{"id":1299,"date":"2021-08-20T09:37:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-20T09:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iamdanram.com\/blog\/?p=1299"},"modified":"2023-01-24T20:13:12","modified_gmt":"2023-01-24T20:13:12","slug":"3-secrets-of-effective-calendar-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iamdanram.com\/blog\/3-secrets-of-effective-calendar-management\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Secrets of Effective Calendar Management"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It is no secret that the best Professional Speakers<\/strong> are invited to appear on the world\u2019s most prestigious stages because of the notoriety of their ideas, expertise, and communication styles. But what\u2019s often understated is the fact that their demand is a result of the successes they have achieved by executing<\/em><\/strong> on the ideas they preach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have all heard that practice makes perfect<\/strong> and that\u2019s true; but the success that leads to higher paying speaking engagements is the result of consistent hard work over many years.  While a demanding schedule<\/strong> is necessary to achieve greatness, no success should come at the expense of our mental health or maintaining a healthy work-life balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today I want to share 3 calendar management tips<\/strong> that will help you have a more effective day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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TIP #1:  Plan the Entire Day<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are numerous ways to get sidetracked when you have a lot on your plate.  The easiest way to avoid possible pitfalls is to plan your entire day in advance. There are various ways you can plan ahead. This may include making your schedule at the end of the previous day so that you maximize your effectiveness the next day. Others might prefer to plan their day first thing in the morning when their mind is fresh.  Whatever you decide to do, planning your entire day in advance will help you accomplish your objectives more efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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TIP #2: Season the day with Variety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Changing the type of work you are doing over the course of the day will add a level of variety that will keep you alert and focused. For me that means today I will be juggling my public speaking coaching, Investor\/portfolio company meetings, along with my personal projects and opportunities to exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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TIP #3: Plan Breaks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our schedules can get overwhelming when there are numerous people requesting our time. An athletic work schedule might seem like the only option to getting everything done but we can\u2019t bring our best selves to any solution if we don\u2019t take moments to refuel.  Everyday, I plan times to go to the gym, spend time reading for pleasure, and plan time for delicious meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PRO TIPS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pro Tip #1<\/strong>: Most of my meetings are only 20 minutes<\/strong> long and here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a finite amount of time for a meeting there is less time for small talk and waffling.  Also all parties involved come in with clear discussion points to best maximize our time together<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pro Tip #2:<\/strong>  One way to keep you personally engaged throughout the day is to make sure you are activating different modes.  This might look like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n