I recommend reading each of them to fully understand that this method can be applied to almost everything you do. —Jay

1. Work & Productivity

  1. Start Writing a Report: Commit to writing your report for just 10 minutes. Often, getting started is the hardest part, and you'll likely keep going once you begin.
  2. Tackle a Backlog of Emails: Set a timer for 10 minutes and work through as many emails as possible. It’s easier to keep going once you make a dent in the inbox.
  3. Begin a Presentation: If you’ve been procrastinating on creating a presentation, spend 10 minutes outlining the first few slides.
  4. Organize Your Workspace: Instead of trying to clean your entire desk, commit to organizing for just 10 minutes and see how much progress you can make.
  5. Prepare for a Meeting: Spend 10 minutes gathering notes and prepping for your next meeting, which may motivate you to continue preparing further.

2. Health & Fitness

  1. Start a Workout: Commit to just 10 minutes of exercise, such as stretching, light cardio, or a few sets of squats and push-ups. Often, you'll feel motivated to keep going after.
  2. Begin a Healthy Meal: Spend 10 minutes preparing a healthy meal. Start chopping vegetables or prepping ingredients—you may find the motivation to finish the whole meal.
  3. Start a Meditation Session: If you’ve been putting off meditation, commit to 10 minutes of mindfulness or deep breathing. You may find yourself continuing longer once you start relaxing.
  4. Go for a 10-Minute Walk: Step outside for just 10 minutes, and often, the fresh air and movement will inspire you to walk longer.
  5. Set Up an Exercise Routine: If you're struggling to plan a workout, spend 10 minutes creating a simple routine. Once started, you might refine and extend it.

3. Home & Organization

  1. Clean the Kitchen: Commit to cleaning for just 10 minutes—doing the dishes or wiping down counters. The satisfaction of progress often leads to doing more.
  2. Declutter a Room: Spend 10 minutes tidying one area of your home. Once you see improvement, you’ll likely continue organizing.
  3. Sort Through Paperwork: Go through paperwork or mail for 10 minutes. Making a small dent can inspire you to finish the task.
  4. Do a 10-Minute Declutter: Focus on decluttering one specific area (like a closet or drawer) for 10 minutes. The sense of accomplishment can motivate further effort.
  5. Start Laundry: Commit to 10 minutes of sorting laundry or folding clothes. Once started, you may complete the entire chore.