7 Easy and Effective Time Management Techniques

Are you finding that time is slipping away from you? Are you falling just short of achieving everything you need to in your day? The Property Nomads know this feeling all too well, and so have, over time, developed a series of ways in which they can free up time, and get more done! In this episode, Rob shares these invaluable seven techniques with you, so that you can hit those goals.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Turn off notifications – it is too easy to be side-tracked by the pinging of our phones. Studies show that it takes 21 minutes to return to proper focus after being distracted. Eliminate this by reducing those distractions.
Set up repeats on your calendar and schedule tasks - take the daily or regular tasks you perform, go to your calendar, and set them up as regular tasks. This will stop you having to remember them and will automate the first few tasks of each day on your behalf.
Delegate tasks - how many of your routine jobs can you give to someone else? Often the mundane tasks are the most time-consuming. Free yourself up by delegating to others and watch as your time returns to you.
Communicate effectively - effective communication is crucial. You can save so much time by being clear, concise, and most importantly, precise.
Avoid multitasking by focussing on one thing at a time - focussing on one thing at a time will let you get it done quicker and more effectively.
Learn to say no - this can be difficult but remember that you only have a finite amount of time. Do you want to spend it on something that isn’t productive, or will take you away from something that is?
Set deadlines - setting effective deadlines and goals, and reviewing them, will make them easier and allow you to prioritise. It’s fine to have plans but putting dates on them will give those plans meaning.

BEST MOMENTS

‘You do need some structure at some point’

‘Effective communication is an art form in itself’

‘Always think before you speak’

‘It’s about life balance. It’s about you as an individual’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

The Property Nomads Website

Buy To Let: How To Get Started – By Rob Smallbone (Amazon)

Focal Point by Brian Tracy

ABOUT THE HOST

Rob Smallbone, Rachael Taylor and Matt McSherry, the hosts of The Property Nomads Podcast, are on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom?

Rob, Rachael & Matt just want to make a huge difference to people around the world. They are here to guide your success in property, business and life and to inspire you to achieve your goals, dreams and visions. They’ve travelled, explored, and invested. And they’re not planning on stopping these activities anytime soon.

Buckle up, sit tight and enjoy the ride that is life.

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