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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jun 23, 2021

A new series on how busy lawyers can find more work-life balance is running in Above the Law. In the first installment, Paragon Legal offers three time management tips. (1) Do a time audit. This involves keeping a log of how you use your time on a random day. For each activity, note how you felt about it; whether it was productive, fun or purposeful; if it made you stressed or unhappy; whether you could spend less time on it in the future; and what you could do to make it more fun or less stressful. (2) Schedule at least one hour every day of “focused time.” This is time when you block out distractions and focus on an important task. Be disciplined about guarding this time! (3) Use to-do lists. A simple to-do list can help you set priorities for the day and stay on track. Keep your list short and sweet (three to six tasks per day) and keep it visible during the day so priorities stay top-of-mind. Watch for more tips next week!