{"product_id":"successful-time-management-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781118982662","title":"Successful Time Management For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9781118982662","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eSuccessful Time Management For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eDirk Zeller (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781118982662, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 7 April 2015\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e368 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 18.3 x 2 cm, 0.476 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncorporate effective time management and transform your life\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIf you always feel like there's not enough time in the day to get everything accomplished, \u003ci\u003eSuccessful Time Management For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the resource that can help change your workday and your life. Filled with insights into how the most successful people manage distractions, fight procrastination, and optimize their workspace, this guide provides an in-depth look at the specific steps you can use to take back those precious hours and minutes to make more of your workday and your leisure time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModern life is packed with commitments that take up time and energy. But by more effectively managing time and cutting out unnecessary and unproductive activities, you really can do more with less. In this complete guide to time management, you'll find out how to manage email effectively, cut down on meetings and optimize facetime, use technology wisely, maximize your effectiveness during travel, and much more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind out how to accomplish more at work and in life, all in less time\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrganize your professional life and workspace for optimal productivity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to put an end to procrastination and successfully handle interruptions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet specific insights into time management in various functions, from administration professionals to executives\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to take back your time and ramp up your productivity, \u003ci\u003eSuccessful Time Management For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the resource to help get your there in a hurry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond the Book 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go From Here 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Beginning the Revolution: Simple Steps to Start With 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: The Essence of Good Time Management: Organizing Yourself 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning in Advance 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAchieving peace of mind 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivating your subconscious mind 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 1,000 percent return 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssemble all that is needed 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandle everything—just once 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrabbing the Three Keys to Personal Organization 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStepping back to evaluate 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping neatness habits 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRefuse to excuse 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Setting Yourself Up for Success 13\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting to Know Yourself 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing your strengths and weaknesses 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNaming goals to give you direction 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssigning a monetary worth to your time 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying your rhythm to get in the zone 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing a System 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScheduling your time and creating a routine 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizing your surroundings 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOvercoming Time‐Management Obstacles 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating effectively 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircumventing interruptions 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting procrastination under control 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking decisions: Just do it 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGarnering Support While Establishing Your Boundaries 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing work and time with family and friends 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStreamlining interactions with co‐workers and customers 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Motivation High 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Linking Time Management to Life Goals 25\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Why You Need to Put Your Goals on Paper 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing Your Fabulous 50 .27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat do you want to have? 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat do you want to see? 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat do you want to do? 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat do you want to give? 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho do you want to become? 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLabeling and Balancing Your Fabulous 50 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssigning a time frame to each goal 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCategorizing your goals 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTargeting 12 Goals to Start With 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNarrowing down your list 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoting why your top‐12 goals are important to you 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePinpointing Your Resource Needs 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccruing funds: A capital idea 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpanding your knowledge 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHoning your skill set 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTapping into human resources 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Putting a Value on Your Time 41\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a Good Grip on the Time‐Equals‐Money Concept 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalculating Your Hourly Income 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoosting Your Hourly Value through Your Work Efforts 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Value‐Based Time Decisions in Your Personal Life 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding whether to buy time: Chores and responsibilities 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking time‐spending decisions: Leisure activities 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at rewards 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFactoring in monetary and time costs 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying open to experiences and using time wisely 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Establishing a Good System 51\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Focusing Your Efforts, Prioritizing Tasks, and Blocking Your Time 53\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing Your Energy with the 80\/20 Theory of Everything 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMatching time investment to return 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe vital 20 percent: Figuring out where to focus your energy at work 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePersonal essentials: Channeling efforts in your personal life 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Down to Specifics: Daily Prioritization 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlocking Off Your Time and Plugging in Your To-Do Items 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 1: Dividing your day 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 2: Scheduling your personal activities 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 3: Factoring in your work activities 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 4: Accounting for weekly self- evaluation and planning time 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 5: Building in flex time 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing Your Progress and Adjusting Your Plan as Needed 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurveying your results 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTweaking your system 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Efficiently Working from a Home Office 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing Yourself and Your Environment 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIs working from home for you? 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWeighing the pros and cons of a home office 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining your space needs 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting the Right Equipment 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMore than a desk and chair 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesktops, laptops, scanners, and other tools 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging the lighting and noise 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting the Work Done from Home 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFighting the home interruptions 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking at home with kids 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeling isolated from the business world 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Setting Up and Maintaining a Productive Workspace 85\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStreamlining Your Workspace 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake way! Clearing off your desk 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssembling essential organizational tools 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting up a timely filing system 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTackling piles systematically 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Clutter from Coming Back 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling documents and papers once 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiling regularly 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking notes that you can track 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLimiting the Paper You Receive 