Think like a question mark!

Time is a limited and expensive resource that requires as much, if not better, management than money. If time is money, how many people would spend it so unwisely and freely without any focused pre-planning, prioritising or indeed any forecasting on the return on the investment?

In today’s busy world many are still forced to do just that because they don’t have the time to change their behaviour. 'No' is your most powerful time management tool. When we know what our values are, and when we have a clear set of goals in all areas of our lives, we're in a much stronger position to politely and appropriately say 'no' to potential time-stealers and less relevant activities.

Every week, block in a few important non-urgent actions. It's too easy to get caught up in deadlines. To change that emphasis make appointments with yourself... and if you are not sure what to be tackling then address the big issues you have been avoiding.

Constantly ask, 'What is my highest priority right now?' This is a great focusing question. And how can I do this task more efficiently?' Think like an exclamation mark and question your activities.