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jcbilling:
Hi everyone -

It's been awhile since I've been here - been a bit crazy, but I won't complain - I like it busy :)

Which brings me to my dilemma - I can't seem to get everything done that needs to be done. In addition to adding more staff, I'm trying to better manage my time and eliminate time wasters.

Does anyone have suggestions or simple practices that they have implemented in their work schedule / work flow that have helped to get more out of the day.

I thought about signing up for an organizing / time management class? Any suggestions?

Thanks so much!

dfranklin:
I definately understand. I am in the same boat.  Just not enough time in the day. Even when you prioritize the hot tasks seem to take all your time let alone trying to get to the warm tasks and forget the lower priority tasks...

I too thought about a time management class but I would much rather hear from those that are in the same profession and have the same work flow and needs to manage.  If there is anyone that can provide help for us that would be great!

Michele:
Prioritizing is key, and managing your time, not letting your time manage you.  Make sure you always have a list of what needs to be done.  The list will be constantly changing, things getting done, things being added.  I use a notebook/calender.  Write down everything that needs to be done, including simple phone calls.  Then prioritize what is most important.  I use a 3 star system.  3 stars is urgent, no stars is not so urgent.  I also write the initials of the days of the week for what day I need to do it on.  When something is done, I highlight it so I can still see it.  If something is eliminated, I cross it off.  Sometimes I go as far as to color code my highlighting by days.  I also divide the page in two (2/3 on the side with things to do).  The other side, (1/3) I write things I need to be aware of, or keep track of, but not that something needs to be done with.  For example, I sent a paper to Dr. X to be signed and I'm waiting for him to return it.  I don't need to do anything, but I don't want to forget it.

The bottom line is you need to be in control, and you need to decide what you need to do.  Your not a fireman, your a businessman.  Fires are better handled and kept under control when you are in control.

Works for me!

Michele

DMK:
Michele,  Doesn't that make you DX 301.4?  ;D  Seriously,  now if you can just tell me how to find something productive to do while I'm on hold with Blue Cross for 30 minutes!!!!

Pay_My_Claims:
You can be entering claims, or posting payments while on hold.

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