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accommodating, this seemed arrogant to me. Still,
I had to make some changes. I was literally killing
myself with exhaustion and frustration. One day I
did it. I blocked off Friday mornings in my schedule
to do administrative work and catch up.
Within a few months of implementing these two
strategies, I was working less hours, completing
more projects, and earning more money than I had
since my business began. Even more important, I
wasn’t exhausted. I wish I had learned these simple
strategies much sooner in my life.
Can calendar padding and blocking change your
life? I think it can. In fact, I give you permission to
add these two strategies to your to-do list right now.
Remember you’re influential no matter what your
title. Let others see you being time-realistic and
sensible when filling your calendar. Do it wisely.
Referred to by her clients as “The Provocative Leader”,
Beth Caldwell
brings
a refreshing style to leadership and innovation. She works with companies
who need help to confront conflict, deal with drama, and make important
decisions. Beth is best known as the founder of
Pittsburgh Professional
Women
and
Leadership Academy for Women
. Her books include
I Wish I’d
Known THAT! Secrets to Success in Business
,
Inspired Entrepreneurs
,
EMPOWER,
INSPIRE and Smart Leadership: 12 Strategies to Help You Shift from Ineffective Boss
to Brilliant Leader
.
Connect with Beth at
her website and on
Watch Beth’s video series
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