It's easy to put things off, and often difficult to live with the results, from missed opportunities to loss of self-respect or the respect of others. Here are some techniques for getting started early.
ON THE PALMTOP Schedule time for small beginning steps of a project. Rather than enter "begin newsletter project," in Appointment Book, say "brainstorm for project," or "Kick around ideas about newsletter with Hanna."
Enlist the aid of others and make a commitment. "3:00 pm: meet with Ralph about budget project" may be more motivating than "3:00 pm: work on next year's budget."
Increase your involvement by gaining knowledge about the subject. Use the Palmtop to search the Internet for information.