In our fast-paced, modern world, time is our most precious commodity. We’re constantly juggling responsibilities, chasing dreams, and trying to make the most of every moment. But have you ever felt like your days are slipping away, consumed by activities that don’t truly enrich your life? It’s a common struggle, and the culprit is often hiding in plain sight: time killers. Time Killers are sneaky saboteurs that rob us of our quality time. They’re the distractions, the procrastination, the lack of direction, and the energy drains that prevent us from living our lives to the fullest. These time ..read more

For many of us, the chaos of modern life feels like a treadmill set at an impossible pace…. You’re racing through your day, juggling a dozen tasks at once. Deadlines are breathing down your neck, and you’re constantly reacting to the urgent rather than focusing on what’s truly important. Sounds familiar? But what if there was a way out? A planner. It’s not just another fancy notebook. It’s a tool that promises a way out of the tumult. But here’s the twist: merely owning a planner won’t save you from the storm. A boat is no good if you don’t know how to sail, and similarly, a planner without d ..read more

Ever caught yourself thinking, “I thought I had enough time for this!” or, “Why am I always running late on my plans?” It’s like a never-ending loop of setting goals, missing the mark, then scratching your head in wonder. Evidence shows that this so-called planning fallacy is a widespread hiccup. You can see its traces in educational institutions, where both the educators and the learners trip over it.[1] Dive into the tech world, and a mere third of projects wrap up on time. Meanwhile, industrial design takes, on average, a whopping 3.5 times longer than anticipated. And let’s not even talk ..read more

In a world where convenience is king, digital tools have revolutionized the art of delegation. Gone are the days when assigning a task meant a physical handoff – imagine walking stacks of papers from desk to desk or navigating a labyrinth of cubicles to ensure your team knows what’s on their plate. Today, a few clicks or taps are all it takes to seamlessly delegate responsibilities. This evolution in task allocation is particularly significant in our new normal, where remote work isn’t just a trend, but a widespread reality. When your team is dispersed across different locations, sometimes ev ..read more

Saying ‘no’ can be one of the toughest, most unsavory tasks we undertake, especially when it’s directed towards the people who mean the most to us. You might grasp the imperative of safeguarding your time and energy – they’re finite resources, after all. Still, that comprehension can fade into the ether when you’re caught in the emotional whirlwind of guilt and obligation that accompanies the very thought of turning down a loved one. When it comes to our friends and family, the task of saying ‘no’ climbs up the difficulty scale. These are the people we cherish, the ones who’ve been with us th ..read more

In the bustling command center of the 1969 Apollo 11 mission, Flight Director Gene Kranz was a portrait of calm in a storm of complex tasks and critical decisions. As the person ultimately responsible for the success of this historic mission, he could have chosen to keep a tight grip on every detail. Instead, he led with trust, respect, and strategic delegation. When a critical alarm signal, known as “1202”, flashed on the astronauts’ screens just moments before landing on the moon, the atmosphere in Mission Control became tense. Time was of the essence, and Kranz had a decision to make. Inst ..read more

Do you ever catch yourself holding back from handing over a task, even when you’re swamped with work? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. It’s a human tendency to grip the reins of control tightly. Many managers feel a twinge of unease when thinking about delegating tasks or decisions, even when it’s clear they’d benefit from it. Ironically, in large organizations, the opposite can also be true. Decisions bounce around like a hot potato, passed from one person to another, making productivity a challenge. A telling survey from SHL,[1] a US psychometric testing company, revealed that managers ..read more

Are you a manager with a to-do list that seems to stretch for miles? You finalize a client proposal, answer a barrage of emails, troubleshoot a team conflict, and try to make headway on a strategic plan for the next quarter. Your calendar is a jigsaw puzzle that’s getting more complex by the hour…. In this whirlwind, managers often hesitate to delegate. They worry that their team won’t complete tasks to their standard, or they fear that letting go of control might reflect poorly on their abilities. Some think that teaching someone else will take more time than just doing the task themselves ..read more

Did you know that a staggering 1 in 8 people never feel under control at work?[1] That’s not a trivial number; that’s a significant chunk of the workforce constantly drowning in tasks. And while having a system for time management is a golden key to productivity, a surprising 82% of people are operating without one. They’re not strategizing or organizing; they’re merely surviving with a to-do list or their email inbox as a makeshift lifeline. This might be why so many of us perpetually feel short on time, like we’re always scrambling to finish our tasks and constantly chasing after time. But ..read more

In the bustling landscape of today’s work environment, where demands are like tectonic plates — constantly shifting and overlapping — mastering the art of managing competing priorities is an essential skill to have. Think of the remote worker, whose living room doubles as an office and a classroom for their kids, or the freelance designer, juggling the visions of multiple clients, all of whom consider their project to be the utmost priority. Or perhaps the small business owner, who must balance the books, manage staff, and innovate, all while keeping customers delighted…. These scenarios are ..read more