Organized Workdays with Leslie Shreve’s Expert Task Management Tips
Today, we dive into the world of productivity and task management with our special guest, Leslie Shreve, a renowned expert with over 20 years of experience. Leslie, the creator of the Taskology system, shares her insights on effective task management, proactive task selection, and streamlined processes that recover time and enhance productivity.
In this episode, Leslie discusses the importance of a clear system to prevent mental clutter and distractions, techniques for achieving inbox zero, and tips for managing emails and tasks efficiently. We explore the balance between efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity while addressing common workplace distractions and the inefficiency of traditional to-do lists.
Leslie emphasizes the need for a centralized digital task list and a tool-agnostic approach to streamline task management. We also discuss the pitfalls of complex productivity tools and the preference for simpler systems tailored to individual needs.
Stay tuned as we uncover methods to improve information, email, and task management and learn strategies for better time management. Plus, hear about Leslie's resources, including her book "Taskology," a productivity quiz, and the "Smart Steps" series. Join us for this insightful conversation aimed at transforming your productivity and workday efficiency.
Enjoy the episode!
YouTube: https://youtu.be/geuNN_xmBCw
Show Notes: TheSocialChameleon.Show/Leslie-Shreve
You can listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Castbox, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Audible, Substack, or your favorite podcast platform.
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📚 Timestamped Overview 00:00 Leslie Shreve Introduction and Background.
01:12 Leslie shares thoughts on being effective, efficient, and productive.
03:28 Passion affects time management and job satisfaction.
09:06 Unique methodology ensures continuous productive time blocking.
12:04 Task management enables steady progress and success.
15:19 People organize tasks using diverse tools daily.
17:14 Focus on today's tasks; future tasks categorized.
21:09 Microsoft Outlook offers comprehensive management tools.
25:31 New Outlook lacks features relies on AI.
29:19 Information management hides productivity in your Workday.
31:31 Organize tasks centrally and prioritize actions.
33:53 Task management inefficiencies lead to lost productivity.
38:19 Process emails promptly; delete or archive unnecessary.
41:46 Use email for groups; call for clarity.
43:32 Update task with LVM/SEM note and date.
46:30 Take the quiz to discover your productivity blind spot.
49:21 Join, implement, share, and
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