I have been having conversations with people lately about Goal Setting and Time Management. Everyone says they don't have enough time to set goals or to accomplish tasks, but the truth is unless you set the goals you will NEVER find the time to complete them. You see you can't really manage time, you can only manage you.
Do you really know what you spend your time on each day? Have you ever taken the time to really look at what you do? How long does it take you to make and eat your breakfast each day? Do you read the paper while you eat? How long does that take? Do you sit and wait for the coffee to perc or do you do other things while it is percolating? What about lunch? Do you eat on the go? Eat at your desk? Go out for lunch? Again, how long does it take?
Have you ever sat down to watch ONE program and found yourself still sitting on the couch 3 hours later? That's because you didn't have a goal, something else you wanted to accomplish that night. If you had, you would have made a decision about whether or not you would even watch the one program, or would you work on a task towards completing your goal.
Do you have a goal you want to achieve? Other than, "I want to be rich and retire." Do you know the exact amount you want to make, the exact amount you would need to retire comfortably, taking into account inflation and what activities you want to do when you retire. Have you written your goal down? Have you begun your yearly, monthly, weekly, daily plan on how you are going to accomplish it? Studies have shown that if you WRITE down your goal and put it somewhere where you will see it every day, you have a better chance of achieving it. If you write it down and set out a plan on how you will achieve it, you are well on your way.
Think about it....A multi-millionaire has the same number of hours in the day as you do, they just do different things with it. You will probably not find them sitting on the couch in their living room watching hour after hour of TV. You will probably find them getting together with people who can help them with their goals.
What do you want to accomplish? Start today by taking a look at how you spend your time and see where you can make some time to work on YOUR GOALS. If you would like a time log to record your time for the next week, send me an email (franlwatson (at) gmail.com) with the subject line "TIME LOG" and I will send you a copy.
It takes time and effort to achieve a goal, but it is always worth it. Start small, reward yourself for accomplishing tasks, but START.
Have a great day!!!
Fran Watson
BANABU
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Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Monday, September 17, 2012
Taking Care of Yourself
Just like the airlines say - "Put yourself first" You will be no good to anybody else unless you are feeling your personal best.
Taking care of yourself is not selfish - it is self-care. A person who feels complete, confident, healthy, and fulfilled is a better person. No matter how long your list of things you need to do for others, remember to put yourself at the top of that list and do something nice for yourself first.
Schedule at least 3 "down time" periods a day for yourself - each and every day. Downtime should consist of a minimum of a 5 minute block of time spent completely alone in a quiet space.
Use the time to write in your journal close your eyes, centre yourelf, add some entries to your gratitude list, or jus take a few deep belly breaths to slow yourself down.
Every day is a new opportunity for growth. Expand your mind. Take an evening course, read a book on a new subject, try something new like youga or pilates, or join a book club. (Did you know that if you read for 15 minutes a day you can read 17-18 books in a year? Or that if you waste 15 minutes a day, you will waste 91 hours a year?)
TIP: Each and every day do only those things that will enable yoiu to feel good about yourself later.
Fran
BANABU
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Top 10 Things to do In 5 Minutes
THE TOP 10 THINGS to DO WHEN YOU HAVE 5 MINUTES or LESS
–written by James Vuocolo **
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This list is simply meant to be suggestive of things to do when you are waiting for a client, standing in line, waiting to be seen by the next available clerk, etc. See how many other things you can think to do in under five minutes!
1. Read your mail.
Carry an envelope or two in a store with you. When you have to wait in line, take it out to read.
2. Check your weekly appointment schedule.
A daily calendar and/or scheduler is a great companion in a line, waiting room, etc. Use the time to keep it current.
3. Write a note, or dictate a memo into a portable cassette recorder.
No time to write? Why not dictate a note for your assistant to write out and send later on? Even a few minutes in a line will provide the time needed to make an outline for a letter to compose later in the day.
4. See who is within a few feet of you to chat with.
It's amazing how effective networking can be when we're willing to smile and strike up a conversation with others waiting near to us. "It sure is a hot/cold day" can turn into a tremendous friendship and/or business adventure if we dare to share!
5. Outline your thoughts on paper.
Have a speech to give? A paper or report to write? Use these few minutes as a time to organize and be clear about your purpose and goals. It could pay big dividends later in the day!
6. Make a quick phone call.
A cellular phone is terrific in line - but a nearby pay phone will do. Take a few minutes to order something nice to be delivered to your spouse or significant other just because of the bond you share. Call the client you've been putting off getting back to, and make it clear that your time is quite limited at the moment ... he/she will still appreciate the fact you were thoughtful enough to call! If all else fails, use the time to phone your aging parent/ aunt/ uncle/ mentor, just to say "Thanks!"
