Speaking of which – where did 2007 go?!! hehehe

But that’s a valid point for a lot of people.

I guess personal project is another slippery definition. If, for example, I were to look at developing a Web 2.0 application in the real estate sector then I still need to set definitive project timelines. On that level a project is a project and timeboxing different sections is a good way to go.

The main reason – say for the application or even the site redesign – is that, as you know, its easy to get into the cycle of pushing a pixel here and there in a non-productive circle that detracts from other available time and projects.

So, personally, I find that I do need some form of discipline in that area. And I need to try a bit harder to definitively state solid timeframes. I suppose we’re talking about simplistic versions of Gantt Charts and Critical Path Method. Otherwise I find my week becomes a month…

Treating projects as time-managed events is the key to them being completed successfully on time.

>>”My list of intended projects can sometimes get out of hand.”

Is that because they are personal projects though? I mean, do they need to be completed by certain deadlines? If something isn’t 100% right – does anyone else complain, or is it only you who will notice?

I think time-boxing might have a tough time with personal projects, but makes a lot of sense for business-related projects.