TIME WASTAGE
Most office employees waste at least 45 percent of their day once they get to their desks, according to the book, First Thing Monday Morning, by Dianna Booher. A study showed that only 22 percent of the employees said they work at full potential.
PROCRASTINATION IS BAD FOR YOUR HEALTH
According to Michelle Tullier, in her book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Overcoming Procrastination, it can cause stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and even depression.
THE GREAT PUT-OFF
One Survey revealed that exercise is the number one thing that people procrastinate on. A worthy goal for this year is to persist in a regular exercise program until it becomes habitual. A longer and healthier life can be a great time saver.
TIMELY QUOTE
"The secret to success is setting priorities."
-Denis Waitley
DEADLINES CAN REDUCE STRESS
Alec Mackenzie, author of Time for Success, suggests the stress of incomplete tasks and last minute rushing can be eliminated by establishing realistic deadlines and checkpoints.
SET DEADLINE FOR E-MAIL REPLY
When requesting information or a reply, always include a deadline so your e-mail doesn't linger in the recipient's in-box
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