Last time, we cautioned you to beware that sneaky co-worker, Ima Timewaster.
Today, let’s identify her twin, Busy B. Interruptus. This engaging person is often thought to be one of the good guys. But despite her innocent appearance, she’s a serious threat to productivity. She’s always flitting here and there, never resting—but somehow, never accomplishing anything.
What’s your defense? Stop her with your trusty weapon, Goals. Set your sights on where you want to be by lunch, by the end of the week, or next quarter. Then, once embarked, stay the course despite Busy buzzing in your ear. Having reached that destination, proceed to your goal on the next horizon.
A number of tools are available to help you with this. These can be anything from stone-age calendars and lists to specialized software. Many can be web based or accessed by smart phone and can also be tailored to fit your specific needs. Some of the top names: Replicon, BillQuick, Harvest, and ClickTime. Investigate the time-management possibilities and choose the one that best fits your situation and work style.
So, do you know where you’re headed? Plot your course, take off, and don’t let the Timewaster Twins waylay you.
That’s not all the tips we have, but you’ve got enough to chew on for now. We’ll pass out more next time. In the meantime, we wish you happy travels!
