It is a fact that we are busier than we have ever been. Thanks to advances in communication we can be reached on multiple channels at any time of day. The expectations have also changed so that if we do get an e-mail that is “urgent” it needs to be taken care of no matter where you are or what you are doing. The good news is we are more productive as well. The bad news is we are all stressed out. We feel like we can’t spare any time to wait for anything. The truth is you are going to have to wait for some things in life, and, usually, all of the best things are worth waiting for. So what do you do while you are waiting? You don’t want to just stand around twiddling your thumbs. I came up with a few ways to wait without wasting time.

The first thing you can do is to make sure you are always carrying a good book. It can be a hard copy or an audio book or even keep it on your kindle, but make sure you have access to knowledge. You are never wasting time if you are learning. Think of it as an investment. With that knowledge you will be able to do something you have always wanted to do, be better at your job, or get your creative juices flowing. Even reading fiction can help to refresh and stimulate the create side of your brain.

I will be posting more tips throughout the week to help YOU get the most out of your time.  I welcome you to share your tips and comments with me on Facebook and Twitter.