Top 5 Time Management Strategies That Work

_1. Don’t be a Jack (or Jane) of all trades
An important time management tip is to delegate tasks, especially when there is someone more qualified. For example, if you’re doing the bookkeeping for your business, why not delegate to someone else? Like an actual bookkeeper, perhaps? Use your time on other tasks, such as building your business.

_2. Take time to reflect
Take time to reflect and get those creative juices flowing. Reinvigorate yourself. Unwind and consider the day’s events. Note any important phone calls, emails, and meetings you had. Take quiet breaks and reflect upon the direction you want your business to go. Remember, working IN your business and working ON your business are two different things.

_3. Simplify, simplify, simplify
Simplify obstructions by clarifying issues. Successful entrepreneurs and Small&Medium Business administrators take intricate problems and break them down into small manageable tasks. If you competently manage small issues, they won’t become big ones.

_4. Follow the 80/20 rule
The 80/20 rule is:
“80 per cent of outcomes stem from 20 per cent effort.”
Observe when you are most productive. Is it first thing in the morning or late at night? Utilize that time each day for brainstorming.

_5. Planning and flexibility
According to Murphy’s law “whatever can go wrong will go wrong”. No matter how meticulous your plans, there will be something you overlooked. Such is life! Staying flexible is just as important as planning.

And finally, do not forget about the most basic of your time management pointers — developing a routine, maintaining an orderly workspace, and keeping a positive attitude.