346: Why Your Time Management Tactics Aren’t Working

Profit by Design

Are you struggling with time management as a business owner? The key is not working harder but having a reason to work less! In this episode, Melissa Kay dives into why time-blocking and delegation might not be enough, and how having a purpose for your time can transform your productivity and life. You’ll learn why overworking leads to burnout and inefficient time management, the power of creating intentional breaks, and how finding your WHY for working less will improve your business and life.

Profit by Design is a Tap the Potential Production.

Show Highlights:

• The negative effects when your WHY is not strong enough
• Melissa’s example of a purpose and WHY for her free time
• Understanding how to set boundaries around effective planning and reflection time
• Reasons for constant overwhelm—and what to do about it
• Dealing with unclear and changing goals
• Poor results caused by ineffective delegation
• Prioritizing goals, tasks, and projects (how to plan efficiently)
• Permit yourself to say NO
• Time-blocking doesn’t always work! Why?
• Taking breaks with buffer blocks for self-care is critical to your success!
• Melissa’s tips:
• Identify your motivator: the ONE thing.
• Prioritize, plan, and reflect.
• Own your calendar, experience ease, and move your business forward.
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