[Digital Nomad Time Management] Say goodbye to procrastination, how to use time management tools to achieve an efficient digital nomadic life

Hi! Dear friend Gilly, how are you today? Have you also started a digital nomadic life or experience? When we choose a digital nomadic life and want to pursue freedom, do you also feel that the "tug-of-war between freedom and procrastination" is particularly frequent? Gilly wants to share with you a key skill I learned in digital nomadic life-time management.

Why is time management the secret weapon of digital nomads?

數位遊牧焦慮大作戰：沒有目標才是拖延的元兇

There are more and more things piled up, and each one seems to have a high priority. As a result, the more I think about it, the more anxious I am, and the more chaotic I am, and then I simply can't see it. Suddenly, a voice appeared in my heart and told me, "Oh my God!" Get it done tomorrow! 」

So our brains chose to obey this voice. I temporarily escaped today, but when tomorrow comes, the same thing I have to face, but because I missed yesterday's implementation, the progress is being delayed more and more urgently, and then the constant is the multiplying pressure caused by anxiety, and at this time there may be a louder devil's voice: "Ugh! I don't seem to be able to make it, so let's just give up! 」

數位遊牧人生的兩條路：放棄真的能解決問題嗎？

The cute brain uses an energy-saving survival strategy, allowing us to choose a reaction mechanism to escape when faced with pressure. But when we are used to giving up when we encounter pressure, over time, we really face it.Many things that take time to manage usually go through a boring process., It became impossible to persevere, so the things that were very enthusiastic at the beginning were over with just a little investment.

But this does not mean that you are exhausted physically and mentally, and you have to force yourself to bear the pressure to do things. In this case, the best choice is to obey your brain, go to rest quickly, or do something relaxing, and don't hold on hard. becauseHard push, will onlyPile up your pressure，Make the psychology more internal consumption, and then just give up.

拆解數位遊牧的挑戰：用小達標擊退拖延症！

The experience Gili has learned in her previous work experience is to do the tasks in her hands without rushing to do them. She must learn to "disassemble" and set an "execution order". FromSmall particle size、Low difficultyThe task starts first. Because when it's done, what you getSmall sense of accomplishmentWill motivate yourself very much, and will naturally form the motivation to continue to move on to other tasks.

從混亂到有序：吉莉的數位遊牧時間管理神器

數位遊牧必備1️⃣：紙本筆記本，讓靈感自由落地

This is a habit that has been extended from the student days to the present. Even in the digital age, paper tools are still necessary for their existence. Sometimes I take a small notebook with me, or have one on the table, when I have an idea.，Write notes or graffiti casually, There will be an inexplicableHealing feeling。

數位遊牧必備2️⃣：桌曆，掌握你的自由節奏

Gilly likes to use her desk to manage her monthly life and work schedule. Placed on the desktop, it is clear at a glance, and you can write instantly. The cute and exquisite desk calendar is placed on the table to add a sense of decoration to the desk. 2025 is coming soon，Gilly designed a monthly calendar, Provide the field on the right (mobile phone mode, monthly calendar at the bottom of this article) for everyoneFree downloadOh! Let's plan your digital nomadic life in 2025!

數位遊牧必備3️⃣：手機鬧鐘，自由不是睡到自然醒

Absolutely did not sleep until he woke up naturally! Although she works freely, Jili will set the time on her mobile phone to keep her life regular according to the work and rest of her previous working hours. But also because it is free work and self-management, I will also measure the physical or psychological condition of the day and flexibly fine-tune the itinerary configuration.

數位遊牧必備4️⃣：數位日誌，記錄流動的生活與思考

Every night before going to bed, Gilly will get used to itMobile phone log APPDaily work progress and life. Sometimes at the end of the day, my thoughts are very complicated, and after combing them out, my thoughts suddenly open. Logging every day has become Gilly'sSense of ceremony。 Even if it is missed one day, it will be recorded immediately the next day. Gilly will also be fixed for a weekLook back at the log。

Log content structure

project	content
Start logging	Day n
Wake up time	For example: 7:00 in the morning
Physical and mental condition	For example: good spirits, good health, slight fatigue
Today's work progress	For example: Completed the writing of the article, edited the design drawing, and responded to the email.
Tomorrow's itinerary	For example: have a meeting in the morning, do SEO optimization in the afternoon, and write articles in the evening
reflection	For example: There are some delays today, but we need to improve efficiency tomorrow.

