If you’re like most ambitious people, you’re always trying to get more done. The secret is paying attention to what you want to achieve. Follow this GPS formula:

• G: Goals. Write down what you want to accomplish so it’s clear and detailed in your mind. Make sure your goals are specific—include deadlines for completion, and metrics for success. Don’t overload yourself; concentrate on just one or two objectives at a time.
• P: Plans. Work out a general plan for achieving each business goal over the long term. For instance, if you want to increase sales by 75% over a 5 year period, you may start by hiring a sales person. Each phase in your plan is a goal in itself. Approach each interim goal methodically, and follow a consistent process for completing each one.
• S: Steps. Break your plan down into separate segments that are small enough to tackle one after another, and large enough to stretch your skills at least a little. Think in terms of what you can accomplish in a single day, where you want to be at the end of the first month, and so forth. This gives you a sense of direction and also helps you monitor progress.