Time Wasting

With so many interruptions in our lives today such as: Mobile or Cell phones, instant messaging, social networking, satellite phones and PDA's - we are always contactable and at times these devices can really waste our time if not used correctly.

For most people in daily 9-5 work - what interruptions are killing our time during the day?

Unnecessary Meetings: In the USA alone, estimates say that there can be up to 11 million meetings a day. Many of these meetings are too long and some not even needed. So if you're the host of the meeting, ensure only the needed people are invited - keep it brief and stick to an agenda firmly. When accepting meetings, check the agenda from the host - be sure you are needed 100% and excuse yourself if things go astray. The time you could save is extremely valuable.

Too much work: Taking on too much work, or working too hard can simply ruin your total and overall production. Being overloaded can totally reduce your output and waste more time.
Say to no to additional work if you cannot handle it, and try to delegate where possible.

Red Tape: A massive frustration for many workers in many countries. In an effort to bed down process - many companies have implemented so much process that red tape can prevent anything being done effectively time wise. How to beat it? Know the process well, understand that it does exist and for a reason - try to 'plan' for the red tape and you will minimize its impact.

Poor Attitude: Finally, the evidence of a poor attitude can simply kill your motivation and hamper efforts to save time. Keep upbeat and try to stay motivated. Eat and exercise well, ensure working conditions and equipment are ideal and try to smile! It does help!