As leaders climb the ranks and take on more responsibilities, it becomes increasingly challenging to determine if they're focusing their limited time on what truly matters. This question often arises in coaching conversations, and it's a crucial aspect of effective leadership.

In this episode of The Manager Track podcast, Ramona Shaw discusses the factors to consider in how we spend our time, and the common pitfalls to avoid that distract our focus from what matters most.

Ramona explores several ways leaders often misallocate their time. She also provides practical strategies for shifting your focus to high-value activities while ensuring other necessary tasks are still accomplished.

Ramona also touches on how leaders might inadvertently waste their employees' time, offering insights to create a more productive work environment for everyone.

If you've ever questioned whether you're making the most of your time as a leader or want to improve your ability to focus on what truly matters, this episode is for you.

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- Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11

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— OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE —

- Episode 113 - Time Management is Pain Management

- Episode 156 - Beyond Busy: Digging into the Real Reasons for Time Management Struggles

— WHAT’S NEXT? —

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Spending Your Time on the Right Things

The Manager Track

Spending Your Time on the Right Things