How do you keep your tasks and to-do list organised — or do you just keep it all in your head?

B Natural answer

I usually keep my tasks in a weekly list so I can see the bigger picture. At the start of the week, I write down everything I need to finish, then I add small jobs as they come up. After that, I I sort things by priority and try to do the urgent items first. I also do a quick review each evening, because that helps me catch anything I forgot. It works better than trying to remember everything, especially when work gets busy.

Key phrases in this answer

• a weekly list — a list of tasks planned for the whole week“I make a weekly list every Monday morning.”
• I sort things by priority — I arrange tasks so the most important ones come first“I sort things by priority before I start working.”
• a quick review — a short check to see what is done and what is left“I do a quick review before I leave the office.”
• my phone reminders — alerts on a phone that help you remember tasks or events“I use my phone reminders for meetings and deadlines.”
• a simple notes app — an app for writing short notes and task lists“I keep grocery ideas in a simple notes app.”
• keep everything in one place — store all tasks and notes in one system“I keep everything in one place so I don't lose track.”