This time of year I always notice my schedule gets busier. It seems to continue this way until the holidays. And every year I tell myself I'll do a better job managing my time, so I can get more done.

Well, after years of procrastinating on this goal, I have finally done something about it. Here are some time management tips I have found that help me get more done and have more fun. Maybe you'll find some value in them.

* Decide what's important to you.
* Do the important stuff first.
* Learn to say no.
* Create "Do Not Disturb" time for yourself.
* focus on one thing at a time.
* Delegate, Delete or Do it Now.
* Use the phone for meetings.
* Exercise, eat right and get enough sleep.
* Avoid traffic and unnecessary travel
* Take time to relax and unwind.
* Enjoy what you do and do what you enjoy.
* Stay organized. Avoid clutter and piles.
* Have a clear goal in mind.
* Don't be a perfectionist.
* Plan tomorrow today.
* Decide what's important to you.

You might notice I listed the same thing first and last:

"Decide what's important to you"

I consider this the most important part of managing your time. In the end, the best way to get the most from your time is to focus on what's most important to you. Because, "time management" is really "life management". Your time is your life. How you spend your time defines your life.

Spend your time doing what is truly important to you and you'll find you get more done and you'll have more fun.

Thanks for reading!

Kevin Stirtz