A key component of a true executive and leader is to be able to manage time effectively. Being constantly late and rushed projects a very poor image. It indicates a lack of organizational ability.

Stephen Covey has a program called “Focus” which provides time management skills. One major tip is to plan only 75% of your day. That leaves room for dealing with the unexpected. It is understood that as you gain additional responsibilities and more prestigious titles, that time becomes more important than money.

So, when you complete what you have prioritized for the day, and no emergencies have popped up, refrain from adding more to do’s to your day. Instead, use the extra time for strategic planning.

When you can do this consistently, you will be managing your time effectively.

In the spirit of being green, re gifting can work when you give to someone not in the same circle of friends or business. A gift can be re-gifted if it is less than six months old, does not have an expiration date (like food and wine) and has never been used.  However, the most important thing is that the person who receives the gift will know its value and use it.