How to Make a To Do List

Do you want to make a To Do list for your child, spouse, or even yourself? Read this article to find out how!

Steps

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   Think of everything you/they need to do. State it clearly, and use proper English. Instead of writing "grocery store," write "Go to the grocery store to buy some more Chunky Monkey ice cream".
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   Use good handwriting. If you can't read it, what's the point?
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   Make it noticeable. Write in bright colors or put it in a noticeable place, because they might not do it if they can't see it!
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   Put a date or day on it. It helps a lot if they know when to do it by, so they can feel ahead of their schedule.
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   Organize the list to get it done quickly. If it's a Christmas list, group items by store or shopping center. Then organize it to minimize travel distance between stops. You can save hours by planning properly.
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   Prioritize the most important things first. If it's a repair list (around the house), put the most important problems first. If it's a big list, break it into manageable or incremental one-weekend or one-day projects.
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EditTips

• It might help if you number them or put bullets beside them.
• It might help if you put some times like: 12:30-1:00---wash the dog.
• Break larger projects into small steps. For instance, instead of "Plan vacation," the entries could be "Call travel agent," "Pick up brochures," "Buy tickets," "Call Jodi to feed dog," etc.
• Try writing your list in a bright, neon color. People remember things when it's written in a bright color, especially yellow.
• Try writing a to-do list on a computer program such as Ever-Note. That way you can sync your list across all your devices(desktops, laptops, tablets, etc.), and you can easily edit it.
• Put on break time to at the end to reward yourself. Doing so help start a pattern.

EditWarnings

• Don't put more than 7 high-priority items on your list for any day. No one can do more than that, you'll only get discouraged. If you have more than 7 high-priority items, divide them up over two or more days. To do lists are supposed to help alleviate stress, not cause more.

EditThings You'll Need

• Paper
• Pencil/pen
• Some chores or errands to do