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The energy of a new project gets you started. You are excited to create order in your home with organizing, find a new app to help with productivity or create better communication with a meeting. \u00a0In the beginning, there is fuel with stimulation and energy. What happens when your tasks and project hit a road block? How do you get to the finish line? \u00a0For those with ADHD, it\u2019s a common question.<\/p>\n

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Know what the finish line looks like<\/h3>\n

What does it look like to finish your project? \u00a0Is is pinterest worthy? Does it need to be? \u00a0Keep the end in mind as you start the project so you know when it is complete. There\u2019s often perfectionism that\u2019s inthe way of getting to the finish line. \u00a0You can work in the space or on the routine as a practice session. That way you can course correct if necessary and finish after you redefine the end result.<\/p>\n

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Get coaching to get to the finish line<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s so close and yet so far. \u00a0You are 90% done and it\u2019s that last 10% that \u00a0is not happening. Go with a team approach with a coach. \u00a0A coach will help you flush out obstacles and see what is in the way. \u00a0Perhaps there were more decisions you didn\u2019t see or there\u2019s no time in your schedule. \u00a0Often those with ADHD respond well to coaching s they are verbal processors who need to work out a few last details.<\/p>\n

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Set the date<\/h3>\n

A simple date can draw your project to a close. It\u2019s just like when we plan on company coming! It\u2019s that date that helps us make things final. If you have a project, work backwards from the due date and create segments or chunks<\/a> to accomplish smaller parts. Also pad your due date with an extra week. \u00a0Tasks and projects take twice or three times as long as you might project.<\/p>\n

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Teamwork gets you to the finish line<\/h3>\n

For me the last 10% takes the most time and energy. \u00a0The energy and \u00a0strengths of having a team can get you to the finish line. \u00a0Meet with you team well before the deadline. \u00a0Align who does what best so you are working from strong skills and knowledge. A team approach also means there are more people to celebrate your success together.<\/p>\n

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After getting to the finish line, celebrate your success with a list of what helped you finalize your project. \u00a0The list helps you create new strategies for your next project.<\/p>\n

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