Week 2
In this week you will learn about a to-do system that gives overview over all your tasks - you will learn to set priorities - and learn a way to relax deeply every single day.
Day 06 - Some general thoughts - Supervisors - Reading recommendations
3 Lessons
Aim at living a fulfilled life and becoming the best version of yourself. Take care for yourself and your physical and mental health!
Eight guidelines for dealing well with your supervisor. Since this is one of your most meaningful relationships, make sure you are able to install and maintain a good relationship here.
Day 07 - The 2 most valuable things you can do
2 Lessons
Do you want to keep an overview of all important tasks and to do's? Then use the daily lists and calendar method: write down all your to do's in daily lists and your appointments in your calendar. Always have a clean table: only put the things there that are necessary to complete the current task, plus your daily lists book and your calendar. Kissing your frog every day is one of the best ways to be highly productive and successful. Do this from now on, every single day!
Day 08 - Set priorities I
1 Lesson
Distinguish between urgent and important things and set your priorities accordingly. Know your favorite go-to quadrant and maximize the percentage of time spent there. Very insightful self-reflection exercise!
Day 09 - Set priorities II
2 Lessons
Pareto's law, or the 20:80 principle, describes how we can create a great outcome focusing on only a few tasks and in only little time. Focus on these highly effective subtasks first!
How to efficiently create your text in six steps. Following this method allows you to overcome the writer's block easily. Also, it is one of the most effective ways to produce high-quality text in only little time.
Day 10 - Relax!
3 Lessons
Please prepare yourself and try this relaxation method at least a couple of days.
After lunch, do a power nap, relax deeply or go for a walk. Consider this guided deep relaxation as a daily source of relaxation. It will increase your concentration and focus thereafter.
About the relaxation exercise. Think about how you can integrate it to your life. Daily!