To enhance your performance, be flexible. Having an array of tasks in mind will allow for you to be more natural with the methodology of your execution. By being conscious of that which remains to be done, you can better judge how flexible to be with your time, and perhaps accomplish more along the way.
Making the Most Of The Time You Manage.
Before you even step into the office, know exactly what you have to get done. Arriving at work, checking e-mails, and casually figuring out what there is to do IS NOT to your benefit. By acknowledging what remains to be accomplished beforehand, you can be prepared to jet into high-gear from the start.
Ready To Rock It Like Danielle LaPorte?
Danielle starts her article with Free Days. On Saturday and Sunday, she does everything she needs to unwind, refresh, and enjoy life. I know from firsthand experience that Free Days can be critical for overcoming stress, or getting in touch with family and friends—the things that make life worth living.
Problem Solving Essentials for Time Management
Once you have identified the shortcoming, it’s time to generate as many solutions as possible. Examine the pros and cons of each potential fix. Considering multiple angles and routes of proceeding can help accelerate you towards the desired outcome.
Stress Cutting Into Your Schedule?
Stress impairs your ability to stay physically active. Interestingly enough, exercising can boost hormones that elevate your frame of mind. If aerobic workouts aren’t already a routine part of your day, consider a jog or burst training session before, after, or in between business hours for a mental pick-me-up.
Delegate to Build a Strong and Versatile Team?
Poor delegation, on the other hand will lead to frustration, confusion and demotivation. When you are able to determine what tasks can be delegated, you not only free up your time so that you can focus on more important items, you strengthen your team’s knowledge, productivity and growth.
Do You Value Your Business?
Right now is the best time to be the boss—to embrace self-improvement—to create a unique approach that will make you the role-model to whom your peers turn to for tips and tricks on getting things done right. By eliminating distractions, creating a to-do protocol, and using productivity tech to your advantage, you can make the business as valuable as your time—after all—what is more precious? The solution is in the moment—waiting on you.
The 2015 Time Wasters Survey Exit Thoughts!
We too often think that by doing all the little things that need to be done, we’ll get there — and all we have to do is get those things done a bit faster. In fact, we are more successful at reaching our goals by prioritizing and working on the important pieces. “
5 Simple Steps to Reduce Interruptions in the Workplace
Interruptions do not merely take up precious time, but detract from the quality of your output. In order to engage—to stay focused—and deliver to the very best of your ability, you must have a methodology for handling unnecessary distractions. By implementing these 5 steps, you will be ready to deal with whatever comes your way and notice a significant improvement to your productivity.
Announcing the Winner of the 2015 Survey!
A key finding from this year’s survey is procrastination is a major obstacle to being productive. Nearly half of the respondents to OfficeTime’s survey said they feel they spend too much time putting off doing more productive or necessary tasks each day.