1. Make a list, prioritize and check things off as you get them done.
  2. Review your list from time to time. Is every on that list necessary?
  3. Ask yourself, “What’s the best use of my time right now?” Then do it!
  4. Be willing to sacrifice “perfection” to get things done.
  5. Learn to say “NO” to demands that don’t benefit you.
  6. Whenever possible, delegate!
  7. Don’t waste time on minor decisions.
  8. Arrange your work to keep interruptions to a minimum.
  9. Be realistic about what you can accomplish during a given period.
  10. Plan your work for times when your energy is at a peak.

Not all time management tips work for all people. Which tips from this list have you found helpful in the past? Which ones are you willing to use today to help you manage you time. Do you have any of your own time management secrets to add to the list?

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