Effective time management is hampered by dynamic work environments, multi-channels of communication and general information overload. Finding a time management method that will work equally efficiently across the organization is impossible, but some principles are applicable to wide variety of organizational roles. The key to managing incoming information, regardless of the source or means, is to quickly make decision on how the information needs to be processed – urgently, which requires immediate response, later, or not at all. During the day, and especially during the meetings, multitasking is best avoided. At the close of the day, setting time to respond to the to-do list and planning the following day tasks are the two most important tasks.
Key Takeaways:
- Use Pocket to store and save content to be read later in the day.
- Respond to emails that require quick replies, and archive those that aren’t time sensitive.
- Don’t multitask during meetings, but catch up on Slack between meetings.
“Information overload, too many communication sources, and shifting priorities wreak havoc on our ability to effectively manage our time and workload.”
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