The strain on family life and on the individual can be lessened by using the quiet hour. Firms using this concept set aside an hour each day free of meetings, interruptions and telephone calls. The receptionist takes messages on all but emergency calls. Intraoffice calls are not permitted and you cannot visit with anyone else in the office. Nearly all firms that use the quiet hour eventually abandon its use simply because it is not enforced and individuals do not respect it.
Improved delegation can improve time management.
Managing meetings more effectively can improve your time management. Many other effective time management techniques can be used. It is important to find the ones that work best for you. For example, the pocket diary can be helpful in planning each day and future meetings. Make a list of things to do each morning and cross them off as they are accomplished.