Helping Organizations Change!

Summer 2000

Planning and Action Tips

• The "rule of sixes:" It takes 6 days to 6 weeks to create a new habit, so be patient with yourself.
• Know your top 3 - 5 goals (personal and professional).
• Take time to plan every day, even if initially you don't do it perfectly ("progress not perfection").
• Determine the best mix of electronic and paper scheduling/calendaring system: experiment but be persistent.
• Prioritize daily tasks.
• Take time daily to process paper and email: Stay ahead!
• "Prize" yourself enough to allow uninterrupted time on your calendar to work on tasks and projects: It's O.K. to close your office door.
• Rules for delegating—–empowering others:a) Open communication; b) Clear boundaries of responsibility and authority; c) Regular meetings; d) Agreement on outcome; e) Trust & Prize the other person
• Maintain balance in your life (Body; Mind; Spirit)
• Remember: "Don't take yourself too seriously" and "Have fun!"

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Inside This Issue:

• Problem Employees
• Planning and Action Tips
• Purpose Statement