170. Realistic Time Management for Hybrid Working

Welcome to the first in our 4-part series looking at Maximising Hybrid Working. With nearly 50% of workers working in some kind of hybrid pattern, the trial period is now over. With hot topics such as life/work balance, handling workload, avoiding burnout and creating an engaged workforce, now is a good time to check in on any temporary  workarounds, before they become permanent fixed habits.  We discuss the top challenges to watch out for and how important it is to shift from idealistic, to realistic plans for what can be achieved in a hybrid working day.We share our brand new SECURE set of top time management tips for hybrid working:Set clear expectations for the day/week aheadEstablish a good routineCommunicate in advanceUse tech wisely (email is your tool to use, not the other way round)Regularly review what you are doing Empower yourself to set boundaries that work for youA useful listen to check in with our own habits, plus practical tips for sharing with othersCurious? Check out our other relevant episodes:Ep. 37 Reducing Pressure, Overwork and Overwhelm  - with Lindsey Thompson-WrightEp. 89 Finding the Time to be Proactive133. Book Club: 4000 Weeks - a Wake-Up Call for Time ManagementEp. 138 Restoring Life/Work Boundaries -with Jim The Coach Guy