Trapper Woods is the authority on effective time management customer service, personal effectiveness and work-life balance. With a career that spans more than 35 years, Trapper has earned the title “Father Time™”. This blog is committed to sharing tips and techniques that can be applied to both your personal and work life.
Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Tick Talk with Father Time". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own... Read Full Story
Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Easy Time Management". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own... Read Full Story
If you want time management to be easy you need to “take-it-easy” for 20-30 minutes by yourself every day. Trapper suggests that you be a “lone-arranger” and let your mind, your subconscious, and your heart guide you. It’s not only an enjoyable experience but it can increase your effectiveness exponentially. You will also discover that it can help reduce stress. Four resources you need to arrange your day are: A place to be alone free of interruptions, 20-30 minutes, a time that works best... Read Full Story
For years, time management experts have suggested non-verbal communication techniques to end overlong phone calls and office visits. With some people they work, with some they don’t. The direct approach always works. When somebody engages you, call their attention to your schedule, and set a front time limit. When the agreed-upon time has expired, it’s easier to end the visit. How simple is this? But very infrequently done! Read Full Story
There has been a lot said about concentration of power over the years, in fact Charles R. Hobbs said it best. His definition of concentration of power is “the ability to focus upon and accomplish your most vital priorities.” If you can learn to harness your concentration of power and have laser focus on what you are doing you will accomplish more, and get things done that matter most. This can be applied to any part of your life not just in business. I hire a tennis coach to help me do... Read Full Story
Do you get stressed waiting in lines? Or, maybe traffic congestion is driving you crazy. Try counter-point time management. It's simple! Plan to shop, run errands, go to lunch, or commute at times different than the masses. It will save you time. I have found that leaving just fifteen minutes earlier for work saves me some times as much as thirty minutes in my commute. Read Full Story
In a study conducted by Netpop and Media-Screen, Internet broadband users spend an hour and 40 minutes (48% of their spare time) online in a typical weekday, and more than half of that is spent accessing activities related to entertainment and communication. Search engines and social networking sites are gaining in popularity, says the report, influencing an equal number of people as magazines and newspapers. 48% of younger users say they learn about new entertainment through community... Read Full Story
Some people have a real knack for planning their time. Many do not. If you are among those who struggle, you may need to take a step toward learning the simple skill of identifying and prioritizing the most important things in your day. I would like to introduce you to one of our most effective time management tips, the three coaches. The three coaches will guide you in arranging your daily activities and prioritizing your personal goals so you can get things done. They are: necessity... Read Full Story
People who find themselves constantly buried under a mountain of work are the same ones who experience a tremendous amount of daily stress. See if you or someone you know agrees to one or more of the following statements: I try to accomplish too much.I do not delegate.I procrastinate.I allow too many interruptions. Being constantly overwhelmed is not only counter-productive; it's unhealthy. It is also a good indication that you are ready for a shift in your mind-set. You can easily make this... Read Full Story
You'll learn how to effectively manage your time by managing your email and voicemail in this article. Try these eight time management tips to keep your electronic email and voicemail tools under control. You'll find yourself spending less time reacting to messages and more time focused on more important activities. Manage your E-mail Check e-mail only three times per day, and actually schedule those times in your planner.Reply to messages you receive only when necessary.Send a brief... Read Full Story