TIME MANAGEMENT
beyond your control; they can interrupt you in
the middle of a task and derail your schedule.
But whether you are receiving or making calls,
adopt these tricks to save valuable time.
Avoiding the phone.One way to avoid phone
interruptions is to not answer the phone when
you are intensely focused on something impor-
tant. Instead, schedule a time to check voice
mail. That way, you’re not ignoring people
indefi nitely, but you are protecting blocks of
time from interruptions. When you go through
MANAGING TELEPHONE CALLS
Whenever your phone rings, someone
is making demands on your time. If
you’re not careful, calls can waste
enormous amounts of time. Here are
some telephone management tips to
remember:- Plan your telephone strategy in
advance. - Don’t answer the telephone until
you’re ready to. - Return telephone calls at a pre-
designated time of day. - Tell callers right away how long
you’re willing to talk. - POWER POINTS •