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The Trouble With Time Management | 029
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In this episode, Jon shares his own struggles with time management and offers insights into why many sole practitioners in architecture face similar challenges. He discusses the importance of realistic scheduling, delegation, and various techniques including default diaries, theming workdays, time blocking, and more to improve time management. Jon also reflects on the transitional benefit of commutes and explores methods like the Pomodoro technique and Parkinson's law to enhance productivity. The talk emphasises the uniqueness of everyone's work habits and the necessity of tailoring time management strategies to individual needs.
Episode Highlights...
00:00 Introduction
00:45 Diving Into Time Management Challenges
03:22 Reflecting on the Commute: A Hidden Benefit
05:50 Exploring Time Management Techniques
14:51 Personal Experiences and Adjustments
17:03 Top Recommendations for Effective Time Management
20:37 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead
Key Takeaways...
Challenges in Time Management: It’s a common struggle for sole practitioners to managing their time effectively. We have a tendency to overestimate daily productivity whilst ‘wearing multiple hats’ in a small practice.
Reflecting on Workweek: Jon’s workweek has evolved from traditional working hours to a more flexible schedule that fits around family life. He emphasises the importance of transitions between work and home life.
Tactics for Time Management: There are various tactics for improving time management, such as creating a default week or diary, theming workdays, utilising time blocking, and the concept of the maker vs. manager schedule. Bear in mind that certain tactics just may not work for you.
Recommendations for Effective Time Management: Jon suggests setting realistic expectations, planning the day ahead with a short task list, and aligning tasks with personal energy levels and circadian rhythms.
Continuous Improvement: Jon emphasises the concept of continuous improvement in time management. You may need to try a few time management tactics and adjust your approach to suit your own needs.
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