Fly on the E-Commerce Cyberwall

Looking at the Trees
Ever feel overwhelmed by all you want to get done in your business? I've been feeling that a lot lately. Every task I do seems to be only a small step toward some larger goal. My impatience—and my frustration level—just builds until I'm no use to anyone (just ask my wife!).

But it helps to step back from the forest sometimes and just look at a few trees. When you feel overwhelmed at the enormity of what you're trying to do, it's a good time to give yourself credit for completing the individual steps along the way.

Beating yourself up because there are so many more steps to take doesn't accomplish anything. But recognizing—and celebrating—the steps that you complete can energize you to take the next ones as opposed to letting a growing frustration level sap you of the energy you need.

Taking a moment to appreciate each task I completed worked wonders for me today. And it led to a much more productive day than those I've spent trying to whip myself into taking ten giant steps at once. And I'll take productivity over frustration any day.
Jeff