Happy August!
To support you in being F.I.R.S.T. (Future-Ready. Innovative. Relevant. Strategic. Trusted.), here’s 1 tip and 1 quote.
The F.I.R.S.T. Tip
Most of us don’t plan to feel overwhelmed.
But take a look at your calendar right now… does it reflect what matters to you?
With a constant influx of meetings, notifications, deadlines, and requests, it’s easy to manage everyone else’s priorities and lose sight of your own.
Your calendar is not just a time management tool, it is also a reflection of your choices.
If we are not intentional, our days often fill up with urgent tasks instead of what’s truly important.
You might be wondering:
– Why do I never have time for that big idea?
– Why do I feel busy but not productive?
– When was the last time I made space to think, recharge, or grow?
You are not alone.
The good news? A few small changes can help you reclaim your time and energy.
3 practical shifts you can try this week:
1. Run a Weekly Priority Check
Before your week begins, write down your top 3 priorities (work and life). Ask: Do they appear in my calendar? If not, reschedule, block time, or say no to something else.
2. Create Protected Time for Deep Work
Block 60–90 minutes each week for thinking, planning, or pursuing a personal goal. Label this time clearly. No guilt, no apologies. Just time to invest in you.
3. Audit One Meeting or Task This Week.
Ask: Is this still necessary? Could it be shortened, delegated, or replaced with a quick update instead of a meeting?
Your time is valuable and you can choose how to spend it.
A calendar that reflects your priorities doesn’t just reduce stress; it give you clarity, momentum and confidence.
Here’s a challenge for the week ahead:
👉 Look at your calendar.
Does it align with the life and work you want to create? If not, this is your chance to make one small, meaningful shift. Choose one action this week and notice how it impacts your clarity and energy.
Looking to bring this mindset into your team or organisation?
Turn Small Actions into Real Results
At Influence Solutions, we partner with forward-looking and strategic organisations to help their leaders and teams:
- Focus on priorities that drive results
- Build habits that foster clarity, confidence and collaboration
- Reduce overwhelm and low-value activities
- Create a high-trust, high-performing culture
Whether you’re looking to empower individuals or transform behaviours, our experiential workshops equip your people with tools they can apply immediately with measurable impact.
Let’s explore how we can support your organisation.
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The F.I.R.S.T. Quote
