Recent Articles From EvanCarmichael.com http://www.evancarmichael.com/ http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Effective-Time-Management--Complete-Your-Tasks-Easily-And-Have-Time-For-Your-Family.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Effective-Time-Management--Complete-Your-Tasks-Easily-And-Have-Time-For-Your-Family.html When we think about effective time management we often look at it as a means of better organising our professional lives. However, it is also a valuable tool for maximising and making better use of your leisure time and the time you spend with your family. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Dont-Set-New-Years-Resolutions--Take-Action-in-The-New-Year.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Dont-Set-New-Years-Resolutions--Take-Action-in-The-New-Year.html It's that time of year again when we start talking and thinking about New Year's Resolutions even though they're old hat and we instinctively know they don't work. Because your friends, family and colleagues may chat about what Resolutions they're going to make, do you find yourself wondering whether to make any? We know that within a few days or weeks, the Resolutions will be forgotten, nothing will have changed and yet for some reason most people still worry about them. So why do we still bother with New Year's Resolutions? First, they're a custom and a New Year ushers in a new start, so what better time than now? There's even a small chance that we may stick to our Resolutions this year, so we have a go. The main reason some people think about New Year's Resolutions is because they want to change things in their life. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Improve-Your-Personal-Time-Management-In-30-Seconds.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Improve-Your-Personal-Time-Management-In-30-Seconds.html One of the keys to getting the most out of your time is developing the ability to ask yourself the right questions at the right time. This need only take a few seconds before you begin any given task. More often than not, you will find these few seconds will present new and better ways of doing what needs to be done. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Taking-Scattered-Actions-Hampers-Your-Time-Management.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Taking-Scattered-Actions-Hampers-Your-Time-Management.html As strange as it may sound, being busy doesn't necessarily mean being productive. While we all want to get the most of our day, both at work and at home, trying to pack too many things in can be counter-productive. Taking a few minutes time out each day to consider how we can better spend our time can vastly improve the quality and quantity of what we achieve. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Time-Management-Strategy--Stop-Take-A-Step-Back--Reevaluate.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Time-Management-Strategy--Stop-Take-A-Step-Back--Reevaluate.html If things are getting on top of you and you feel like there simply aren't enough hours in the day, it may be time to take a step back and reevaluate your situation. With the pressures of modern life it is easy to lose focus on the goals that are genuinely important to us. If this sounds like you, it is probably time to stop and take a closer look at how you really want to spend your time. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Accomplish-More-By-Working-With-Your-Time.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Accomplish-More-By-Working-With-Your-Time.html With today's busy lifestyle you will often feel that there simply isn't enough time to do everything you want to do. Most of us have busy work schedules and have families to look after so every minute of leisure time seems like a valuable commodity. However, there are some simple steps you can take to get more out of your day. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Are-You-Suffering-From-Time-Poverty.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Are-You-Suffering-From-Time-Poverty.html Many people struggle to find the time to do the things they want to. There are only 24 hours in a day and that is never going to change. However, we can change how we look at time and how we use it to help us lead a fuller and more productive life. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Time-Management--Accomplish-More-By-Doing-Less.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Time-Management--Accomplish-More-By-Doing-Less.html Effective time management is a step by step process that takes determination and a long-term commitment. However, it is essential that you do not try to take on too much, too soon. In this article I advise you on how you can manage your time effectively. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Achieving-Work-Life-Balance-Doesnt-Have-to-be-Hard.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Work-Life/1832/Achieving-Work-Life-Balance-Doesnt-Have-to-be-Hard.html Although you want more balance in your life, does the thought of trying to achieve it fill you with dread? Does it feel a daunting task, just another thing on your to-do list? Even though you want to make some improvements to your work life balance, its easy to get overwhelmed by the thought of what needs to be done. This can lead to losing your motivation and you end up not doing anything.