How can I as a startup entrepreneur effectively manage my time?
January 1, 2023 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Martina Köhler
Dear tax advisor,
I am on the verge of starting my own business and I am aware that effective time management will play a crucial role in my success. Currently, I am still working full-time and planning to become self-employed in the next few months. As I already notice how limited my time is, I am worried about how I will manage to effectively complete my tasks as a founder.
As an employee, I am used to having clear working hours and planning my tasks accordingly. However, as a self-employed individual, I will be faced with a variety of new challenges that require structured time management. I have already thought about creating a schedule and setting priorities, but I am unsure if that will be sufficient.
I fear that I could easily get distracted or neglect important tasks if I do not effectively manage my time. Therefore, I am wondering what specific measures I can take to make optimal use of my time and successfully navigate my daily work as a founder.
Can you give me tips on how to effectively allocate my time and which tools could assist me with this? Are there proven methods or strategies that I can apply to increase my productivity and improve my time management skills?
I appreciate your support in advance and look forward to benefiting from your experiences and advice.
Sincerely,
Christian Schreiber
Dear Mr. Schreiber,
Thank you for your question regarding effective time management as an entrepreneur. It is understandable that you are thinking about how to optimally use your time to ensure the success of your business. Good time management is indeed crucial for the success of a start-up, especially if you are also working full-time.
To effectively utilize your time, I recommend creating a detailed schedule. Set clear goals and priorities for each week and plan your tasks accordingly. It can be helpful to divide your time into blocks, for example for strategic planning, client meetings, administrative tasks, and so on. This way, you can keep track of your tasks and approach them systematically.
Furthermore, it is important to set fixed working hours and stick to them consistently. Try to minimize distractions and focus fully on your tasks. If possible, create your own workspace where you can work undisturbed.
There are also various tools and methods that can help you with effective time management. For example, there are time management apps and software like Trello, Asana, or Todoist, which can help you organize and manage your tasks. The Pomodoro technique, where you alternate work blocks with short breaks, can also help you work more productively.
Lastly, it is important to take regular breaks and allow yourself time for rest and relaxation. Only by adequately resting can you remain productive in the long run.
I hope these tips help you in effectively managing your time and successfully navigating your daily work as an entrepreneur. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to me.
Best regards,
Martina Köhler
