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Everyone gets the same 24 hours in a day, but some people seem to have a strong grasp on how to work more efficiently to get things done. What's the difference between those who tackle their to-do lists with time to spare and those who always seem to lag behind? Essentially, it comes down to time management, and in theory, if we get more done in a day, we'll be more profitable, have more time to enjoy with our family and pursue hobbies outside of work, and will feel less stressed and overwhelmed.
So what's the secret? B. Lynn Gordon for South Dakota State University's iGrow offers five tips on time management for livestock producers. Here are the highlights from her list of tips:
1. Prioritize your responsibilities
Gordon writes, "Do you say, "I don't have time' because you think you don't have time available? Is this truly the case? Or could you be letting other issues creep in and take away your extra time? Without prioritizing tasks you may end up doing a task...