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Top 10 Ways to Manage Your Time
By Rose Zappa Jehnert
1. Have a “FINE” day - Formulate a plan before you start your day
– make a list of what needs to be accomplished, Implement your plan with
energy and enthusiasm, Navigate through your day with flexibility and patience,
and Evaluate your day, because there is always chance for improvement tomorrow!
2. List the tasks that need to be accomplished and rank them in order that
you will accomplish them using an “ABC” method. A – must be
done; B – should be done; and C – would be nice if it gets done. Check
off all that you accomplish. Not only does it give you a visual of what you have
accomplished, but also it helps you map the next day’s tasks.
3. If your task list includes errands, make sure that you review the route
you will take and create a mapping to get to each location in a timely and efficient
manner, while also saving gas!
4. Make your “information hub” a constant companion. Whether you
utilize a palm pilot or a paper planner, have your week’s tasks and phone
numbers with you at all times in case changes need to be made, or you need to
contact someone to let them know of a change in plans.
5. Take busy work with you – whether it is a book or magazine to read,
sewing, whatever is portable that will fill the empty time when you find you must
wait in a doctor’s office or for a late running appointment. It will reduce
your stress and help you get the “stuff” done you don’t have
time for otherwise.
6. Realize your limits – don’t take on more tasks or volunteer
assignments then you have time for or can handle.
7. Multi-task. Many times you can do more than one thing at a time. For example,
while preparing dinner, open and sort the day’s mail. Get a headset for
your phone and you can accomplish other tasks while talking.
8. As much as possible, limit interaction with “time-thieves”.
People who want to talk for an extended amount of time, constantly ask you to
do favors for them, etc.
9. Set a regular time to do certain tasks, such as paying bills, filing of
papers, grocery shopping, etc. This allows you to be aware of the empty spaces
in your day to schedule other appointments.
10. Set an appointment with yourself. You will find that you can accomplish
much more
with less stress when you schedule “Me” time. Whether it’s a
bike ride, a yoga class, or
even a stop at Starbucks to sit, drink coffee, and read, it is important to take
care of
yourself each day!
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