What's your excuse?
Of course you want to know the answer to that question. The time capsule is right here, waiting for your next step. If you want to get started with this amazing opportunity right now, then go ahead and do it!
But if not, don't worry too much because the next people will take care of the job very soon! You can gradually work into it over time or just wait in hope that someone else catches up before you do. Have a peace of mind knowing that someone is patiently waiting for your turn to start on this exciting project.
Don't jump the gun
Everyone wants to be part of something new, fun and exciting. And that is exactly what the time capsule project is all about!
Don't get too excited and jump into something before you even know what it is. Research the subject until you feel confident and enthusiastic about it, then go ahead with your idea. If you are in a hurry to start this project or any other because of some time restriction or pressure then chances are you won't do it right! Remember that doing something half-heartedly will not benefit anyone. Therefore, don't let others put pressure on you to do something that doesn't interest you.
Know your audience
Are you trying to get people involved in the project or tell them how cool and fun it is? The secret is that they will only be able to fully know the project's true potential when they are done with it themselves. Therefore, make sure you are telling them what is really important and encouraging them to get going!
Be patient
It's not as easy as you may think, especially when most people have set their minds on partaking in this project. In definite cases, it can be very frustrating for others who are trying to take over for someone else. Give others time to catch up before assuming that you will have to take full responsibility for your time capsule.
Make sure they know you are a professional and that you are responsible enough to hold the responsibility of this project on your shoulders.
Don't be boring
Make sure other people aren't over bored with your time capsule project. If they are not interested, what makes you think that they will work hard on it?
If the thought of starting your own time capsule seems too difficult for you, then think about making a website about it! This is something that needs other people's input as well. Even though there will be many more people who browse your website than actually working in the time capsule itself, it certainly contributes to the overall effort.
Use a common language
Even though it may be difficult to answer the question of "what's your excuse?" when you begin working on the project, eventually you will develop the habit of answering it. At some point, this phrase will become part of your everyday routine. And that's when things really start to get interesting!
When you first start working on your time capsule project it can be hard to have an idea of what proper communication is all about. Essentially, there are four main skills that everyone must know if they are going to communicate well with others: listening, speaking, written and visual. Observe how others communicate in real life and try to incorporate those techniques into your own daily routine.
The time capsule is about to be sent into the world for others to enjoy. There are some important rules and guidelines that you must follow when making sure everything goes smoothly.
Use common sense on everything! Always walk in with open eyes and an open mind. Be willing to learn from your mistakes or from people who are much more experienced than you are with the subject of the time capsule itself. Never let yourself get stressed out over anything, as this can lead to poor work habits that may go unnoticed during testing.
Time is of the essence, don't waste it! Never let a day go by without doing something important towards the completion of the project. Day after day, week after week and year after year, you must be focused on achieving your goal. Monitor your progress by creating checklists or calendars so that you can see how far you have come. Without creating these types of games for yourself, you will never know how fast or slow the process has been going.
Get rid of "time wasters" in your life! Some people are always too busy with their daily errands to make time for something as important as a time capsule project. Some of them have lost all hope in the subject and have lost the will to continue with it. Don't let this be a "time waster" to you as well. Surround yourself with people who believe in what you believe in and who will help you achieve your goal.
