Lesson 3: Time management
For me this is a lesson I'm still learning - and I really wish I started sooner!
Time is a valuable asset, and once it's gone you can't get it back, so it's really important you use it wisely. It's not about putting in the hours - lots of people work hard (i.e. long hours) - it's about making the best use of those hours. One of the first lessons I learned from one of the mentors we work with (See Lesson 1); work smarter, not harder. Make better use of the time you spend at work. Be more efficient with your time. If you can delegate or outsource an activity, do so. Why are you doing a particular task? Is it the right thing to be doing right now?
Now, I still have a lot of room for improvement on this. But when I am able to apply some time management discipline to my activity I really notice the difference. Could you make better use of your time? There are lots of people out there that can help. And books too. Spend some time looking in to it - it will be worth it!
You can read the previous lessons here:
Lesson 1: Get some advice
Lesson 2: Network
About Me
- Jonathan Alder
- I'm the author of Brand in the Boardroom. Brand in the Boardroom is a book, written to help the leaders of SMEs understand how their brand can drive the success of their business. The aim of this newsletter is to bring the book to life. I want to share examples and insight that illustrate the potential your brand brings to your business. It is published monthly. If you would like to subscribe, there's a link in my bio.