數位遊牧必備5️⃣：Trello，讓遠距生活變得井然有序

Trello is aKanban tools, Help track progress, suitable for multi-task management.Gilly's tailor-made language learning courses for her family, Just use Trello for schedule management.

數位遊牧必備6️⃣：Miro，遠端協作與大計畫的最佳戰友

Very suitable for annualGeneral direction planning and processOn theBrainstormingWhen, in particular, teamwork is required. The interface is simple, the layout can be enlarged infinitely, and the editing tools of post-it notes and drag-and-drop can be combined.

數位遊牧必備7️⃣：Notion，強大又智能的數據與任務管理神器

Suitable forComplex projectsNote-taking, document integration and target tracking. In addition to Trello, Gilly will also use Concept to manage the schedule. Functions supported by the free version: set task weights, task timeline and progress percentage, quantify tasks with basic data and automatically classify task progress... etc.

數位遊牧工作流：Notion vs. Trello vs. Miro，誰才是你的最佳拍檔？

Feature comparison	Notion	Trello	Miro	Win
Quantitative and automation capabilities	It provides filtering, sorting, and automation functions, and supports diversified database operations. The free version is quite powerful.	The basic functions are perfect, but advanced automation requires a fee (using Power-Ups).	Provide basic automation functions, but focus on visual collaboration, and quantitative functions are not prominent.	🏆 Notion
User interface intuitiveness	It is powerful, but the interface is more complicated for novices and requires learning time.	Simple to understand and intuitive to operate, it is very suitable for users who are new to project management.	Visual drag-and-drop operation is simple and intuitive, suitable for novices who need visual thinking.	🏆 Miro
Feature richness of the free version	The free version already supports a variety of functions, and most needs can be met without upgrading.	The free version is fully functional, but advanced features (such as automation) are more restrictive.	The free version supports basic whiteboard functions, but there are some restrictions on advanced templates and the number of users.	🏆 Notion
Multi-platform synchronization and integration	Support the integration of multiple tools and applications, with high flexibility.	Focusing on project management, the integration is slightly less than that of Concept.	Support integration with design tools, project management tools, etc., and excellent collaboration capabilities.	🏆 Miro
Learning curve	It is feature-rich, but it takes time to learn to realize its full potential.	The interface is simple, and there is almost no need for additional learning, so you can get started right away.	Drag-and-drop operation is simple, but advanced templates and functions need to be adapted and explored.	🏆 Trello
Visual collaboration ability	It supports the combination of charts and notes, but visualization ability is not its strength.	Provide basic Kanban board visualization with a single function.	It provides unlimited whiteboards and flexible drawing functions, and visual collaboration is the main strength.	🏆 Miro

summary

1. Notion Suitable for users who need data management, automated operations, and strong integration capabilities.
2. Trello It is an entry-level tool, suitable for users who are quick to get started and focus on basic project management needs.
3. Miro Suitable for teams or individuals who need visual thinking, collaboration, and graphical projects.

數位遊牧生活的效率密碼：如何規劃每一天？

Where does our pressure come from? In fact, many times, the temporary storage space in the head has reached the upper limit. But we still habitually stuff things into it, even if the memory of our heads has been activated. That's why we start to feel anxious and nervous.

數位遊牧心理學：壓力來自哪裡？如何破解？

除了寫日誌之外，使用生成式AI工具，如：chatGPT，也可以很有效的提供一些想法上的建議，幫助你釐清一些困惑。（吉莉常常都覺得AI可以得出更有建設性的反饋。）

數位遊牧智慧助攻：工具比人還可靠！

Make good use of paper tools or digital process control tools, such as：Trello、Miro、Notion。 It is to assist oneself in the systematic management of abstract time and visualization.

數位遊牧的任務管理心法：如何清楚知道自己在忙什麼？

In her past work experience, Jili has deeply realized the difference between a work environment that makes good use of systematic management of work progress and a work environment that does not control progress at all. And this is not a fundamental factor related to the tools used, or whether you use SCRUM or not.

The key lies in the awareness and initiative of the team or the workers themselves about the task.

What is the task?
How to start the planning process and goals?
Schedule management?
What resources are needed?

從學校鐘聲到自由規劃：如何建立數位遊牧的節奏感

數位遊牧的時間管理心法：把課表思維轉化為自我成長計畫

Taiwan's education system and environment have always been a nightmare for many students, especially the cramming teaching method and the system of obedience to authority, which extend from students to the workplace society. As a result, these concepts are deeply rooted in everyone's hearts, and then the education reform has been changing, but it has not produced much.With the help of.

