How I Improved My Time Management In One Outrageously Easy Step!

I teach time management because I used to be bad at it!

Over the years the path of my life has taken some very interesting turns. First I was a librarian, then a farmer’s wife and mother of six. Next I was a solo mother on government benefits. A few long years later I climbed out of the poverty trap (with a dabble in tourism along the way) and became a very successful real estate agent, (a not so obvious career path!). In real estate I had to learn better time management skills – or sink! Yet, in the beginning I found it such a struggle.

• For years noone else in my house would answer the phone.
• I was kicked out of meetings because I was late.
• I burnt out numerous times from overwork and poor time habits.

Frustrated with my complaints about lack of time, a wise friend pointed me in the direciton of a decent diary and a few key time management principles.

I was amazed that this one outrageously simple step transformed the way I ran my life!

Since then, through much study, trial and error, that great weakness has transmuted into a major strength and an international business.

There are a multitude of great diaries available but my preferred choice is the Day-Timer. These diaries are of the highest quality and come in a range of formats and styles to allow you complete control in managing your time and keeping a track of important dates and tasks. Oh yeah, and they look fabulous too! You can check out some of their products at http://www.gettingagrip.com/products/books/Day-Timer.asp 

The Day-Timer diaries have not disappointed me yet and I highly recommend them. But if they are not for you that is fine – don’t let it stop you from getting out and buying a good diary that allows you to take control of your time and productivity!