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The holiday frenzy is over and the new year is here. Time to get back to work, right!?! For remote workers, this can be a difficult transition. Separating personal from professional can be hard. Everywhere you look, something is calling for your attention. Do I finish the dishes or try to knock out a few emails?

The struggle is real. But we all share the same 24 hours. Thus, learning how to manage our time is essential. And when you’re a military spouse with MadSkills, there’s no better feeling than done-and-done!

Use this handy January To-Do List to get a jumpstart on your new year. Set aside time this month to knock out a few things upfront. A clear plan will ensure you don’t get lost in busy and forget important things like booking a haircut. (Yes, personal grooming is a must even if you work from home!)

January To-Do List for Remote Workers. Do this in:

5 Minutes

• – Purchase an Annual Planner. (The Best Planners for Powerful Women.)
• – Schedule workouts into your calendar.
• – Book routine appointments for the entire year (haircuts/color, teeth cleaning, eye exam).
• – Set time to be with friends (Girls night out!)
• – Track annual subscription renewals.
• – If self-employed, mark when withholdings tax is due (monthly, quarterly, annually)
• – Start a journal to track your professional journey (good and bad).
• – Download a professional podcast to add to your routine.
• – Download a time tracking app. Try Klok for free.
• – Subscribe to Pandora or Spotify for mixed beats.
• – Jot down office supplies you need to order (batteries, ink, paper, pens, pencils).
• – Identify a local club you want to join (photography, writing, coding)
• – Unsubscribe from newsletters you no longer want. Unroll.me makes this processes easy and fast.

Under an Hour

• – Order new business cards. Moo offers fresh and modern designs.
• – Pre-order branded stationary/thank you notes and stamps for the entire year.
• – Set a timer and delete old emails you don’t need anymore.
• – Organize files and shred old documents.
• – Jot down your annual operating costs.
• – Download an online app to track your cash flow statement. Try Mint.
• – Set one major professional goal for the year.
• – Order one professional book to read that will help you improve your MadSkills.
• – Identify one professional networking group to join.
• – Identify one online professional development class you want to take this year.
• – Identify one professional conference you want to attend.

In a Weekend

• – Prep for tax time.
• – Organize your workspace.
• – Identify 5 new snack and 3 lunch recipes to add to your weekly routine. Check out Greatist for healthy, delicious ideas.
• – Select one hobby for the year that has nothing to do with work.
• – Spend quality time with your family.

Download our free printable here and get started today!