TIME
- AN UNRENEWABLE RESOURCE
by Santina Kerslake
Ever thought up of a great idea but didn't do anything about it?
Welcome to the world of
p-r-o-c-r-a-s-t-i-n-a-t-i-o-n.
It's not the things we do all day that create the time crunch but
the way we handle them. Our behaviour patterns & attitudes towards
certain tasks developed over time, cause the backlog! Taking a look
at all the things we need in our life as well as all the things
that need to get done, makes doing things and life easier.
Some things that contribute to procrastination are basic. But when
left unchecked, they don't get done. Most of the time that means
not doing a project that we have dreamed of, or simply not having
time for ourselves.
Sometimes:
We don't like to do it.
~ By hiring others to do the tasks we hate, saves us time and
anguish!
We don't know where to start.
~ Making sure the research gets priority at the beginning helps
with planning as well as ensures its viability!
We don't know where we are going.
~ Getting expert advice reduces anxiety and time!
We may feel overwhelmed.
~ Planning out the projects and life will ensure balance!
We may strive for perfection.
~ Perfection is selfish. We should strive for excellence & enjoy
the experience!
Keeping things simple is the *key* to good time management. We first
need to identify trouble spots, then implement time saving techniques
we know we'll stick to. Shaving minutes off daily tasks could mean
hours by the end of the week and it is time we can use on ourselves!
Here are a few easy-to-stick-to ideas you can incorporate into your
day:
Think about using a headset.
Screen call with voice mail or caller
ID.
Use a speed dialler.
Filter the pesky emails.
Create folders to categorize the
emails for easy searching.
Bookmark an article in a magazine
or tear out and file it.
If you must take calls while outside,
get a cell or PCS phone.
Do something with that piece of
paper, file it in folders or chuck it!
Prioritizing what needs to be done is the first step to getting organized
and making sure you'll be there on time with the right stuff!
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THE AUTHOR . . . Santina helps people unleash their ideas, talents
and energies through coaching, inspiring and motivating them to
take action by planning each step toward their objective. Need a
coach on your team? Call 613.747.6722 or e.coach
Visit site at
Leap Frog Consulting.
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