The Time Trap [Hardcover]

Since it was first published, The Time Trap, by internationally known authority Alec Mackenzie, has indeed become The Classic Book on Time Management, as proclaimed in its subtitle. Based on the theory that self-management is the key to handling the time crunch that we all face, it focuses primarily on Mackenzie's 20 biggest time wasters, such as telephone interruptions, the inability to say "no," and personal disorganization, and offers clear step-by-step ways to combat them. The updated third edition also includes information on time problems caused by technology, downsizing, and self-employment. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

One of the all-time bestselling books on time management, <I>The Time Trap</I> has shown countless readers how to squeeze the optimal efficiency - and satisfaction - out of their work day. Based on decades of research with businesspeople around the world, <I>The Time Trap</I> shows readers how to: <BR> <BR> * avoid so-called "time savers" that don't really work <BR> * set realistic goals and make commitments they can keep <BR> * juggle multiple demands <BR> * estimate time needed on new tasks <BR> * pinpoint and combat the most tenacious time-wasters <BR> * protect their priorities <BR> * upgrade personal productivity for professional success <BR> <BR> Filled with smart tactics, revealing interviews, and handy time management tools, the fourth edition has been extensively revised to include technology-based solutions to the challenges and opportunities we all face in the virtual world. For those who feel swamped by work and overwhelmed by information, this is the proven guide they need to geteverything under control. <BR> --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

<I>Alec Mackenzie</I> was an internationally known speaker, consultant, and expert on time management. <BR> <I>Pat Nickerson</I> (San Diego, CA), founder and president of EBI, Inc., is the author of <I>Managing Multiple Bosses</I> (978-08144-7025-1). A corporate trainer, she has trained more than 180,000 managers and professionals in time management. <BR> --This text refers to the Paperback edition.