To-Do List Formula: A Stress-Free Guide To Creating To-Do Lists That Work!

by Damon Zahariades

Most people neglect to take this step. Sadly, it’s one of the most damaging omissions they can make. It can mean the difference between getting through their to-do lists and feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by them at the end of the day. In order to calculate a task’s estimated completion time, you must know what is required to do the task. This includes tools, information, and input from others. For example, suppose one of the tasks on your to-do list is to “finish the accounts receivable report for boss.” In order to complete the report, you may need input from your company’s sales department. You might also need to refer to last week’s accounts receivable and cash flow reports. How long will it take you to obtain the necessary information and resources? These requirements should be taken into account when estimating the task’s completion time.