http://www.dumblittleman.com/2009/10/7-must-read-productivity-steps-to.html

Step #1: Write Down What You Want to Accomplish and Give it a Deadline

Step #2: Create a Simple Plan for Getting Things Done

Step #3: Schedule Critical Tasks Daily

Step #4: Eat that “Ugly Frog” First

Step #5: Focus on the task at Hand

Step #6: Just Say “No”

Step #7: Track and Report Your Progress