5 Time Management Tips For Busy Nonprofit Executives
5 Time Management Tips For Busy Nonprofit Executives
It’s a common feeling among nonprofit fundraising staff that they have more to do than they can get done. There’s so much to do and the work never seems to end. It’s easy to get overwhelmed.
Time management is one of the most important skills that a nonprofit executive can master. Being able to focus on priorities and get things done can make all the difference in raising money.
Here are 5 tips for effectively managing your time:
1. Know yourself and when you are most productive. Schedule your intensive thinking projects for the time of day when you are most alert.
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2. Make a list of all the tasks you need to get done and prioritize them. Focus on the most important things first each day. You’ll likely feel jazzed when you get them done and more energized to take on the next task.
3. Allow time for interruptions in your day. When a donor visits or a news reporter calls you for an interview, you want to be able to respond to them without feeling pinched for time.
4. Say “no” to nonessential tasks or activities that don’t help you raise money. Consider carefully before you take on additional work. Also be careful about agreeing to serve on committees that won’t be a good use of your time.
5. Delegate. Only do those things that you should be doing and delegate everything else. If you have no one to delegate to, recruit a volunteer or an intern to help you.
When you can effectively manage your time, you’ll find that you are less stressed and more confident about your work. And ultimately, you’ll be better at getting your work done.
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Sandy Rees is a nonprofit fundraising coach and speaker who shows small nonprofit organizations how to raise more money, gain more supporters, and strengthen their Boards.
(c) Sandy Rees, CFRE
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