How I did it: Earlier this year I kept a problem/solution journal here on 43T and I discovered that on a few days I lacked the motivation to do some rather tedious chores.

But you know what, I did those thigs anyway because I had to.

Motivation comes and goes. Routine and having a schedul and working with energy levels (ie don't start something that is emotionally wrenching when you're dead tired at 10 pm, instead do it when you're fresh and bright in the morning) is better than motivation.

Sometimes I don't have motivation, but that's okay. I have other tools at my disposal.

Lessons & tips: Make a list of what you want to achieve, then feed the things on your list onto your calendar.  Break large goals down into bite sized peices.  Make a phone call today, then write a letter tomorrow. Buy books on how to beat procrastination.  Do hard stuff in the morning and mindlessly things at night when you're tired.  Keep your promises to yourself and others.  If you hhave to renegotiate. 

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Jul 29, 2011, 05:09AM PDT | 0 comments | 14 cheers