Time Management : Set Priorities to Get the Right Things Done

PRIORITIZE YOUR TIME

retention rate is the highest of the fi rms in your
fi eld? If the goal you articulate can’t be mea-
sured, take another stab at defi ning it.
An effective goal is also ambitious but not
impossible to achieve. For instance, a goal

KEEPING YOURSELF MOTIVATED

It’s important to keep your energy and

motivation high when you’re trying to

improve your time-management skills.

To avoid losing momentum, consider

the following:

 Do write down your goals and post

them in a prominent spot where

you’ll see them regularly.

 Do remember what you ultimately

hope to achieve. Keep your eye on

the prize, so to speak.

 Don’t forget why you’re doing what

you’re doing.

 Do work with a teammate who will

keep you honest about your prog-

ress—and compliment you on your

efforts.

 Do celebrate and reward yourself

when objectives are met and goals

are accomplished.

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