You're absolutely swamped--there are no ifs, ands, or buts about it. And, despite the fact that you know your to-do list is overflowing with things that require your attention and action, you're frozen. You have so much to do, you only feel paralyzed.
We've all been there. Dealing with a plate that's far too full isn't fun. But, while your first inclination might be to head for the couch and curl up for a lengthy nap, you know that's not necessarily the most effective strategy for tackling your workload.
Instead, you need to take a deep breath, chug a few mugs of hot, strong coffee, and get to work. Here's how to best wade through that daunting to-do list of yours--categorized by what exactly you need to accomplish.