Last week the Today Show reported that the word “time” is the most commonly used noun in the English language.
This is not a surprise. Everyone is obsessed with time! There is not enough of it; things take too much of it; and it is one commodity we cannot replace.
I want to share 10 Timely Tips:
1. Prioritize the three most important activities to accomplish in a day
v Don’t major in the minors
v Focus on what is important, not just urgent
2. Decide what you can give up in order to get what you want
v Be clear about what you are borrowing from area of your life to pay for another
v Learn to say no
3. Eliminate Tolerations
v Clean up the things that drain your energy and time
v Simplify your environment
4. Start a project and work in 15 minute increments
v This will get you into action
v Choose to work longer if you like
5. Touch paper/letter/memo once
v Decide what to do with it immediately
v File, distribute, toss or take action later
6. Delete/Delay/Delegate
v Choose what action needs to be taken
v Be proactive about your schedule
7. Use waiting time wisely
v Carry small projects with you
v Make phone calls, send notes, read articles or relax
8. Group tasks together
v Make phone calls or send emails at once
v You’ll be more effective and focused
9. Take care of yourself
v Get enough sleep, eat well, exercise
v Schedule quiet time each day
10. Be present
v Focus increases your productivity and fulfillment
v You’ll have less worry and stress
By following these tips, the adjectives focused, organized and relaxed will become part of your vocabulary.