FOOD FOR THOUGHT: BY ROSLYN ROZBRUCH THE ONE THING “ When I want to learn something new or
Years ago, everyone used to talk about multitasking. In job interviews across the country, the question always asked was, “Are you a multitasker?” I was never good at multitasking. I even have my own saying: “I’m a one-task-at-a-time type of person.” I get what I need done in a timely manner, but I focus on one
never stopped taking. So instead of setting a goal of working out four times a week, I said to myself, “I can do this one thing. I can take this one class.” I set the bar lower, but it was a goal that was very doable. A year later, I am still taking both classes, and, several months ago, I added one more thing to that routine. I
achieve a specific goal, I set small goals and go at them one at a time.
thing at a time. I can’t even write checks in QuickBooks and talk on the phone at the same time.
told Michael that I wanted us to go for a 20- to 30-minute walk after work once a week. He balked at first, saying he already was working out three times a week. But I convinced him how easy and doable it was, and it was better than sitting and watching TV. What about you? What is something you want to achieve this year? Is it to learn something new, eat healthier, or take up a new hobby? Whatever it
My thinking is much more in vogue
nowadays, as research studies show switching from one task to another or doing several at once actually reduces your productivity. This brings me to my next thought — The One Thing . When I want to learn something new or achieve a specific goal, I set small goals and go at them one at a time.
For example, I used to have an exercise regimen in place before I started working with Michael four years ago. But once I went from working part time to full time, my workout fell by the wayside — from four times a week down to once or twice a week. Last year, I got bursitis in my hip, probably from sitting too much and a lack of exercise. After a couple of months of intensive physical therapy, my hip felt almost as good as new. I knew I needed to add exercise back to keep my joints pain-free, and I moved it to the top of my priority list. To guarantee my success, I knew not to set the bar so high that I wouldn’t reach my goals. I decided to take a Pilates class once a week until it became a habit. I was already taking a strength training class once a week that I
is, go at it as One Thing. Instead of making drastic changes, do one thing differently and consistently. Once it becomes
automatic, do the next thing. Not only is this an easier way to have success in your life, you can feel good about your accomplishments sooner rather than later. Here’s to your success this year — one thing at a time!
–Roslyn Rozbruch
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