--For dummies.

Includes index

Introduction -- Beginning the revolution: simple steps to start with. The essence of good time management: organizing yourself ; Setting yourself up for success ; Linking time management to life goals ; Putting a value on your time -- Establishing a good system. Focusing your efforts, prioritizing tasks, and blocking your time ; Efficiently working from a home office ; Setting up and maintaining a productive workspace ; Fine-tuning organization skills with technology -- Using technology to leverage your time. Leveraging your time with technology ; Controlling email overload ; The Facebook balancing act ; Twitter: time saver or time waster ; Creating effective LinkedIn strategies -- Confronting challenges to time management. Communicating strategically to get results fast ; Defending your day from interruptions ; Overcoming procrastination ; Coping with a time-wasting boss ; Mastering meetings with co-workers -- Maintaining efficiency when working with others. Time management for administrative staff ; Time management for salespeople ; Time management for business owners and executives ; Coaching others to manage time effectively -- The part of tens. Ten time-wasting behaviors ; Ten time-efficient habits

Zeller shows you how effective time management can help change your work day-- and your life. He gives you practical tips on managing distractions, fighting procrastination, and optimizing your workspace. Take back precious hours, and make the most of every minute of every day!