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Create Large Chunks of Time

One of the keys to high levels of performance and productivity is making every minute count. Continuously be thinking of different ways you can save, schedule, and consolidate large chunks of time. Schedule specific activities in preplanned time slots all day long, then build your work around accomplishing key tasks, one at a time.

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1. Successful salespeople block off a certain amount of time each day to make calls. Many executives also set aside time blocks to call customers directly or answer correspondence.

What tasks that you need to regularly tackle can you consolidate into regular, scheduled time blocks?

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How might you work these sorts of recurring tasks into your regular schedule? Write down triggers and other ways you can do this.

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2. A time planner can help you visualize blocks of time. It is one of the most powerful tools you have in your battle against procrastination. Use the planner on these four pages, or one like it, to block off time for specific tasks.