Table of Contents
Introduction 9
1 Something Strange Has Happened to Time: Too Many Options 15
2 Complications of Time Management: Being Willing to Make the Necessary Changes 24
3 Change for the Better: Adjustments That Work 33
4 If Things Were Perfect: Set Goals for Your Life 45
5 Handling Activity Clutter: Four Dynamic Methods 54
6 Measure Your Time: Keep a Time Log 66
7 Modern Multitasking: Help and Hindrance 74
8 Perfectionism: Helpful or Harmful? 83
9 Procrastination: Overcoming a Nonproductive Tendency 90
10 Easy Project Management: Getting Started 108
11 Working with Your Projects: The Project Notebook 117
12 To-Do List: Keep on Top of Your Important Activities 124
13 Delegate: Build a Team 131
14 Interruptions: Regain Control of Your Time 142
15 Time Wasters: Take Charge 153
16 Scheduling Routines: An Indispensable Tool 161
17 Daily Scheduling: Move Smoothly through the Day 171
18 Scheduling Tools: Calendars, PDAs, Day Planners 177
19 Chronic Lateness: Understanding and Curing the Problem 187
20 Creating Powerful Habits: Surefire Methods That Work 194
21 Organize Your Space at Home: De-stress Your Life and Free Yourself 203
22 Organize Your Business or Home Office: Ensure Maximum Productivity 215
23 Organize Your Papers: The Joy of Clear Surfaces and Neat Files 225
24 Make the Most of Life: Manage Your Opportunities 235
Activities for Ten Time Management Choices 243
Resources 265