With the festive period only a matter of weeks away, it may already seem like your to do list is bigger than old Saint Nicks himself! Unlike Santa, you may not have an army of elves to help with your workload, but you do have organisation and planning tools to help you get through this busy time.

Any mum who works will tell you how hard it can be to manage time and to-do tasks in the build up to Christmas. As a mumpreneur it can be even harder, as you are juggling the stress of running your own business, finding quality family time and preparing for Christmas.

Plan, Plan, Plan There is a saying that goes “if you fail to plan, you are planning to fail” and it is quite true. Failing to make a plan to manage everything that needs doing will likely lead to failure. The earlier you can make your plan, the more time you have to complete the tasks. When planning for the festive period, ensure you factor in your business, social and family commitments with your preparations for Christmas.

Creating a well organised schedule will give you visibility of all the tasks in hand and will identify periods of free time that you didn’t realise you had. Use these to spend quality time with your family or take some time out for yourself to prevent festive burnout. While your schedule may seem daunting at first, break it down into manageable chunks and be sure to tick off tasks as you complete them. Ticking off tasks not only helps you stay on top of what needs to be done, it also creates a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment, both of which will boost efficiency.

Ask For Help They may not be an army of elves, but having a small supportive network of friends and family will be a lifesaver during December; make sure you make the most of this opportunity by asking for their help. Ask family members to help with childcare, play dates and the school run. This will free up some extra time for you to focus on your workload.

Getting your partner and children involved with the Christmas preparations will help lighten the load and is actually a great way to boost your children’s self esteem and confidence. Children love to feel helpful and by giving them responsibilities, such as decorating the tree, provides them with a great sense of pride and accomplishment.

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