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Doing Important Work - 63

Nov 7, 2017

Maintaining Focus and Doing the Things that are Important

Time management is an area where most sales professionals struggle.  Everyone has the same number of hours in a day - 24.  What we do with these hours is up to us.  One way to make the most out of every day is to prioritize and execute.  

This week on the Catalyst Sale Podcast we revisit the importance of doing the important things, and not falling into the trap of urgency driven by others.  

Questions Addressed

  • How do you work on what's "Important", not "Urgent"?
  • When you ask others for something, do you set expectations?
  • How often do you revisit your priorities?
  • How do you keep track of success?
  • Are you allowing yourself to be managed by others?
  • Are you working toward your objectives or theirs?

Key Takeaways

  • Don't be a Washing Machine
  • It's hard to say No, but you need to learn how to do this with grace or you will find your day consumed with the priorities of others
  • Identify your spectrum of what's important to you.  (Mind, Body, Family, Work are the categories Simmons uses - Examples follow)
    • Mind - Meditation
    • Body - 90 minutes of activity per day
    • Family - Relationships
    • Work - Product Development
  • Make the impact that only you can make

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In every business, in every opportunity, there is someone who can help you navigate the internal challenges and close the deal.  There is a Catalyst.  We integrate process (Catalyst Sale Process), technology and people, with the purpose of accelerating revenue. Our thoughtful approach minimizes false starts that are common in emerging markets and high-growth environments. We continue to evolve our practice based on customer needs and emerging technology. We care about a thinking process that enables results versus a process that tells people what to do.  

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