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Writing a "Don't Do" (vs. a "To Do") List
"What?" you say? "Isn't creating a 'to do' list the holy grail of time management?" In fact, you may receive MUCH more benefit by listing things you should STOP doing.
Starting in January, create a Stop-Doing list - bad habits or negative actions that you or your team should discontinue in order to free up more time to do the things you should be doing. "Stop-Doing" List Examples
Recommended Training Resource: Time Challenged follows Kent, a harried supervisor, as he joins a self-help group for time-challenged individuals and learns skills to better use his time, including giving up tasks and meetings that aren't absolutely vital to his top priorities. This program is also available as an e-learning course. *(see right column) |
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 Creative Tips for Overcoming Procrastination
We all have the tendency to "put things off" every once in awhile. But this New Year, resolve to eliminate procrastination from your worklife, with tips such as "start with the one thing you must get done today to feel productive" and "rather than perfection, aim for progress." Overcoming Procrastination Checklist
Recommended Training Resource: Accountability That Works! This innovative training program will provide everyone in your organization with the tools they need for a greater sense of responsibility and increased productivity, including teaching the skill of "self-empowerment" - doing whatever is necessary to complete the task, including overcoming procrastination, interruptions and other barriers to completion. |
