Planning how to spend your time is critical, but without having an established set of metrics, it can be hard to gauge the long-term benefits. Michael J. Phillips, in his article, Are You Making This Fundamental Time Management Mistake? effectively dispels any misunderstandings you may have about whether or not your TM skills are paying off. If you’re ready to eliminate any delusions you may have on the matter, keep reading.
It is of little use to dote over the seconds if you have nothing important to manage. The most direct measure of Time Management is the tasks you have to complete. In order to judge whether your time has paid off, assess the results of your activity.
The second means of taking a tape-measurer to your efforts is by ascertaining the quality of your questions. Identify what—why—and how each action you commit to is worth your while. Set yourself up to be in full confidence with your actions, ensuring that each one is meaningful step towards bettering your life.
Finally, establish metrics related to quality control. Discerning the excellence, impression, and creative direction of a finished product will help to guarantee a dynamic production. Getting the job done may be priority number one, but taking the time to consider different facets of your craft is what’s going to make your work stand out above the rest.
If taking the extra effort to efficiently manage your time matters to you, contribute it towards meaningful creation with every step. By knowing what tasks to complete, questioning their value, and establishing how each can be dynamically optimized, you’ll be well on your way to making the most of the moment. Did this article give you a new perspective on how to approach the next item of your to-do list?
Until next time,
Yours truly,
Tommy Antonopoulos, Blogger for OfficeTime
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