Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day Quotes

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― Holly Reisem Hanna, Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day: Simple Strategies to Increase Productivity, Enhance Creativity, and Make Your Time Your Own

“Give participants responsibilities. When you’re creating the agenda, assign roles to attendees so that everyone is engaged throughout the meeting. When it’s one person doing all the talking, it’s easy for attendees to lose interest and become distracted. Having an active role forces them to be involved in the conversation.”
― Holly Reisem Hanna, Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day: Simple Strategies to Increase Productivity, Enhance Creativity, and Make Your Time Your Own

“We’ve all experienced a scenario like this one: You’re in a meeting voicing an idea when a coworker abruptly jumps in, cuts you off, and shamelessly chimes in with his or her own agenda. Not only is this upsetting for attendees, but it’s also extremely unproductive. To help cut down on cross-talk during meetings, it can be helpful for the meeting organizer to address ground rules for desired behaviors and outcomes before the session begins. If rules have not been established, consider adding one or two for a more fluid and constructive environment (such as, “Only one person speaks at a time” and “Due to time restraints, it is very important that we stay on topic”). Of course, there will be times when you as the facilitator will need to take control of the conversation and address repeat cross-talk offenders. Say something along the lines of “Matthew, I appreciate your input, but right now I would like to go back and hear what Amy was saying. When she is finished, we can come back and discuss your point.” By heading off cross-talkers, you give everyone the opportunity to speak, and you reinforce the rules for engagement.”
― Holly Reisem Hanna, Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day: Simple Strategies to Increase Productivity, Enhance Creativity, and Make Your Time Your Own

“As a participant, it’s imperative that you understand the meeting’s objective, who’s involved, and your primary role in the discussion. Prepare a day or two in advance by reviewing the agenda and attendee list and writing down any questions, concerns, or ideas that you may have. If you don’t receive a meeting agenda in advance, it’s perfectly acceptable to request one from the organizer.”
― Holly Reisem Hanna, Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day: Simple Strategies to Increase Productivity, Enhance Creativity, and Make Your Time Your Own

“IMPLEMENTATION: As part of your nighttime routine, schedule in an extra 10 to 20 minutes to look over the next day’s schedule, choose your outfit, and (if there’s time) put away stray items that are out of place. By tacking on a few extra minutes to your regular evening routine, you can help ensure a smoother and more peaceful morning, which sets the tone for your entire day.”
― Holly Reisem Hanna, Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day: Simple Strategies to Increase Productivity, Enhance Creativity, and Make Your Time Your Own

“When it comes to perfection, the bottom line is this: Stop putting unnecessary pressure on yourself to achieve some unattainable standard. Give yourself and others grace and consider how you feel and what you want to be remembered for—then learn”
― Holly Reisem Hanna, Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day: Simple Strategies to Increase Productivity, Enhance Creativity, and Make Your Time Your Own

“Before getting started with daily goals, it is crucial to identify the ones you would like to set for the long term because without identifying what you are trying to achieve, you won’t have a clue as to where to start or what to do each day. To get your big picture into focus, think about what you would like to accomplish and then break it down into smaller action steps so you can create a road map to get there.”
― Holly Reisem Hanna, Time Management in 20 Minutes a Day: Simple Strategies to Increase Productivity, Enhance Creativity, and Make Your Time Your Own