What’s the least favorite item on my daily “to do” list? Writing the list in the first place, of course. Just thinking about it makes my shoulders tense up. That’s why I’m so intrigued by the idea of a “did it” list. Even the name makes me smile, because it suggests the sheer enthusiasm we felt as children when we experienced an achievement (large or small) and shouted “I DID IT!” Along the way to adulthood most of us lose the sense of joy that can come from getting something done. What if we wrote that dreaded list as a victory lap, thinking about what we’d celebrate getting done? What would you feel really good about accomplishing by the end of the day? What would make your boss happy? What task has been hanging over your head like a baby grand piano? What would make you feel as if you'd taken an important (even small) career step in the right direction? What  would help you feel like a kid again? …see more