Do it NOW

Do it NOW

- i don't have to do things i don't want to. I choose to do it.
- timeboxing - 30 min, then reward e.g. lunch - commit to put in time, regardless of how far i get
- single handling - more focused, and less time wastage on context switching due to different task. the state of flow, takes about 15 min to enter.
- make decisions within 60seconds once all data is firmed up.
- saving time is useless unless we have a compelling reason what we want to use the time for
- 80-20 rule. ditch the 80 for the more important 20.
- work all the time you work, rest all the time you need to rest. (don't surf the net!) do deep breathing, listen to relaxing alqur'an, take a short nap
- When learning, memorize it then and there. no other time for revision.
- maintain enthusiasm - think of importance and benefits of being an effective person
- jog 30min a day and listen to motivational tapes then to maintain enthusiasm and staying positive

Time Management

- we won't know how bad our time management is until an overachiever enters our lives and make us look bad in comparison
- MINDSET OF TIME MANAGEMENT = you value your time.
- 2 qns : what is best action to take right now? and how best to do it?

Triple productivity

- cut back on total hours to force an increase in efficiency
- efficiency ratio = time doing real work / total time spent at work
- increase efficiency while maintaining peak performance
- observe time log

Cultivate Burning Desire

- burn the ships - no turning back
- be positive - kill the negativity around you

Goals setting

- define goals in binary terms - yes or no, achieved yet or not
- clearly defined and detailed goals