Practical Time Management Tips for Busy Professionals / Meet The Small Business Award Winners

Chamber Amplified

Summary:
On this edition of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Amber Wolfrom from the Family Resource Center joins the show to discuss time management and the importance of prioritizing self-care. She emphasizes the need to put ourselves first and ensure that we are taking care of our physical and mental well-being. Amber provides practical advice on how to manage time effectively, including creating priority lists, setting time constraints, and single-tasking. She also highlights the importance of protecting personal time and setting boundaries to avoid burnout. Amber suggests conducting time audits to identify time drains and make necessary adjustments.

Titus Allen and Rodney Kramp from Allen Kramp Wealth Management discuss their involvement in downtown Findlay and the redevelopment of the former Reicks building. They emphasize the importance of creating a vibrant downtown community with a mix of stores, restaurants, and activities. They share their vision for downtown Findlay and their commitment to supporting the community. Titus and Rodney also discuss the founding of Allen Kramp Wealth Management and their focus on comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary responsibilities.

Key Takeaways:

• Prioritize self-care and make time for activities that recharge and energize you.
• Create priority lists and set time constraints to manage tasks effectively.
• Single-tasking improves focus and productivity.
• Protect personal time and set boundaries to avoid burnout.
• Conduct time audits to identify time drains and make necessary adjustments.
• Say no to requests and commitments that do not align with your priorities and values.
• Know your company's culture and values before hiring to ensure a good fit.

Important Topics:
| 0:03:30 | Amber Wolfrom emphasizes the need for daily self-care and getting enough sleep.
| 0:06:25 | Amber Wolfrom suggests using calendars and apps that are simple and effective.
| 0:08:43 | Amber Wolfrom shares tactics such as prioritizing sleep, buffering for surprises, and creating priority lists.
| 0:10:52 | Time management tips: Avoid multitasking and set timers for tasks
| 0:12:23 | Use time audits to identify where time is being wasted
| 0:13:51 | Protect your schedule and learn to say no
| 0:14:54 | Make saying no more palatable by being truthful
| 0:16:20 | Use strategies like signs on the door to protect your time
| 0:17:22 | Create clear boundaries between work and personal time
| 0:19:05 | Introduce "Struggle Time" for employees to find answers independently
| 0:19:54 | Encourage employees to try to solve problems on their own first
| 0:20:37 | Protect your time off to prevent burnout and resentment
| 0:21:43 | Horizontal and vertical workplace pressures can impact time management
| 0:23:31 | Importance of downtown Findlay
| 0:24:37 | Repurposing the former Reeks building
| 0:25:25 | Importance of a balance of businesses in downtown
| 0:28:22 | Involvement in the community
| 0:29:26 | History of Allen Cramp Wealth Management
| 0:31:15 | Importance of getting involved and taking initiative
| 0:32:23 | Hiring the right people for the team
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