You don’t need a fancy app. A simple notebook works wonders. Scribble down “Started writing – 9:15 AM” with a pen that smells like victory.
Or, go digital. Google Sheets is free and simple. You can even use a plain text file. The tool doesn’t matter; the ritual does.
I once used a sticky note on my monitor for a whole month. It looked chaotic, but it worked. Low-tech? Absolutely. Effective? You bet.
Try the “Pomodoro” Twist
Here’s a fun comparison: treat your work like a game show. You have 25 minutes of focus, then a 5-minute prize break (snack time, celebrate!).
Record each 25-minute “round” on your timesheet. It turns a boring log into something like keeping score. Who wouldn’t want to beat their own high score for focused work?
How to create a timesheet in Excel | QuickBooks Australia
