Time Tamer Consulting
2351 Sunset Blvd.,
Suite 170-182
Rocklin, CA 95765
(Located near Sacramento, CA)
916/435-2862
2351 Sunset Blvd.,
Suite 170-182
Rocklin, CA 95765
(Located near Sacramento, CA)
916/435-2862
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Article: You Can't Buy Time
YOU CAN’T BUY TIME
(HOW TO MANAGE IN PERSON MEETING REQUESTS)
As entrepreneurs and professionals, one of our objectives is to make and build connections with others. Sometimes, we can let this area get out of control.
Do you have people calling to have coffee,or lunch so they can get to know you, or to pick your brain? Is that always the most effective use of your time? Is your business best served by driving to the location, and waiting on food service?
When it isn't, you may not feel comfortable giving them a flat out "No, I don't have time". Instead, you can let them know that you're too busy to meet, but would like to set up a time to talk. Suggest that you schedule a 15 minute or half hour phone conversation. This sets the boundaries for the call and ultimately for your time.
At the beginning of the phone conversation, reiterate that you have scheduled 15 or 30 minutes for the call and will need to end on time for your next appointment. You are again setting the time limits for the conversation, and creating the expectation that the call will focus on a worthwhile discussion.
You can also choose a day of the week that you will be in your office for these conversations. Let the other person know that you schedule phone calls on Fridays between 10 and 2. What time would work for them?
Look carefully at your connection building time and make sure that it is working for you, not just the other person. The old phrase, "buy more time" is a misnomer. Time is finite and only you can protect the time that you have.
Want to reprint this article? You can, as long as you include this statement along with it:
Consultant and speaker Christine Giri, AKA The Time Tamer, works with high-performing entrepreneurs and business professionals to increase individual and organizational performance. Christine is available to speak and consult on a variety of professional productivity topics including Time Management, Work flow Processes and Effective Delegation. With humor and insight, Christine’s straightforward style and ability to deliver valuable content will empower you to improve and grow your business.Christine can be contacted through her website at www.timetamerconsulting.com or at 916/435-2862.
(HOW TO MANAGE IN PERSON MEETING REQUESTS)
As entrepreneurs and professionals, one of our objectives is to make and build connections with others. Sometimes, we can let this area get out of control.
Do you have people calling to have coffee,or lunch so they can get to know you, or to pick your brain? Is that always the most effective use of your time? Is your business best served by driving to the location, and waiting on food service?
When it isn't, you may not feel comfortable giving them a flat out "No, I don't have time". Instead, you can let them know that you're too busy to meet, but would like to set up a time to talk. Suggest that you schedule a 15 minute or half hour phone conversation. This sets the boundaries for the call and ultimately for your time.
At the beginning of the phone conversation, reiterate that you have scheduled 15 or 30 minutes for the call and will need to end on time for your next appointment. You are again setting the time limits for the conversation, and creating the expectation that the call will focus on a worthwhile discussion.
You can also choose a day of the week that you will be in your office for these conversations. Let the other person know that you schedule phone calls on Fridays between 10 and 2. What time would work for them?
Look carefully at your connection building time and make sure that it is working for you, not just the other person. The old phrase, "buy more time" is a misnomer. Time is finite and only you can protect the time that you have.
Want to reprint this article? You can, as long as you include this statement along with it:
Consultant and speaker Christine Giri, AKA The Time Tamer, works with high-performing entrepreneurs and business professionals to increase individual and organizational performance. Christine is available to speak and consult on a variety of professional productivity topics including Time Management, Work flow Processes and Effective Delegation. With humor and insight, Christine’s straightforward style and ability to deliver valuable content will empower you to improve and grow your business.Christine can be contacted through her website at www.timetamerconsulting.com or at 916/435-2862.
