The Power of Efficiency
Overview
Most people wish they had more time in the day, especially those in public practice. Being a CPA in public practice is unique as practitioners have to juggle client priorities, complete engagements, deal with staff and meet deadlines that are not their own. It is easy to get to the end of the day and wonder where the time went. That is where the power of efficiency comes in.
This verifiable CPD session covers a variety of ideas on increasing productivity with a specific focus on those in public practice. Participants will learn how to establish routines, set goals, create an efficient environment and use planning tools to maximize their personal productivity.
Through exploration of relevant concepts, illustrative examples and guidance on practical application, the session will help participants organize themselves and find those hidden moments of time.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the session participants will be able to:
- Create the right environment
- Organize physical and virtual workspaces for maximum efficiency
- Set and evaluate SMART goals
- Use routines to maximize productivity
- Understand scheduling tools to make the most of time
- Implement actions to accomplish tasks
- Stay on top of to-do lists
- Start new tasks and projects on the right foot
- Take back time from unimportant distractions
- Appreciate why one procrastinates and learn tips on how to beat procrastination
Course Content
Module 01
Set the right environment to tackle priorities
Module 02
Goals: preparing, prioritizing and action planning
Module 03
The power of routines to keep yourself on track
Module 04
Increase efficiency and address and overcome procrastination
Module 05
Review of key points and action planning
Module 06
Course material: Course slides & Links to relevant articles