divided list of tasks I want to complete for the day I almost always complete it before the day's up. I personally just use a notebook and pen and write the list everyday. There are times when a list item is way beyond the scope of what you originally imagined and that's okay. Do what you think is a good amount for the day (sometimes nothing), and continue it the next day (split up into smaller tasks). In addition, there are other 30 minute work 'sprints' to keep you focused (I don't know these 'gimmicks' but they seem to be very effective for many).