By Larry Goldsmith, CWDP, P.E.T.

Below is my philosophy on how I spend the majority of my (mind) time each day.  This is how I get by each day.  What about you?  Have you ever giving thought to thinking about how you ‘think’ about preparing for the next day?  How much time do you spend getting ready for tomorrow?  Do you have a formal philosophy to guide you towards your achievements and accomplishments?

My approach to taking on life each day:

Once today is here, I minimize the amount of thinking time spent on the day’s tasks. [I don't take shortcuts.  I don't cut back on my efforts.  I put in whatever time necessary to complete my projects] However my philosophy is that today is already here.  Most of it will take of itself, whether I do something or not.  My attitude is to focus on tomorrow.  My mind is 80% (or more) focused on tomorrow’s tasks even though I am working on today’s business - I am always thinking and planning for tomorrow.  This attitude has always kept me on target.  Plus I have fewer surprises as I have already anticipated what might jump up and ’slap’ me on the side of the head and become a barrier or a challenge.)

[Time doesn't change.  24hours is always 24 hours. The key to successful management of your schedule is to manage effectively the time that you have.]