IV. BOOK OF TIME

You are the person who knows your priorities and abilities best. Jotting down your favourite time-related statements will motivate you to think about where your time goes and to develop time-saving techniques. The first weekend of each year is the perfect time to look back to what you have achieved and t plan what you will achieve that year - and beyond.

a. A shortcut to time management :

- 1) Prioritise your activities. Get rid of time-wasting habits. Learn to say "no" to time-wasters.

- 2) Learn mind mapping, speed reading, etc. Train your memory: Online-Gedächtnistraining.

- 3) Work with your biological clock. For instance, complete tasks that require a high level of concentration on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Reserve the hours when you are less productive (for example after lunch time) for easy tasks.

- 4) Do everything as soon as you can, except for signing contracts. Break down tasks into manageable pieces and knock them off one at one time. Reward yourself. Learn to deal with procrastination.

- 5) A messy desk is a big time water. Get into the habit of handling a piece of paper just once and tidying up your desk every day. Keep your keys, stapler, etc. always at the same designated place. Organize your office and desk.

- 6) Jot down every idea that pops into your head during the day, so that those fleeting flashes of inspiration won't be lost forever. Use checklists, for instance what to buy at the supermarket, etc.: Checklists.

- 7) Develop a personal shorthand system and choose clear and relevant subject lines for your e-mails: Shorthand.

- 8) Make time to review your day and to plan ahead. Keep a yearbook to keep track of your achievements and projects.