Is 24 hours still not enough? Here’s advice on how you can manage your time more properly!

Fridays: Mindfulness by Miles FROM THE DESK OF MILES EVERSON: Happy Friday, everyone! Welcome to “Mindfulness by Miles!” I’m excited to share with you another important life hack. Hopefully, you’ll find it interesting and useful in boosting your career and your overall well-being. For today’s article, I’ll specifically talk about the importance of being organized. Continue reading to know the benefits of keeping things in order in both your career and personal life. CEO, MBO Partners Chairman of the Advisory Board, The I Institute

Is 24 hours still not enough? Here’s advice on how you can manage your time more properly! Have you ever felt like there just aren't enough hours in your day to get everything done? Whether it's about work, family, friends, or other personal commitments, there are just lots you need to do and it's making you overwhelmed and stressed out. What if I tell you that BEING ORGANIZED can help? Yes, you read that right! Being organized in both your work life and personal life will help you manage your time more effectively so you can reduce your stress and achieve your goals. Why Organization Matters There are many reasons why being organized is important. These include: Time Management: Being organized allows you to manage your time more effectively. When you have a clear idea of what needs to be done and when, you can prioritize your tasks and work more efficiently. Reduced Stress and Improved Health: When you're disorganized, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed out. On the other hand, being organized gives you a sense of control over your workload, which can then lessen your stress and anxiety, and boost your overall well-being. Increased Productivity: When you're organized, you can work more efficiently and get more tasks done in less time. This can help you be more productive and achieve success in both your work life and personal life. Let’s dive deeper into this topic. Personally, as someone who’s been leading and managing various teams in the business and consulting industry for many years now, I’ve seen how having this skill is helpful for any individual professional in the long run. I can attest to the amazing benefits of being organized at work, such as: Meeting Deadlines: When you're organized, you better manage your workload and meet deadlines more effectively. This makes you more reliable in the eyes of your colleagues and supervisors. Better Communication: Being organized helps you communicate better in the workplace. When you have a clear idea of what needs to be done and when, you can provide that information more clearly to your team and avoid misunderstandings. Career Advancement: Being organized can help you stand out at work and boost your career. Think about this: When you're reliable and efficient, your supervisors and colleagues will more likely recognize your skills and potential. Improved Focus: When you're organized, you can focus better on the task at hand, making you more productive and able to produce high quality outputs. It's also important to take note that being organized is not only necessary at work but also in your personal life. In my experience, having a clear work structure and timeline, and knowing my priorities help me strike a balance between my roles and responsibilities in the workplace and at home. Here are 3 reasons why: Keeping my schedule organized lets me better manage my time and prioritize my personal commitments. This helps me achieve a better work life and personal life balance. Being organized enables me to handle my personal relationships more effectively. Spending quality time with my family and friends helps me earn their trust and respect. Keeping my things organized reduces the clutter that easily affects my mood throughout the day. This also lets me create a more peaceful and relaxing environment at home and at work. See the benefits of having an organized lifestyle? There are still lots of things that I can say but listing all of them down will result in a super looooong article for today's issue. Anyway, I hope you find the key points I mentioned above helpful in kickstarting an organized schedule and environment if you haven't yet! For those of you who are not naturally organized, don't worry. It's a skill you can learn with the help of some tips and tricks. Example: Making a to-do list and using a planner can help you stay organized and on track. Remember: Being organized is not always easy, but it is essential for managing your time effectively, reducing your stress, increasing your productivity, improving your health, and achieving your goals. So, why not give it a try? Start enhancing your organizational skills now and your future self will thank you for it!