Working from Home: How to Plan Your Day

Here's how to plan your day when working from home, including how to set your priorities and keep track of big projects.

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[michaela]

Saw this quote yesterday, thought it applies. "Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare." -Japanese Proverb

[mixbaal]

Just for the record. Here is an almost 60 y.o. guy learning from you, young man. Thanks.

[Super_BeastGirl]

Martin's Kitchen System
Back Burner - things that need to be done, but are not the main focus
Vitamins - things that are small, important, but are done everyday
Main Burner - the task you are focused on
Oven - things on a timer that are scheduled to be done at a certain time

[field-art]

1. Create a daily list
Keep the list minimal to what you can actually do
Time boxing
Or aft least write out your tasks in the order of completion

2. Long term goals
Kanban method (to do/doing/done)
Prioritization (back burner/vitamins (small every day tasks)/front burner (most important stuff)/oven (scheduled items that happen every once in a while))

[Thomasfrank]

Hope you enjoyed this one! I'm going to try something new and create a public journal of sorts that details how I'm pushing my skills and learning.

1% Rule log for this video:

- I wanted the reel-to-reel to spin continuously and never skip due to a jump cut. So I had to film the video twice and alternate angles anytime I didn't cover up a cut with B-roll
- Combined two different creative LUTs to achieve more retro looking skin tones. In the past I've always just tried to choose one. I also experimented with masked/feathered color grading layers on the sides that have the "faded film" slider pushed up, which did an ok job of simulating a bit of haze without making the middle section look too faded.
- Got a bit better at EQ'ing the dialogue - though I did screw up with the mic positioning on the wide shot, which is why it's a bit echo-y when I lean forward.

[elliot_ch]

You should have a video to talk about fashion, since your clothes always catch my eyes in most of your video lol

[GrkTheGrk]

01:30 This is a learning space. Not a judging space.

On the other end of the table
Looks like a detective
Has a recording device behind
Has a white light above his head


Yea this feels like an interrogation so...

[oOcitizenOo]

Just look at how Thomas grew up -his look, the content he provides, the quality of videos - everything is top-notch. Comparing with first videos on the channel, the gap between them is huge :)

[ArcheryOlympian]

His Corona-Quarantine hair is hitting different

[paulashin]

i love how real you are Thomas. Admitting how much you get distracted and try to keep yourself in line is a huge motivation for someone who suffers from the same "shiny thing" obsession hahaha
Keep it up!

[ossen]

Be prepared to sway from the initial plan.
Also, this is a great opportunity reflect over the things that really matter.
Whether you like what you do and how you will gain fulfilment in your life.

[waddaheck]

7:02 onward. Thomas serving up a strong “McDreamy” on the left side screen 😍

[tessbuscher]

I'm so glad you are making these videos, for the past few weeks I have been so anxious and unproductive and you really motivate me to stick to my schedule again.

[shreethesmart]

I'll not call you Sir but a real friend.
You have no idea how your videos helped us, been here for long time my routine is better than before.
Hats off

[sonyazlatev]

Love the engagement that you have while speaking, makes it feel both casual and professional! Great video, I'm loving the Martin Habit Tracking system so I will definitely try out this new one too!

[kenia]

Method to choose the important:

After reading GTD and The power of simplicity:
Choose 3 main projects (personal and work, 3 un total)

- First thing for me: Rutins that mantain your body and mind ready to work.
- Second: Your next step in your on of projects (important).
- Third: An urgent task (not important)

The MOST IMPORTANT TASK should be just 3 things to accomplish during the day (next steps+ urgents).

After that easy things.

Write It down where You can see It all the time. No mobile, you are tempted to distract.

That is It.

I hope It helps!!

Great vídeo!! I will rewach It Many times!
- Quarter: Rest

[PracticalInspiration]

I can't recommend enough to go as granular as you can when listing out tasks. I've tried it and found my efficiency and productivity went through the roof.

[AndreyZenperial]

It’s so crucial that people not only maintain social distance and don’t panic, but also stay at home, and utilize there productivity tips when working from home🌟

[annieandaloe]

Was literally about to search for a video like this, when this video showed up first on my feed! Thank you Thomas for helping us try to keep sane 😎👍

[WellBalancedWallet]

Stuck at home and grateful for this information. Thanks!