部分家庭很努力的把孩子送到歐美求學，但海歸派歸國後，卻又會產生對本土社會與職場的適應不良。其實這就跟辭職以後的生活一樣，以為自己脫離了一個體制窠臼，但其實真的是這樣嗎？因為事實是，環境很難改變，能改變的只有自己。

沒有學校鐘聲的日子，你還能好好管理時間嗎？

自由不是隨性，數位遊牧者如何打造高效的時間規劃？

以前總覺得聽到學校鐘聲，或是要出門去準時上班很痛苦，但這一切卻訓練出一種自然的規律性，養成吉莉習慣性地會用手機設定鬧鐘作每天時程上規律的安排：早起時間、每天的開工時間、休息、工作結束時間。這些時間的斷點，就像是開關，在提醒大腦什麼時候要做一個階段性的總結。

從課表到行程表：數位遊牧如何掌握工作與學習節奏

Thoughts from when I was a student: "Strange! In order to force us to learn this knowledge, can the school use it in the future? "But until you become a worker, you will cherish those days when you can concentrate on your studies. Suddenly realized the intention of those schedule arrangements. When I was a student, I felt it was torture, but now I realize it was training.Systematic thinkingThe starting style.

In addition to arranging work schedules, Gilly will also use her time to read and learn other knowledge and techniques. And at this time, the schedule arrangement of the student era comes in handy. Every day willDifferent techniques or books, cross-study, Instead of being very rigid in only learning a technique or reading a book, but absorbing different knowledge across disciplines, this will inspire a lot of ideas and inspiration.

數位遊牧者的日常：如何打造自己的專屬「行動辦公室」？

讓數位工具成為你的遊牧助理：提升時間管理效率

Paper tools, in fact, sometimes because they are forgotten, they may not be brought with them. And digital tools, such as mobile phone log APP、Trello、Miro、NotionBoth computer and mobile APP versions are available, and now everyone has the habit of using almost one machine at a time. It is very convenient to download these digital time management tools. Eliminating the burden of going out, but also achieving the efficiency of instant management of daily itinerary and progress.

如何成為自己生活與工作的專案管理師？

Try to start with howmanage yourselfLife and planning career goalsAs a starting point for project management, And make good use of time management tools to improve your efficiency.

想法不該只是夢想：如何讓數位遊牧生活真正落地？

No matter how many ideas you have, if you just put them in your head, it can easily become a dream in the end. If the idea can be practiced, it will become an achievement.

所以就是要把這些想法用文字、圖像、數字等等方式把他具體的紀錄下來。

數位遊牧者的成就感累積法則：小目標，大改變

Even if you just want to organize your desk, write it out, and then tell yourself that at this specific time and date, there is no reason to concentrate on it immediately.

When you see the desk become neat and clean, your mood will really suddenly shine inexplicably.

別忘了！數位遊牧也需要適時鼓勵自己！

At this time, don't forget to encourage yourself: "It's great! One thing is done! "We actuallyEveryone has a child in their heart, He won't disappear because we are grown up and sensible. He has always been there, but our life and pressure have made us forget him, and we have become more likely to pretend to be ourselves, to be like a "mature adult", and to be able to survive in this competitive society. As a result, we often fall into a vortex of comparison, making ourselves self-doubt, feeling that we are always not good enough, and becoming insecure. So pleasePraise yourself generouslyright! As long as you are willing to take any step to make a change, it is a very brave thing, and you are the best!

數位遊牧的終極挑戰：做自己的老闆，掌握自由與紀律！

To be able to work and live independently, you must first have an independent heart. The model in the system relies on collective binding force, butIt's up to you to work freely。 From the perspective of time management, know whether you are suitable for a digital nomadic life, treat yourself as a micro-enterprise in operation, combine your own experience along the way, and use your creativity to arrange the future for yourself.

Extended reading：

• 【Digital Nomad#2-1】From "handing in homework” to flexible creation! Using project management thinking to improve digital nomadic efficiency: A Learning journey of Google PM license "Foundations of Project Management"
• 【Digital Nomadic Decision-making】如何用《進擊的行為科學》做出更好的生活決策
• 【Nomad Mentality Development】《綠燈》

Lovely reader，
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