More to Do

My rule always was to do the business of the day in the day. 
- The Duke of Wellington

Since there is always more to do, much depends upon how we define the "business of the day." We need to have reserves of time to compensate for the 30 minute meeting which becomes two hours and the three minute phone call which produces a cadre of calls. 

Basic rule: Do the most important thing, then do the next, and block out time for thinking.

In order to do that, it is crucial to remain calm and know your real priorities. 

Time is rarely wasted by doing nothing. Doing so would be honest. Instead, we indulge in endeavors which are unproductive.