You want to get promoted in Entrepreneurship. What’s the first step to improve your time management skills?

First off, you don’t get promoted in entrepreneurship. You promote yourself. Thank you, AI, for creating an almost appropriate post for us to read. Assessing your priorities is a crucial part of time management. I’m a big believer in values. It takes a lot of work to understand what your values are. Then, it’s essential to strategically plan your day to fulfill those values and to say no to things that will not meet them. There’s a lot more nuance to this, but at a very high-level understanding what matters to you, your customer and understanding how you want to change the world as an entrepreneur will help you prioritize your time more effectively

Gain a laser-sharp understanding of your goals and prioritize your life accordingly. Learn to say "no." When saying "no" explain why it is "no." Enforce white spaces and make sure time to re-energize is among your priorities.

Write everything you want to achieve in your calendar and do not stop until everything is done. This is a non-negotiable! Schedule everything from exercise, family events, meetings, sales calls and time to reach out to people in your network. This is such a critical part of an entrepreneur’s life.

Improving time management skills is pivotal for anyone looking to excel in entrepreneurship. The first step to enhancing these skills involves conducting a thorough self-assessment of how you currently allocate your time. This means tracking your daily activities in detail for at least a week. Document every task, from the most significant project work to the briefest email checks. The goal is to gain a clear, unbiased view of where your time actually goes, distinguishing between high-value activities that directly contribute to your goals and low-value tasks that could be minimized or eliminated. Once you have this data, analyze it to identify patterns or time drains that might be hindering your productivity.

If it feels like a waste of time, it is. Eliminate it and replace it with activities that are in line with not being entitled to time.

Often, "Time Wasting/Procrastination" happens with lack of clarity. What’s the first/next step, where are we going, what's the plan, how am I going to do this..? This view changes the self-talk and gives momentum to get unstuck. Why spend time on something when we don’t have clarity. The trick is realizing that and doing things that move us forward, avoiding the internet scrolling, games on our phone/tablet or disrupting your staff with things because you don’t know what to do. Things that can help you: - Make a clear Job Description with measurements–especially for CEO/President - Work the Strat plan, what you have influence over, accountable to - Have a list of high value activities you can work - Delegate low value activities off

It’s fascinating how often the things we don’t think much about, like the occasional scroll through social media or those “quick” checks of our email, can add up to significant chunks of our day. Procrastination and multitasking, especially, are notorious for making us feel busy without much actual progress. Reviewing your time log can be a real eye-opener, showing you exactly where your time is slipping away. And seeking feedback? That’s gold. Sometimes, others can spot our productivity leaks better than we can ourselves. Once you’ve pinpointed these distractions, the challenge (and opportunity) lies in strategizing ways to cut them down or out. It’s all about reclaiming your time and directing it towards what truly matters to you.

One thing I found helpful is limiting screen time. The tendency to wander while we are on our computers can be overwhelming. Clarify what you need to do while on your computer and stick to the task at hand.

For many, SMART Stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Timebound. I think everyone should add these flavours to it. S- Specific yet Simple M - Measurable but not Manipulated A - Achievable yet Aggressive. R - Relevant yet Relatable T- TimeBound yet Timely assessed.

SMART goals help you stay in track and support in focusing on the right thing at the right time. At Pearson, we use SMART goal setting for our professional goals and navigating through these becomes easier and more realistic each year!

Para mejorar en el emprendimiento y marcar objetivos SMART, se deben seguir los siguientes pasos: Definir nuestra idea de negocio: Tener una idea clara de los que queremos hacer. Entiendo si nuestro producto o servicio es diferencial con respecto a lo que hay en el mercado. A partir de aquí los objetivos SMART se establecen de la siguiente forma: Deben ser objetivo específicos, medibles, alcanzables, relevantes y con un límite de tiempo. Específico: ?Qué es lo que queremos lograr? Medible: Poner indicadores para todo para poder evaluar. Alcanzable: ?Es nuestro objetivo realista? Relevante: ?Está relacionado el objetivo con la misión y visión de nuestra empresa? Con límite de tiempo: Acotar cuando se quiere conseguir.

Setting SMART goals is indeed crucial for effective time management. By ensuring your goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, you create a clear roadmap for success. Utilizing templates, worksheets, or apps can aid in structuring your goals and breaking them down into manageable steps with defined deadlines and indicators. SMART goals provide focus, motivation, and a means to track progress, enabling you to prioritize tasks and allocate your time and energy effectively. This systematic approach empowers you to work towards meaningful outcomes and maximize your productivity.

While setting SMART goals and measurable milestones are indeed key to progress, none of it means anything if we don't take action and follow through. It's easy to get stuck in planning mode while finding the causes that make us have to 'reassess' our situation. Whether it's researching the newest technology or scrolling through the noise from the internet of things, we can tend to get caught up in nonsense that is not an essential element of the latest situational assessment we must make. If you make 'specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and timebound plans, we MUST take action each day to accomplish the goal. That means, when that alarm or reminder goes off, stop and do it.

One simple yet affective strategy is to take 15 minutes at the end of each day and plan the following day. Most people do this in the morning, but it almost always fails due to the number of distractions that exist at that time of day. Employees want you, customers want you, suppliers want you, and so on. But at the end of the day, things are calmer. No one is screaming for your attention since everyone has gone home, so it's much easier to think clearly about your priorities at that time. This approach works wonders, but it’s even more impactful if you expand it beyond your day. So once you get the hang of this, try planning your week at the end of each week, you month at the end of each month, and your year at the end of each year.

