I'm AWFUL at time management. My husband and I own a very stressful business and the only way I can stay on track is to make it a game.
When I complete 10 tasks, no matter how minor, I get a 2 minute "play" break. I can go on Facebook, read, whatever I want to do for that time is mine to choose. The trick is to set a timer for the "play time". Bigger tasks completed earn me longer periods to goof off. Setting the timer makes all the difference!
This also worked well with my kids for all sorts of things; from chores to homework. I think it demonstrated to them that work has to get done, but taking breaks is important as well.
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