Multitasking is an oxymoron. We're really tiring out our brains by repeatedly shifting from one task to another. Choose one thing, attack it for 25 minutes, then take a break for 5. Return to the task or start a different one. 25 min then 5. You'll be amazed at how much more rested you will feel.
Think: White Out. By that, block out some "white space" in your day for nothing ... you can call it "Unscheduled Time." If someone asks for some of it, say, "I have something on my schedule so I must decline." Then do NOTHING (or whatever you want). You will be refreshed and ready to move back into the day!
Big goals don't have to happen all at once. Allow yourself a set time each day, perhaps 30 minutes. Day 1 might be to brainstorm ideas. Day 2 might be to expand one of your ideas. Day 3 might be to sort out possible contact people ... and so on. The critical part of this is to return to it on a daily basis. Small successes build momentum, and your big goal will keep getting closer until it is within your grasp!
January is our month for fresh starts. It's important to declutter what we can see (our desktop). Now's the time to open those drawers. Did you use all 17 ink pens last year? If not, narrow the collection to 3. That correction fluid from last century? Toss! You will reduce your distractions and boost your productivity! Open those drawers and let's get started!
Ask yourself: Can I complete this in less than two minutes? If so, do it immediately. Your feelings of accomplishment will create motivation, and you will unclog your day and your schedule! Success achieved!