If you write down everything you do in a day, you'll realize how much time is wasted on trivial activities.

Wasted time is a concept that can be reframed; it occurs when you're not present in the moment, distracted by thoughts of the past or future, rather than fully engaging with what is happening.

Timeboxing helps you be mindful of how long to spend on any given problem, ensuring you don't waste time on unproductive efforts.

Sometimes the things you think are not a good use of time can turn out to be valuable, while things you think are great uses of time may not be.

Most of the time wasted is spent on devices like computers and phones, which distract us from our goals.

To effectively manage your time as a new manager, conduct a calendar audit to track how much time you spend on various tasks, including management, and optimize your focus accordingly.

To ensure you're prioritizing the right tasks, keep a detailed journal of your daily activities, noting the impact of each task on your primary KPI. This will help you identify low-value work that may be creeping into your schedule.

It's easy to spend a decade being busy and stressed without making real progress, often getting caught up in urgent but unimportant tasks.

Time is not free; every decision we make has an opportunity cost. We need to be mindful of how we spend our time and ensure it aligns with our strategic goals.