Aftermarket Insider Issue 78 - (Page 11)

balanCe Although the changing leaves and cooler temperatures are often a welcome change, fall can be a busy time of year for many people. The start of the school year, extra-curricular activities, pending work deadlines and social responsibilities can be added stressors in already crowded schedules. Here are some tips to help achieve balance and stay healthy with a busy lifestyle. toolbox INSIDER VolUME 78 5 Steps to Balance a Busy Schedule Understand that balance is not necessarily having as much free time as possible so that we do not have to work. It is also not the idea of spending an equal amount of time in each part of our lives. Balance is when we are able to spend time on what is necessary to be happy (i.e., spend time with family, go to the beach, etc.), while at the same time making time for what is necessary to survive (i.e., earn money for food, pay bills, etc.). If we are balanced we will spend our time in such a way where we do not feel deprived of either happiness or our basic survival needs. set aside an “hour of Power” each week. Simply set aside an hour each week that you will work on planning your schedule. During that time you will figure out exactly how everything will fit together. This will prevent you from double booking and forgetting important events. have a written schedule that is accessible. Write your schedule in a planner, on your computer, a wall calendar or a sheet of paper. The important thing is that you keep it in a place that allows you to see it regularly. AFTERMARKET INSIDER | VOLUME 78 | 11

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Aftermarket Insider Issue 78

Aftermarket Insider Issue 78
Contents
President’s Message
Association News
AAPEX 2012
Company Profile
Member Profile
Toolbox
Government Affairs
Technology Update
Executive Perspective
Association News
Market Intelligence

Aftermarket Insider Issue 78