Time Management

Are you a leader or a workaholic?

October 15, 2013
“Workaholic,” coined by the American psychologist Wayne Oates, reflected the man’s own addiction to work. But do workaholics really exist? There’s still no medical definition. Look for these signs.

Can tech tools boost your efficiency?

September 17, 2013
The growing use of tablet computers and other personal technology has led to a slew of productivity apps for busy professionals. Ironically, the proliferation of so many timesaving tools is making people less efficient.

How to improve self-discipline

July 10, 2013
Focus is essential for reaching big goals. Here are several tried-and-true ways to limit distractions and narrow your focus so you can get the most important work done.

Yahoo CEO tells how to avoid burnout

April 25, 2013

“I have a theory that burnout is about resentment,” Yahoo President and CEO Marissa Mayer says. “And you beat it by knowing what it is you’re giving up that makes you resentful. I tell people: Find your rhythm.”

Squeeze more out of your calendar

April 8, 2013
To stay productive, organize your time in discrete chunks.

Make time your ally

March 1, 2013
Here are some ways to use time more wisely: 1. Stop trying to do everything … 2. Stay on message … 3. Don’t let routine matters usurp important ones …

Stop! Don’t look at that email!

December 28, 2012
Every minute you spend on email is a minute you’re not doing something important. These tactics may help.

Do anything in 30 days

October 23, 2012

Matt Cutts works in search optimization at Google, where he’s made hundreds of training videos for webmasters. Now he’s plugging a new way to achieve any goal: Try it for 30 days.

Time management tip: Capture fleeting thoughts, then act

October 5, 2012
For busy executives, managing time means capturing to-do items and then prioritizing what matters most. Harried people often fail to list a fleeting thought (“I need to follow up with Chris”) and, as a result, forget it.

3 strategies for staying on target

August 22, 2012

Even top dogs can benefit from a little time management. Here are three tips from EffectiveMeetings.com: