Here are 5 Tips to #GSD Like a HAVEN Maven!
Ugh, we feel you. Work is busy, and your to-do list feels never-ending! At HAVEN, we feel your pain and are here to help! We deliver massive results for our clients (like adding $32 million to the pipeline for one of our clients or generating more than 5,000 form fills for another). How? We live by the #GSD mindset, which stands for Get Sh!t Done. As a marketing professional, business leader, or entrepreneur, you know that time is your most valuable asset. You need to be productive and efficient to achieve your goals. Here are five ways to #GSD like a Maven!
Tip #1: Set SMART Goals
The first step to #GSD the Maven way is to set SMART goals. SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. When you set SMART goals, you give yourself a clear target. You’ll clearly understand what you’re trying to achieve, and you’ll be able to measure your progress along the way.
Setting SMART goals will help you stay motivated and on track. It becomes simple to answer: “Am I making a difference with my work?”
Tip #2: Make Data-Driven Decisions
The second tip to #GSD like a Maven is to make data-driven decisions. In today’s world, we have access to more data than ever before. Use this to your advantage! Start tracking the measures of success you set to know whether you’re meeting your SMART goals (woah, it’s all connected? Yes, yes, it is).
Similarly, are you not sure something is worth the effort? Use data to inform your decisions. When you have data to back up your ideas, you’ll be more confident in your decisions, and you’ll be able to make better choices and understand your progress.
Tip #3: Find Your Best To-Do List System
The third tip to #GSD the Maven way is to find your best to-do list system. There are countless to-do list apps and tools out there, so find the one that works best for you. Whether you prefer a digital app or a good old-fashioned pen and paper, have a to-do list system that helps you stay organized and focused. Maven Jess loves a good paper list and an aggressive highlighter system to mark things off (She’s an Achiever, if that helps explain this one). Meanwhile, Maven Jeni keeps her to-do list on her calendar and stays organized digitally.
Tip #4: Live by the 80/20 Rule
The fourth tip to #GSD like a Maven is to live by the 80/20 rule. The 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle for curious Mavens, states that 80% of your results come from 20% of your efforts. Identify the 20% of tasks that are most important and focus your energy on those. Doing so will allow you to accomplish more in less time.
Tip #5: Know When to Ask for Help
The final tip to #GSD the Maven way is to know when to ask for help. As much as we’d like to think we can do everything ourselves, sometimes we need a little assistance. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Whether it’s delegating tasks to your team or hiring a marketing partner (hi– shameless plug for you to visit havenmavens.com), asking for help can help you #GSD more effectively.
There you have it – our five tips to #GSD like a Maven. You can accomplish more in less time by setting SMART goals, making data-driven decisions, finding your best to-do list system, living by the 80/20 rule, and knowing when to ask for help. So go ahead – #GSD like a boss!