time management | Kaira Rouda

24 04, 2009

Say no to time thieves

By Kaira Rouda|2023-02-07T01:49:16+00:00April 24, 2009|business, goals, kids, phone calls, time management|Comments Off on Say no to time thieves

Make sure you're focusing and not allowing time thieves to take advantage of you! Did you know interruptions consume 28 percent of an average workday? It's true. And interruptions can be even more time-stealing if you're working from home and not setting limits. Case in point: the other day I was working from home. That's typically a great place to work, especially during school hours. But, one of my kids was home sick. She slept most of the time, but still needed checking, food and comfort. Then, I answered the home phone, instead of letting the answering machine grab it. A mom looking for help with the Lacrosse car wash this weekend. And finally, my oldest signed himself out of school and arrived home with a big project. And what time does that leave for the things on my list? None, if I allow that [...]

Make time for yourself, because your future starts now.

By Kaira Rouda|2023-02-07T13:29:07+00:00July 29, 2008|alone time, kids, Real You Incorporated, time management, vacation, work-life balance|Comments Off on Make time for yourself, because your future starts now.

Wow! This may be a tough one for those of you with kids. And even if you don’t have a family, it’s a challenge in today’s world to get away for a while. But taking a break is necessary for your well being. So, if you can, head to the hills, the ocean—or even a hotel for a night or a weekend. This guilt-free time alone is essential, and what better time to plan your getaway than during the dog days of summer. Do it now—before school starts and before the holiday rush kicks in. This will give you some time to think, plan and dream. Chances are good that you’ll return recharged and ready to take on the world. Women everywhere, and in all stages of life, are planning time for themselves. For some, it’s as simple as the solitude they experience while driving [...]

Be selective with your time

By Kaira Rouda|2023-02-07T13:30:17+00:00June 27, 2008|leader, professional organizations, time management|Comments Off on Be selective with your time

You're a busy professional with limited time to devote outside of work and family, so that’s why it’s best to only join organizations that have meaning to you. Start by visiting several groups so you can determine which ones are right for you. Then be selective, because attending too many meetings, or joining a long list of organizations, is the opposite of real. Once you find that perfect fit—an organization that turns out to be exactly what you’re looking for—volunteer your time as a leader. Why? Because you’ll get the most out of it that way—and so will the organization. Leaders who give their time this way quickly learn that the benefits far outweigh the input. Learn more in Real Fact No. 7 of Real You Incorporated.