Countdown to Road Trip: 1 Day
Yesterday I mentioned that I'm soon going on a road trip to see Bon Jovi in concert. Well, one more day to go!
While I'm very excited to be at the concert, getting there is half the fun. As an Aerosmith song once said, "Life's a journey, not a destination." (Incidentally, they are coming to Saskatoon in September - so need to get tickets!).
So, when planning something, whether it be a road trip or an open house, here are some ways to plan and enjoy the journey at the same time:
Make a List
Avoid the stress of forgetting something by making a list of everything that needs to get done. I like to make a list of items with checkboxes beside them. There is something very satisfying about being able to check off a task that is complete.
Give Yourself Time
Most stress occurs because everything is left to the last minute. Start planning out what needs to be done well in advance so that you can enjoy creating the marketing or sending those emails, rather than running around like a crazed chicken.
Don't Be Afraid to Ask for Help
Any journey is more enjoyable when you can share it with someone, whether it be a spouse, an assistant, a team member, the seller, or the buyer. Sometimes input from a third party can really provide some great insights, ease the burden, and make the process more enjoyable.
Enjoy Your Successes
Things don't always go according to plan. That is the cold reality of life. There are few activities that ever go exactly as they should. Don't let this get you down, though. Celebrate the successes of what when as planned, or what happened that was great despite of the plan.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I just remembered something to add to my list!
Stay tuned for my adventures on the road! :)
Tanya
~ Tanya Spilchak, Education Coordinator