Imagine the problems you would encounter if you handled your finances in this manner, and yet so many are content to settle for this type of mismanagement of their time within organizations that claim to be striving for improvement. Good things start with YOU, not the organization. I challenge you to begin the process of effective time management at whatever pace you perceive the value of your time to be. Develop your skills by spending quality time in an area in which you can have the greatest impact. It is not likely found in the acquisition of authority, for it is given, therefore it can be removed and should never be mistaken for Control.
Empowerment is authority that is given with the ability to choose where to spend productive time.
Influence is an earned asset that someone in authority cannot assign to you or promote you into. Through discipline of time management and the ability to control ones own behavior we are capable of developing patterns that lead to accurate evaluation and prioritization of activities in an effective, productive, profitable manner. When time is truly valued and well managed, opportunities to influence excellence and productively in others will become apparent, and you will have the TIME to maximize your effectiveness. Reschedule important activities were not accomplished within the original time frame. Identify obstacles that you are in control of.