Do You Make These 10 Common Checklist Mistakes?
We all use checklists from time to time, whether it's a mental checklist to remind ourselves of the tasks we need to do or a physical checklist to help us pack for a trip. But are you making these 10 common mistakes when creating and using checklists? 1. Assuming that everyone uses your checklist the same way you do. Each person who reads your checklist will probably go through it differently. A new manager, for instance, might read every step on a troubleshooting guide before proceeding, while an experienced worker might prefer to skip ahead and come back to the early steps if they run into a problem. Make sure you know what your audience needs and adjust the way you present information accordingly. 2. Writing a long checklist that…