How I Manage Tasks and Increase Productivity
Starting a small business is no easy task. Everyday I get bombarded with things I need to do – sometimes it becomes so overwhelming I get nothing done (and that doesn’t feel good). But here’s my secret to overcoming a huge list of tasks.
Keep a list (using pen and paper – not a computer) of everything you want to accomplish today. Next to each task, put estimate the time it’s going to take you to finish each task. Then prioritize.
I usually prioritize my tasks by doing the sub 10 minute tasks first, then moving onto the tasks that take up the real meat of my day (the ones that bring in the paycheck). Once those are done, I can move on to the “luxury” tasks or the ones that would be on tomorrows list.
on Sep 23 in Time Management, Video Blog tagged Productivity, Time Management, Video Blog by Bob PotterRescue Time is Watching Me Like a Hound Dog
Sometimes I wish I had more hours in the day, but I don’t. Which means I only have one option – to watch my time very closely and cut out the hours minutes that aren’t helping me:
- Develop my business.
- Grow closer to God, my wife, and family.
The best and easiest way I know how to track my time is to use Rescue Time. I used it from December through March, but uninstalled it because I wasn’t quite ready for it. The data was interesting to look at, but I wasn’t using it to take actionable steps. However, this morning I installed it with the purpose that:
- It will be a source of accountability to me.
- I can visually see (and graphically – they have some cool charts) where I’m spending my time.
- I can evaluate and realize just how much time I am spending on activities that aren’t part of my business strategy and goals.
