Stressed out and no time to find time? No really, I'm not a genius, it's just a wild guess. Let's see, between, work, family, friends and other obligations your lack of time is a top priority - if you can ever get to it. According to an April 2006 article in
,"putting up your dukes" is a first step to getting your frustrations out. Of course the reference pertains to sparring a few rounds in the Boxing Ring as a way to relieve tension. You'll have to fit that into your schedule though. It's a great idea - don't hit me - you just need to find a way to utilize the time you have more effectively.
There are no secrets on how to stretch the intangible - time. Although tangible solutions, such as the use of technology tools, are gaining steam. According to a July 2006 article in , a Gartner Inc. study showed that substantial growth in teleworking is partly due to employees wanting to be more effective and achieve a better work-life balance. Fortunately technology tools have made it easier to manage remote workers. Businesses who are utilizing these tools reap the reward of happier employees as well as aid in reducing impact on the environment.
In 2005, of 135.4 million workers, 45.1 million worked from home and many worked from other locations such as satellite offices, client offices, or their car. It appears, "life is finding a way" to find time. Not so fast, the other side of that flower, is the weed screaming "you are too connected". However, on those days when you can't get into the office, having remote access to your work pc from home is incredibly useful. Also, time constraints are making it difficult for people to get together for regular meetings, so scheduling meetings online is a viable alternative more and more people are using.
Ultimately only you can decide if tools such as remotely accessing your pc or web conferencing will help you win the time battle. The concept of working from home on your office pc, with a coffee, in your track suit, may be just what you need to unwind. You're not dressed-up and have nothing but time - for that moment.
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