Hard work got you where you are, sure. And we're taught that hard work pays off.
So of course you're busy from the moment your feet hit the floor in the morning. You're a go-getter!
I bet you take pride in responding quickly to requests.
You take work off people's plates when they're overwhelmed.
Put your head down and push through as tasks stack up throughout the day.
Do the "responsible" thing and postpone your workouts and doctor appointments to finish projects.
Open up your laptop at night to clear out your inbox.
The more that comes at you, the harder you work.
But if working harder is the only way how is it that some people get the same or better results in less time? How does that person you admire stay calm, get everything done and have time for lunch, exercise and family fun?
They prioritize and stay focused and disciplined.
Leadership is not about getting the most things done.
It's about getting the most IMPORTANT things done.
The trickiest part - the part most people skip - is deciding what's most important.
The Eisenhower Matrix can help.
Decide which tasks are urgent and important - the things that must get done - and put those first.
Everything else gets scheduled, delegated or deleted.
Seem impossible? That's where coaching can make all the difference. Having an objective sounding board, a planning and accountability partner, someone to give you the tools to set boundaries, stop caring so much what others think and take control of your schedule is a game-changer.
You can do it and I can help you get further faster. If that sounds like exactly what you want in your life, let's talk. Message me or click the link in the comments to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program.
"What is important is seldom urgent and what is urgent is seldom important." - Dwight D. Eisenhower
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