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccounting for Ergonomics and Aesthetics 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting up a proper workstation 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecorating your space 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Fine-Tuning Organization Skills with Technology 101\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlugging into Electronic Scheduling 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe calendar-sharing benefits of electronic scheduling tools 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe utility of portable planners 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDe-cluttering Your Computer or Tablet (and Keeping It That Way) 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNaming files and organizing them with an electronic tree 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOffloading excess by archiving or deleting 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving new files strategically 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Contact Info with a CRM Program 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at software and services 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnleashing the capabilities of a CRM program 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating effective client profiles 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting a CRM program on a server or in the cloud to maximize accessibility and backup 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Using Technology to Leverage Your Time 117\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Leveraging Your Time with Technology 119\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiming Is Everything: Taking Charge of Your Time 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking choices about technology 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutomate rather than replicate 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating Effectively through Technology 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSocial media options to consider 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing FaceTime, Skype, and other video communication systems 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngaging through online meeting platforms 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizational Technology Tools 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding your system to find what you need fast 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtecting your technology from catastrophe 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClouding, Dropboxing, and storing your stuff 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Digital Brain with Evernote 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting your notes, ideas, and thoughts into Evernote 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemembering and finding things you need 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Controlling Email Overload 131\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Email Effectively 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting up filtering systems 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeparating Your Work and Private Life 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging multiple email addresses 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizing and storing email 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResponding to email using less time 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmploying an email response system 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutomating your responses 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: The Facebook Balancing Act 139\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Time Advantages of Facebook 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe black hole of time in Facebook 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhich to use personally and professionally 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing your personal page to create business 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeveraging your Facebook business pages 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Contacts with Facebook 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo friend or not to friend that is the question 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePosting from public to private 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting people to share your posts 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the list feature to manage interaction 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating through groups 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Twitter: Time Saver or Time Waster 149\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding Who to Follow 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThose from which you can learn 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThose with which you can have fun 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThose with whom you can profit 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThose you can teach 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreventing a Twitter Takeover 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Creating Effective LinkedIn Strategies 155\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Link‐able Profile 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a personal profile 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing your experience 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePicturing yourself on LinkedIn 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining LinkedIn Goals, Objectives, and Connections 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing Your LinkedIn Schedule 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe two‐check system 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeeting weekly to check for success 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Confronting Challenges to Time Management 161\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Communicating Strategically to Get Results — Fast 163\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing the Right Medium for Your Message 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating face to face 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVocalizing your message over the phone 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting messages in writing: The joys (and perils) of email, text, and instant messages 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Communication Skills: Being Direct and Succinct 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCutting out the clutter in your language 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncluding the essential stuff 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFostering Camaraderie When Meeting in Person 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCorresponding Clearly and Confidently via Telephone 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting Effective Emails 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrafting a clear and targeted subject line 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping an eye on composition 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing your writing 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for the send-off 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsking Targeted Questions to Get Results 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining what sorts of answers you need 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting the flow with open-ended questions 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNarrowing the focus with closed-ended questions 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePinning down maybes and other conditional responses 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAchieving a positive tone 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing to listen 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Defending Your Day from Interruptions 185\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Fortress: Guarding Your Focus from Invasion 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtecting your domain from interior intrusions 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScheduling time offline 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScreening interruptions before letting them through 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSecondary Defenses: Minimizing Damage When Calls Get Through 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelegating the responsibility 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShortening or condensing the conversation 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRebooking discussions for a better time 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling Recurring Interruptions by Co-Workers 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe colleague with nothing to do 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe colleague who just doesn’t want to work 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe employee who’s wrapped up in his world 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe person who treats work as her sole social outlet 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Interruption-Oriented Bosses 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe seagull manager 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe verbal delegator 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with Intrusive Clients 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA little attention goes a long way 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting clients’ expectations 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Overcoming Procrastination 203\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaring Down the Source: How Procrastination Takes Hold 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalling on short‐sighted logic: “I have plenty of time” 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoiding the unpleasant: “I don’t want to think about it now” 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTriggering your fears: “What if I screw up? And what if I don’t?” 