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A not-to-do list is pretty self-explanatory. It’s a list of all the things you shouldn’t be doing when you’re supposed to be working from home. Procrastination is much easier when you have your favorite time-wasters at your fingertips and no boss to randomly pop in to catch you scrolling.
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List any social media apps that you spend too much time on, as well as things like clearing your notifications or texting friends. As a rule, if you know that you should prioritize work over something else, you should probably save it for your free time after work.
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The tasks on your not-to-do list need to go into your daily routine before or after work. It’s easier to focus during the workday when you know you'll get a chance to check your social media and text your friends at the end of the day.
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If you find yourself reaching for your not-to-do list items during the workday, don’t beat yourself up. Instead, try a browser extension designed to block access to specific web pages or an app blocker for your phone. There’s no shame in restricting your access to particular sites. It’s just a way to make sure you don't accidentally check social media when you're supposed to be writing a white paper.
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