Successful Time Management For Dummies
Practical strategies and advice for putting time on your side—and keeping it there!Feel like you never have enough hours in the day? No matter what career and job role you're in, this plain-English guide delivers solutions for working better and faster, getting rid of time-wasting distractions, and ultimately, reducing stress. You'll see how to eliminate late nights at the office and spend more time with family, friends — or even yourself!Set yourself up for success — assess your strengths and weaknesses, establish goals, and create a routineOvercome time-management obstacles — communicate more effectively, circumvent interruptions, and eliminate procrastinationFocus your efforts — identify your most important tasks, prioritize your daily efforts, block off time, and plug in to-do itemsPut a value on your time — grasp the time-equals-money concept, figure your hourly income, and boost your hourly valueStreamline your workspace — assemble essential tools, keep a clutter-free desktop, and create an environment that fosters solid focusFind a work/life balance — maximize the use of your personal time and enjoy a rich, rewarding life away from the officeOpen the book and find:Specific insight addressing challenges for admin staff, salespeople, owners and executives, and managersTools to help organize your physical and electronic workspace for optimal productivitySuggestions for using traveling time wellStrategies for communicating directly, effectively, and tactfullyTips and tricks for handling interruptions and ending procrastinationGuidance for working efficiently with supervisors, colleagues, and business associates