7. Practice deep breathing/relaxation exercises.
You may seem a bit "strange" to a few others around - but you'll definitely feel better for it!
8. Read something close by that you would not otherwise take time to examine.
The magazine section at the supermarket check-out line, or the rack in the dentists' office is a good example. Now is the time to examine some publication you would probably never spend a nickel to buy for yourself. You'll either enjoy the experience or confirm the reasons you had for never buying it. Which is it for you? Inquiring minds want to know!
9. Clear away your clutter!
This is a terrific time to go through you pockets, calendar, attache case, purse, etc. and be rid of the old gum wrappers, envelopes, etc. that have been getting a free ride for much too long! Lighten up!
10. Floss your teeth.
You may want some privacy in a nearby rest room or hallway for this one – but why not? It's a good habit, and your dentist and teeth will thank you for it into old age!
Copyright 97, 98, 99, 00, 2001 www.CoachVille.com
This content may be forwarded in full, with copyright, contact, and creation information intact, without specific permission, when used only in a not-for-profit context. For other uses, permission in writing from CoachVille is required. Questions: email editor@topten.org
About the Author
This piece was originally submitted by James S. Vuocolo, D.Min., Professional Life-Coach, Ordained Minister & Behavioral Analyst, who can be reached at netcoach@Soulbusiness.com, or visited on the http://www.soulbusiness.com .
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I hope you enjoy this article.
Fran Watson
BANABU
–written by James Vuocolo **
----------------------------------------------------
This list is simply meant to be suggestive of things to do when you are waiting for a client, standing in line, waiting to be seen by the next available clerk, etc. See how many other things you can think to do in under five minutes!
1. Read your mail.
Carry an envelope or two in a store with you. When you have to wait in line, take it out to read.
2. Check your weekly appointment schedule.
A daily calendar and/or scheduler is a great companion in a line, waiting room, etc. Use the time to keep it current.
3. Write a note, or dictate a memo into a portable cassette recorder.
No time to write? Why not dictate a note for your assistant to write out and send later on? Even a few minutes in a line will provide the time needed to make an outline for a letter to compose later in the day.
4. See who is within a few feet of you to chat with.
It's amazing how effective networking can be when we're willing to smile and strike up a conversation with others waiting near to us. "It sure is a hot/cold day" can turn into a tremendous friendship and/or business adventure if we dare to share!
5. Outline your thoughts on paper.
Have a speech to give? A paper or report to write? Use these few minutes as a time to organize and be clear about your purpose and goals. It could pay big dividends later in the day!
6. Make a quick phone call.
A cellular phone is terrific in line - but a nearby pay phone will do. Take a few minutes to order something nice to be delivered to your spouse or significant other just because of the bond you share. Call the client you've been putting off getting back to, and make it clear that your time is quite limited at the moment ... he/she will still appreciate the fact you were thoughtful enough to call! If all else fails, use the time to phone your aging parent/ aunt/ uncle/ mentor, just to say "Thanks!"
7. Practice deep breathing/relaxation exercises.
You may seem a bit "strange" to a few others around - but you'll definitely feel better for it!
8. Read something close by that you would not otherwise take time to examine.
The magazine section at the supermarket check-out line, or the rack in the dentists' office is a good example. Now is the time to examine some publication you would probably never spend a nickel to buy for yourself. You'll either enjoy the experience or confirm the reasons you had for never buying it. Which is it for you? Inquiring minds want to know!
9. Clear away your clutter!
This is a terrific time to go through you pockets, calendar, attache case, purse, etc. and be rid of the old gum wrappers, envelopes, etc. that have been getting a free ride for much too long! Lighten up!
10. Floss your teeth.
You may want some privacy in a nearby rest room or hallway for this one – but why not? It's a good habit, and your dentist and teeth will thank you for it into old age!
Copyright 97, 98, 99, 00, 2001 www.CoachVille.com
This content may be forwarded in full, with copyright, contact, and creation information intact, without specific permission, when used only in a not-for-profit context. For other uses, permission in writing from CoachVille is required. Questions: email editor@topten.org
About the Author
This piece was originally submitted by James S. Vuocolo, D.Min., Professional Life-Coach, Ordained Minister & Behavioral Analyst, who can be reached at netcoach@Soulbusiness.com, or visited on the http://www.soulbusiness.com .
******************
I hope you enjoy this article.
Fran Watson
BANABU
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