 Have you ever wondered how some people get more done than others? I have always believed that wasting time is as bad as wasting resources or money. I started taking stock of how much time I spend waiting for something, and the numbers will astound you!
EXAMPLE: I spend 30 hours a year waiting for my coffee to brew! If you spend 5 minutes a day, that comes out to be just about 30 hours per year!
I spend about twice that waiting for a bus! And don't even get my started on the 20 minutes per hour that is nothing but commercials on each and every show I watch!
So, I compiled a list of what I do while I...
I hope this will help you not only in your time management, but perhaps even help you eliminate some things you may be doing that you don't even like!
While I Brew My Coffee I:
- load or unload the dishwasher
- water the plants
- see to the cat bowls
- thaw something for dinner
- plan next weeks meals
While I Wait For The Bus I:
- delete my cell memories and menus
- read
- crochet a small project
- make lists of thing I need to do
While I Wait For The Laundry I:
- set up the VCR to tape a show
- roll yarn
- cut up veggies for a salad and zip lock them
- put a casserole together
- clean out the fridge
While I Watch Endless Commercials I:
- mute!
- mend clothes or work on a crochet project
- cut coupons or recipes
- catch up on articles I have saved
- submit cool things and read cool things on Thrifyfun!
While I Sleep I:
- put a stew in the crock pot overnight
- let some spray cleaner sit in the tub
- run the dishwasher
- soak out some stains in the sink
- defrag the computer
- charge the phones
If you really think about what you can be doing while you think you have time to do only one thing, you will compile your own list.
It sure helped me and I am sure it will help you all too.
Source: I thought of this myself. I have been a multitasker from before it had a name, so this is old stuff to me. This is a way to get it out to all "like minded" people. Enjoy all your newly saved time!
By Sandra from Salem OR
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