Daily Planning Mind Map Template

I use this map as a template on a daily basis to help me ensure I have a focused and productive day. I print it out and continue the map with pens. It is a good way of thinking through the areas you can make progress on (a key factor in feeling productive) and also ensures you consider how you might help or hinder others, and how you might be distracted or hindered yourself. It is a very good way of keeping your focus through the day. For example, once you have identified the potential distractions for the day, you can think about how to deal with them. If they then arrive, you can take a course of action that ensures their impact is reduced. I really recommend trying this approach everyday for a week or so, I think you may be surprised!