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParalyzed by perfection: “I’ll wait till the time is right” 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSabotaging at mid‐process: “I’ve earned a break” 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking for thrills: “I work best under pressure” 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing Whether to Put It Off 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePoor procrastination: Considering the costs 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWise procrastination: Knowing when to hold ‘em 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaying the Groundwork: Altering Your Mindset and Instituting Discipline 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMotivating yourself with the carrot‐or‐stick approach 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing excuses and shoving them aside 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGive me a break: Putting off procrastination 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConquering Dreaded Tasks with Sandwich Tactics 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe eat‐the‐crust‐first approach: Starting with the tough job 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Swiss‐cheese approach: Poking little holes in the task 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe salami approach: Finishing it one slice at a time 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe discard‐the‐garnish approach: Getting it off your plate 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintaining Your Motivation as You Press Ahead 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Coping with a Time-Wasting Boss 221\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFulfilling Your Objectives to Help Your Boss Meet Hers 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintaining Personal Boundaries 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing to Discuss Your Concerns with Your Boss 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying concerns and gathering supporting evidence 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflecting on your boss’s behavior style 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInitiating and Fostering a Win‐Win Discussion 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIrreconcilable Differences: Knowing When to Move On 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Mastering Meetings with Co‐Workers 233\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevising Objectives, Listing Attendees, and Crafting an Agenda 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClarifying the purpose of the meeting 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a guest list 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding informal, preliminary mini‐meetings 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting together the agenda 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScheduling the Time and Place 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding a good time slot 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering the location 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Day Of: Running the Meeting Well 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArriving early for setup 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaunching the meeting 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping the meeting moving 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssigning action items 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummarizing and concluding the meeting 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing Up for Maximum Productivity 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Maintaining Efficiency When Working with Others 251\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19: Time Management for Administrative Staff 253\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing Common Pitfalls 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Your Eyes on the Goal: Your Boss’s Lead 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoosting your admin image: Ask and you shall receive 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting face time with the boss 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with a meeting‐phobe 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking for a meeting‐phile 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsking the right questions 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdopting Strategies to Stay On Track 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting with a few simple steps 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtecting peak productivity periods 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting your priorities in order 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeking clarification about your objectives 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating and qualifying a comprehensive task list 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20: Time Management for Salespeople 265\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreaking Your Time‐Investment Portfolio into Three Categories 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe money‐makers: Direct income‐producing activities (DIPA) 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe prep work: Indirect income‐producing activities (IIPA) 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdministrative stuff: Production‐supporting activities (PSA) 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLetting the numbers scare you straight 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTracking Your Time to See Where You Stand 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecording your activities 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating your time‐tracking sheets 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking back at your day 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflecting on your week, month, quarter, and year 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA DIPA success story 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Your Day around DIPA 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePicking time for DIPA and using that slot wisely 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting off to a good start 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGiving priority to prospecting 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeaving time for following up on leads 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlocking out time for sales presentations 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning for personal development 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContinuing education: A lifelong journey 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRole‐playing: Getting ready for prime time 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating your sales presentation performance 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScheduling your DIPA time 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncorporating IIPA into Your Day 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing IIPA time to review sales results 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping IIPA in check 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecreasing Your PSA Time 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestioning the way it’s done 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21: Time Management for Business Owners and Executives 287\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStepping Back and Observing Your Time Investment 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncreasing Time on Growth Activities 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResponsive Tasks: Decreasing Your “In” Time 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolidifying your organizational chart 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrafting clear job descriptions 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating room for growth with supplemental task lists 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevising a management plan 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmpowering your staff 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizing Daily Priorities 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Ahead: Balancing Your “On” Time 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting aside daily and monthly “on” time 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerforming a quarterly and yearly review of “on” time 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 22: Coaching Others to Manage Time Effectively 303\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Out Who’d Benefit from Training 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the four probabilities of success as a gauge 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTapping into an employee’s motivation 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing Goals 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncorporating Tools and Strategies 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFostering Partnership and Encouraging Success 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting up benchmarks and check‐ins to instill accountability 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing consistent 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFulfilling your role as a mirror 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with a Lack of Progress: Can This Employee Be Saved? 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccepting them, warts and all 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGiving it one more try 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaying sayonara 317\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart VI: The Part of Tens 319\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 23: Ten Time‐Wasting Behaviors 321\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFailing to Stop and Think 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMultitasking 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking without Breaks 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDemanding Perfection 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorrying and Waiting 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHooking Up to the Tube 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurfing the Web 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Caught in Junk Mail Undertow 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKilling Time in Transit 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpending Time with Negative People 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 24: Ten Time‐Efficient Habits 331\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStart Your Day Early 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlan for the Next Day 332\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTake Care of Your Health 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEating for optimal performance 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExercising for energy and stamina 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSleeping for rejuvenation 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet Aside Downtime 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlan Meals for the Week 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelegate Almost Everything 336\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSay No More Often 336\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlways Use a Time-Management System 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSimplify Your Life 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBegin Every Day at Zero 338\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 339\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Business 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