MPmomof3Time Management
February 23rd 2010 20:24
There are twenty-four hours in each day. When you are busy, however, those twenty-four hours can seem more like two. So, how can you get more done in a day? Read on...
Prioritize!
Yes, I know that it seems like you have about a million things to do, but what is really important? If you're having a bit of trouble getting started with a priority list, try writing or typing out a list of everything you need to do. Next, assign an importance level to each task ranging from one to ten, ten being ONLY the most important, essential, and time sensitive tasks on your list.
Determine what you need to have and/or do in order accomplish each task.
Are there certain supplies that you do not have on hand? Do you have enough time to complete the task today? Do you need someone else to give you something or do something for you before you can get the job done.
Make a game plan.
Make yourself a list of tangible and reachable goals and formulate a plan for getting them done within the set time frame. Remember, you are the boss of your time, not the other way around.
Find newer and more efficient ways to do things.
Here's an example...I have my debit card number on file with my local utility company. Now, instead of driving out to pay the bill in person, I simply call and let them know that I want to pay. Direct debit may also be an option for you. Just remember to deduct the amount of your debit from your checking account balance. I like to call in because it forces me to actually look at the bill, take action, and make a note of the deduction.
Ask for help.
Ask your husband, children, or a friend to help you find ways to get your tasks done. They may even be able to take over some of the tasks that you normally do yourself. Here is an example...when my sister and I were girls our mom would ask each of us and my father to each put away five things when we left the supper table. Doing so gave her a total of fifteen things head start on the cleaning process. Sometimes she would even let messier tasks such as cleaning the stove count as more than one thing. I made a game out of it, trying to get my five things put away before my sister even left the table.
Prioritize!
Yes, I know that it seems like you have about a million things to do, but what is really important? If you're having a bit of trouble getting started with a priority list, try writing or typing out a list of everything you need to do. Next, assign an importance level to each task ranging from one to ten, ten being ONLY the most important, essential, and time sensitive tasks on your list.
Determine what you need to have and/or do in order accomplish each task.
Are there certain supplies that you do not have on hand? Do you have enough time to complete the task today? Do you need someone else to give you something or do something for you before you can get the job done.
Make a game plan.
Make yourself a list of tangible and reachable goals and formulate a plan for getting them done within the set time frame. Remember, you are the boss of your time, not the other way around.
Find newer and more efficient ways to do things.
Here's an example...I have my debit card number on file with my local utility company. Now, instead of driving out to pay the bill in person, I simply call and let them know that I want to pay. Direct debit may also be an option for you. Just remember to deduct the amount of your debit from your checking account balance. I like to call in because it forces me to actually look at the bill, take action, and make a note of the deduction.
Ask for help.
Ask your husband, children, or a friend to help you find ways to get your tasks done. They may even be able to take over some of the tasks that you normally do yourself. Here is an example...when my sister and I were girls our mom would ask each of us and my father to each put away five things when we left the supper table. Doing so gave her a total of fifteen things head start on the cleaning process. Sometimes she would even let messier tasks such as cleaning the stove count as more than one thing. I made a game out of it, trying to get my five things put away before my sister even left the table.
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