Ever feel like you are always running out of time?
We often talk about not having enough time to get the things we want to accomplish completed. Rather than focusing on the seeming lack of time available, or complaining about not having enough time in the day; consider what you can accomplish.
Five Time-wasters:
1. Social media. If you’re using social media for business, limit the time you use to schedule
your updates versus viewing the activities of friends, family and colleagues.
2. Energetic drains. Look to see what people and/or activities drain your energy. When you
limit what drains you, you’ll get more done in a focused, energized way.
3. Time factor. We regularly underestimate how long it will take to complete a task. Be
realistic and plan accordingly.
4. Forcing. Are you trying to force things to happen in a certain time frame?
5. Pressure. Do you thrive on the pressure of working on a tight deadline? Do you feel
motivated to get started on a project the night before it’s due? Do you prefer to leave
yourself plenty of time? Know which method works for you and use it to your
advantage. Set goals appropriately to finish the task well in advance.
Five Tips to Get on Schedule:
1. Sleep! If we do not get enough sleep each night, our brains cannot function at peak
performance.
2. List it out. Write out a list of goals and tasks you'd like to complete. Next to each
item select a goal date to accomplish.
3. Time audit. Write out the various activities you do in an average week. Notice where
you spend your time on a regular basis. Can anything be eliminated or can you condense
the duration of time required to execute an activity?
4. Value. Value your time and other people will do the same.
5. Down time. Take mini breaks when you need them during the day to recharge and
refocus.
It's About Time
by C.K. Kochis