Personal Balance

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Time Productivity Checklist

Check 'Yes' or 'No' for each statement on this Productivity Checklist.

YES NO  
1. I accept the ultimate responsibility for how I spend my time.
2. I know what is most important in my life.
3. I write down personal and business goals and review them often.
4. I break my goals into small do-able tasks.
5. Each week I accomplish tasks associated with those important goals.
6. I create deadlines and work to meet them.
7. I reset priorities at least once a week.
8. I know my prime time and effectively use of the most productive hours of the day.
9. I group similar tasks to save time.
10. I have chosen a calendar/diary that works well for me.
11. My pending paperwork is organized for quick action.
12. I can locate important reference information quickly and easily.
13. I keep a master list of outstanding tasks that are waiting for attention.
14. I take advantage of new technologies and incorporate them in my work.
15. I regularly dispose of clutter at work and at home.
16. I store materials according to the ways in which they are used.
17. I maintain a healthy and attractive work environment.
18. I delegate tasks clearly and appropriately.
19. I am able to focus and refocus on the task at hand.
20. I take regular invigorating short breaks and longer holidays.
21. I build in slack time for unexpected emergencies and opportunities.
22. I encourage co-workers to improve their time management skills.
23. I regularly check on my own time management habits and work for improvement.
24. I often update my work style and habits to adapt to changes in my work and life.
25. I realize the wise management of time is just one tool in building a satisfying life.

Yes
No		 Totals

Each of these statements is a positive belief or action that will help you make the most effective use of your time. The higher the number of 'Yes' responses, the more skilled you have become. Continue with those practices. Review the 'No' responses and work on improvements in those areas.

Complete this survey once or twice a year as a check on your progress, and a reminder of effective habits and practices.

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