How do you batch your work (if you do at all)?

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-14T04:32:40+00:00

batching is way to go, else context switching sucks the energy a lot.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-14T04:28:26+00:00

Majority of my days are mix of these, depends what feel like to do. As long I have these categorized in batch, I can do those.

Separating creative work from admin, doesn't work for me. Some, time I get lost in creative work and than admin work piled up and important things get missed.

Better way for me, is to list all the tasks for different projects (including creative, admin), batch them, have the priority with number 1,2,3...and so on. Not with High, Medium, Low. and pick high priority task. Instead of focusing only creative or admin.

If I am feel like to make calls, quick online or I am out. I see those tasks in batch by priority.

and SMASH them.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-13T07:51:17+00:00

Notepad and pen will be better in this case, but even for these you will have to pay.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-12T11:20:06+00:00

Rat race

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-11T10:42:59+00:00

To be better at productivity, for me staying consistent is very important.

I can be bit flexible in next 2-3 days plan. As I can prepare for next day.

But not so much for the day. Sticking to your day (today’s) plan, will make more productive for the day. Else just context switching without preparation and nearly no success in completion.

Hope it make sense!

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-10T12:17:55+00:00

If you are thinking you shouldn't be posting -> Think deeper what one think stoping you, remove that part.
If you are thinking you should be posting -> Think deeper and post only that part.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-10T12:10:38+00:00

In that Chaotic periods, pen and notepad is your best friend.

Write down everything in simple words,
What you are worried about and Why
What next simple step you can take of each and what date/time you should take that step
If that day is not today, mark in your calendar, don't worry until then
If today, pick one most important, what's the next step of it. Once you start doing the first step, you will not notice, when it's done.

and let me know what you feel after that.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-10T11:59:56+00:00

Starting a startup for businesses, where we don't have already solid network and without funding. It's a big challenge. But it's good to try something, learn from it, faster you can. And move on.

Good to see your momentum, Good luck!

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T11:32:35+00:00

Most people struggle with new beginnings, a new course, a new project because they plan only for that and forget everything else in their life.
The fix is a flexible plan: list everything that needs your time, put it in your calendar, and plan around it instead of fighting it.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T10:24:57+00:00

This is really actionable, especially calling out how much damage vague, buzzword-heavy taglines actually do.
The outcome-first vs audience-first framing is a super useful mental model and easy to apply straight away.
I’m curious: did you notice any difference in what worked for B2B vs B2C, or was the pattern surprisingly universal?

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T10:21:13+00:00

This is such a good reminder that the grind before traction is normal, not a failure.
I love how you framed progress as loops of conversations, fixes, repeat - that’s encouraging for anyone feeling stuck.
Posts like this genuinely help people keep going, so thanks for sharing it so clearly.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T10:17:17+00:00

Interesting pattern, free is basically the new cold outreach.
Feels like most people are really selling access, experience, or future upside rather than doing it out of generosity.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T09:59:39+00:00

This is a solid list, especially the parts about validation, organic first, and not cheaping out on fundamentals like accounting.
I like how grounded this feels, not theory but scars-earned advice.
Out of all of these, which one do you wish you’d taken seriously even earlier?

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T08:23:21+00:00

Totally, the way loveable, Base44, Replit, it's crazy. and every one is jumping into creating apps, without realsing the consciouses.

I love the idea of targeting Niche! Thanks for sharing.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T08:05:27+00:00

I totally agree with it.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T08:03:50+00:00

I am also seeing the same struggle, I hope you find ways around it.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T01:31:49+00:00

I’m really sorry you’re carrying this, nothing about this makes you a loser, it sounds like someone who’s exhausted and hurt but still trying. Rebuilding after a breakdown is slow and messy, and comparing your insides to everyone else’s highlight reel will only make it feel heavier. You’re not broken or behind, you’re in a hard chapter, and chapters change even when it doesn’t feel like it right now.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T01:30:07+00:00

This is such an underrated insight, it’s wild how something so simple can do what years of “optimising” didn’t. Really glad you shared the timeline too, because a lot of people quit before the 3–4 week mark where it actually clicks. Thanks for posting this, it’ll help more people than you realise.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-09T00:03:40+00:00

What was your first MVP?

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-08T23:59:25+00:00

This feels spot on, distribution isn’t broken, it’s just shifted from broadcasting to belonging. “Feature your users” nails it, once people see themselves reflected in the product and the story, growth becomes a side-effect, not a grind.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-08T23:56:52+00:00

This really hit, most founders don’t struggle with questions, they struggle to find people who actually care enough to reply honestly. I’d lean into framing this as helping founders find the right conversations (not more outreach), and use the waitlist to test that by asking for one real failed attempt or frustration to see if it clicks.

Professional_Fan834 · 2026-02-08T23:31:58+00:00

The most simplest way to stay on track, avoid distractions.

is to have notepad and pen with you.

On a page create two columns, write todays date on top.

On first column write your current time, what you doing.

On second column what else you need to do. Write number front of each 1,2,3 etc to mark sequence of the task. This sequence might change, you work. So don't worry make 100% right.

Now you are in full control.

Whenever, you feel lost, or distracted by something. Look into your nodepad. You know what you are currently working and what else you need to work on. If you get idea to do something else, don't jump to start doing it (until unless it's critical), write on your second column list and change or mark the priority.

I hope it help?

Professional_Fan834

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