Put time blockers, set focus slots, find out when you work best and be sure to leverage that time to the fullest. I also recommend using easy but powerful tools like Trello to manage and prioritise your work items

The best method ever is to list down all tasks(to do) apart from routine activities. Then bifurcate it priority wise with time estimates. It gives you benefit to shuffle your priority tasks as per time zone availability. Further clarity of thought provides immense clarity and stress free day. We need to be mindful that this 5 min exercise burning out lot of mental pressure!!

One thing I’ve found especially helpful in time management is time blocks. I write down my priorities for the day the night before, then I split up how long I need to spend on them and what else needs to be achieved in the day. AI can often help you figure out your time blocks or you can do it directly in your calendar to make sure you stick to your schedule.

I've tried many time management techniques, find the one that fits you. Time boxing has worked miracles for me and my staff. It's simple and powerful, try it out for a week.

Implementing your plan is crucial for achieving results and boosting performance. This involves executing tasks according to your schedule and goals, enhancing satisfaction and confidence. Techniques like batching, time blocking, and delegation help manage tasks effectively, focusing on one at a time to optimize workflow and conserve energy.

ACTION! What good is mapping out the perfect plan without taking intentional action towards implementing you plan? When you take action and implement you plan it will boost your confidence! It will solidify your belief in yourself and when you believe that you can do whatever it is to accomplish your goals then it will become your reality. Take action, believe in yourself, boost your confidence and you'll reach your goals successfully.

A plan without implementation is just a dream, thus you need an execution plan of your actual strategy/plan. The most crucial step, is the first one towards your goal!

in my experience, sometimes we design very well adjusted and calculated plans but "something happens"... your family, a client, an unplanned event... and my favorite phrase is "plans should always be designed to change!" PS: if they always always change then your plan was not a plan ;)

It's essential to highlight the "Just F*cking Do It" mentality, which serves as a powerful catalyst in this process. This mindset cuts through procrastination and over-planning by advocating for action above all. While planning is invaluable, it's the willingness to take bold steps and the readiness to embrace the messiness of the process that often leads to breakthroughs. This mentality doesn't dismiss the importance of strategy or the complexity of tasks; instead, it emphasizes the necessity of momentum and the courage to start, even when the path isn't fully clear. It's about trusting the process, learning through doing, and adjusting along the way.

Reviewing and adjusting your time management skills is essential for growth and efficiency. It involves reflecting on your experiences, gathering feedback, and analyzing outcomes to identify areas for improvement. This process enables you to adapt to changing circumstances and optimize your performance, ultimately leading to greater success in managing your time effectively.

A mi me ha resultado útil siempre organizar las tareas de la más importante a la menos importante, fijar el tiempo de ejecución para cada tarea y priorizar la ejecución ante cualquier otra cosa en el trabajo. Una vez realizado esto se obtienen resultados eficientes y más contundentes.

Nothing works better than review and adjust framework. Because it doesn't matter how well the plan is as an entrepreneur there will always be shortcomings. The only thing you can do as an entrepreneur is to go back to the board review and then adjust.

Rather than "review and adjust" I think the important thing is to make continuous improvement. Every week, review what went wrong and what deadlines were not possible. The things that have not worked we will see them right away, but in many occasions the small changes, the small improvements are the ones that bring us value. For example, I had a meeting to which I was walking and I took the opportunity to take a daily walk. As it took a long time I changed the walk for fast transport (I usually go by motorcycle) but I needed that walk and I went back to him.... transport time can have its own value!

Agility is key in entrepreneurship. Every day is different and will pose unique challenges. You are "allowed" to move around meetings and time blockers - as long as you do a short recon at the end of that day to plan the next day properly. It's all a very exciting game!

Stay away from negativity of all sorts as this is the biggest enemy of your precious time, happy mood, and neuron cells too. Engage yourself with positive people and positive activities and you will never feel overworked or stressed out. Stay in the company of experienced people who can help you grow personally as well as professionally through their invaluable real life based suggestions.

The biggest hack which has helped me in time management is making written lists and notes, then prioritising them. I also put a tick on what gets completed. This helps in not only being aware of what needs to be done but also somehow structures the thought process in how it needs to be done.

- Saying no: Say no to requests that don't align with your priorities. Politely but firmly set boundaries with others. -- Delegate: Delegate tasks to others whenever necessary to free-up your time for higher-level activities. -- Use technology: Make use of productivity tools and apps to improve efficiency by automating tasks and streamlining workflows. -- Take regular breaks: Take breaks to avoid burnout. During the breaks, stretch your body and do things that reenergize your mind.

My suggestions would be to do an introspection and self-reflection. Identify where you are spending most of the time. Analyse if this makes sense or you could approach the tasks in a different manner. Use the pomodoro technique and measure results. Learn to say no to focus on the stuff that has a major impact.

You don't get "promoted in entrepreneurship". You can improve your skills, but if you're an entrepreneur then generally the only person who can promote you is you. You have to wear many hats and the two most important ones to adopt are sales & time management. Work when you're most effective, make sure you don't get burned out but make sure what's important (not what's urgent) gets done first.