- What tasks matter the most?
- If only one thing were done today what would that be?
- Do I have all of the materials I need to complete the task?
- If not, what do I need to do or where do I need to go to get all of my materials?
- What hard deadlines need to be met this week/ today/ tonight?
- What soft deadlines can be moved?
- Is there anything on the schedule that can be moved or rescheduled to free up time?
- Are there any optional commitments that can be skipped?
- What distractions can be limited?
- How can those distractions be limited? Concrete commitment?
- Do I need help with an assignment?
- Where can I get that help?
- Who can provide assistance?
- What are the consequences of turning this assignment in late or asking for an extension?
- Is there anyone else who can/will hold me accountable for this assignment or other assignments (i.e. friend roommate, duty master, etc.)
- What has to be said “no” to in order to get the task done?
- Does getting a task done affect anyone else besides myself?
- Is the task the best or wisest use of time?
- Are preferred activities scheduled (socializing, hobby, clubs, etc.)?
*adapted from Weingarten Learning Resources Center, University of Pennsylvania
