201 GREAT IDEAS for Your SMALL BUSINESS, Third Edition

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Time and Personal Management Ideas

Successful entrepreneurs work incredibly long hours, so it's important to make the most of every minute.

Achieving a balance between work and life isn't as difficult as you think. The secret is to be organized, set priorities, and relentlessly delegate mundane tasks.

You must set boundaries to protect your time and space. If you have to meet a deadline, shut your door. Don't be so accessible. In fact, some of the most successful people in the world, including Warren Buffett, don't carry a mobile phone. Think about that.

The phone is an electronic tether. But you can prevent it from strangling you. One way to reduce phone tag is to schedule important calls. A scheduled call has another advantage: it gives ...