TIME MANAGEMENT "This is the key to time management - to see the value of every moment.” Menachem Mendel Schneerson

What We’re Aiming For Review Perspective you relate to – what can you change? Giving priority to working on and planning your important work Dealing with problems BEFORE they become urgent Become aware of where you distract yourself and minimize time wasted - Procrastination Action you can take immediately (doable) – Daily Habits Accountability around this – Partner, Commitment

Perspectives on Time Management “I am at the mercy of everyone else” “I’m doing the best I can” “I often sabotage myself around my use of time.” “If only I had more time, I would _________” “I am always free to choose how to use my time.” “Time just gets away from me. I don’t know where it goes.” “I don’t feel I can ever say “NO” “I’m so far behind, I’ll never catch up” “There is never enough time. There are not enough hours in a day.”

Exercise Which perspective do you relate with? Explain more (what happens?)

It’s Exhausting, Isn’t It?

Exercise

TIME MANGEMENT TIPS Plan and calendar uninterrupted time for YOU: To refocus the issues that are most important Learn not to worry about events over which You have no control Create a personal “priorities” file and carry with you or put it on your smart phone Drive your calendar and let your calendar drive you If you manage people, meet with them regularly to share thought processes and get their input. Share priorities; get alignment Emails/Text messages – Tony Hsieh (Zappos) Yesterbox Get rid of clutter Create a system that works for you to be organized

Procrastination Exercise

“Legitimate” Reasons for Procrastination Excuses: “I didn’t know I was supposed to do that” “But I’ve always done it this way! It’s so hard to change!” Frequently Used Tactics: Put it off until later Wait on something else. “I can’t start my new assignment until my manager explains the task better!” Frequently Heard Rationalizations: “I work better under pressure” “I’ve worked so hard, I just don’t have any energy left.”

Procrastination Why we procrastinate How it’s affecting you How to overcome procrastination Simple steps to incorporate into your routine

Procrastination Tips Link tasks you don’t like to your goals Plan your day each day (10-15 min) Plan your week Break down big tasks into smaller components

Healthy Boundaries When working from home - How can you separate your work space from your home life? How can you put time frames around your quality of life? What can you say NO to? What must I communicate to others about my intentions?

Debrief and Wrap-Up What are some Key Learning’s? How will you embrace what you learned today Who can help you with this?

The End Barbara Perino CPCC, PCC, ORSC Trained Professional Certified Coach barbara@nostressworkplace.com