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When I started the network marketing business, I was a mess! My house was a mess, my business wasn’t functioning, and I was completely stressed out. The only thing that I was good at was mothering my two beautiful children. It took me time and patience with myself before I started to really understand what was going on. I needed to manage my time more effectively.

Their are several different tools you can implement to help you manage time more efficiently. It really depends on your level of self-control. Experiment with them and decide what works best for your situation.

Techniques will vary but here are some basics:

Figure out what your first priorities are. Write them down. These are things that will always come first no matter what. Keep this list in a spot where you will always see it.

When I get distracted I have a means of reminding myself what needs to be done. This is just my top five list. Top five things I need to get done for today, this hour, this week. You get the idea. Try to put yourself in an environment that will help you stay on tract. Quiet the room, or maybe you need motivational music.

Are there several things you need to do regularly? Check voicemail, email, write articles. Then write down a routine on a post-it where you can see it first thing in the morning or on your computer.

Keep track of your time. Now, when I have several items that all need taken care of, I use my timer. I set it for 15 minutes and work each task as diligently as possible. If I need to do housework, I do the same thing. It’s amazing how fast work can get done when you focus for just 15 minutes.

Stick to a schedule that is realistic. Having an alloted time for every task is important for many reasons. Try to stick to it but be flexible. Life happens. If setting a timer helps you than use it. This will keep you focused and remind you to not procrastinate. Work hard now, so you play hard later!

Implement some of these tools and I guarantee you will be working your business with a clear head.