The Really Quick Guide to Creating More in Less Time

<h1>The Really Quick Guide to Creating More in Less Time</h1>

by Carol Dickson-Carr

<div align=justify>The Really Quick Guide to Creating More in Less Time 
 
I wrote a rather lengthy article on this topic last year and 
thought having these tips handy so it fits on one page might come 
in handy for many of you! Remember, it takes about three weeks to 
form a habit, so start with one of the following strategies 
diligently, then watch your productivity soar! 
 
1. Manage your energy: This is a biggie! Pay close attention to 
what fuels and diminishes your physical, spiritual, mental, and 
emotional energy. For example: for fueling energy, exercise, 
meditation, reading, and conversing with inspiring, positive 
people does it for me! 
 
2. Collaborate with others: I know you've heard the cliche, "Two 
heads are better than one", but have you heard the phrase 1+1=3? 
Imagine the power of combined creative energy producing something 
wonderful! Think co-opitition rather than competition. 
 
3. Pay attention to your body rhythms: Your productivity levels 
tend to increase at a slower rate over time. If you work best 
during the day (or night!), capitalize on that and rest when your 
body tells you it's time to rest! 
 
4. Use your strengths and farm out the rest: The art of delegation 
is not something to take lightly. You're not necessarily saving 
money (and definitely not saving time) doing it all yourself. Focus 
on what you do best (especially if you like to do it!). 
 
5. Recognize the cycle of chaos and order and use it to your 
advantage: Creativity is generally a messy process. Go with it. 
What comes out on the other end is often better than you ever 
imagined! 
 
6. Use a balance of your natural personality plus a stretch goal in 
order to grow : Do you have the "goal-oriented with optimistic 'to- 
do' lists" personality; the "naturally schedule-oriented, planning 
your days to the minute detail" personality; or the "hate routine 
and fly by the seat of your pants, and maybe even thrive on it" 
personality? Does your personality help or hinder you? Go outside 
your comfort zone and try on others and see what happens! 
 
 
7. Practice daily self-awareness: The Journal is King (or Queen) 
for this, in my not so humble opinion. Don't edit yourself when you 
write either. Moods, accomplishments, open loops, creative ideas, 
and then some are all fair game. 
 
8. Make sure you schedule "you" time every day: Yep. Down time is 
productive time (read _The Power of Full Engagement_ by Jim Loehr and 
Tony Schwartz to see what I mean!). I promise you'll be more 
productive after taking that break and doing something you love! 
 
9. Employ some of the traditional 'time management' tips: Tracking 
your activities, documenting your distractions, and prioritizing 
according to what's most important are just a few of many tips. 
 
10. Create passive income: So many options--real estate, creating 
digital products (I can help you with that!), affiliate marketing, 
network marketing... What, among those choices, lights you up the 
most? 
 
Remember that you don't have to try all of these strategies at 
once! But again, I encourage you to start with one and watch how it 
will change your life! 
 
Copywright (c) 2005-2006</div>

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		About the author
		For your blended learning pleasure Carol Dickson-Carr has created 
a Free 30 minute audio that goes into depth on how to increase your 
productivity. Visit http://managingpersonalresources.com for 
details! Carol makes money using her creativity and helps others 
do the same. She is co-author of "A Guide to Getting It: Purpose & 
Passion" and creator of an audio series to help you master your time 
so you can live your dreams.
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