8 Calendar Mistakes to Avoid (for busy people)!

Efficiency Tips for Busy Professionals

Introduction

• Discussed alternative time management methods for those with full-time jobs and side projects.
• Focuseson the Highlight Method from the book "Make Time."

Daily Planning

• Highlight Method: Choose one task to focus on each day.
• Three guiding questions for choosing the highlight:
  1. What's the most pressing thing I've done today?
  2. Which highlight will bring the most satisfaction at the day's end?
  3. What will bring the most joy?

Google Calendar Tips

• Use quick commands like cal.new to create events.
• Use app launchers for quicker event creation.
• Attach documents directly to events in Google Calendar and Docs.

Email and Calendar Integration

• Create events and offer multiple time slots via Gmail.
• Tailor calendar settings, such as custom views and guest permissions.

Time Management and Reminders

• Filter and label important email notifications for follow-up actions.
• Avoid relying solely on memory by using checklists for recurring tasks.
• Enable email notifications for important reminders.

Meeting Management

• Conduct a "recurring meeting audit" to evaluate the necessity and frequency of meetings.
• Use a template to track meeting time and determine areas for time-saving adjustments.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to explore further productivity tips provided in videos and newsletters.