>> Too Many Tasks and Responsibilities -- And Not Enough Time to Do Them

At times everyone feels like the Mad Hatter in Lewis Carroll's Through the Looking Glass. He or she seems to be running from one place to another with little purpose. Here is what participants recommend:

	Make lists and prioritize tasks.
	Clarify expectations with your boss. Did she mean for you to take on a new assignment?
	Try to handle daily interruptions. Avoid letting them derail more important work.
	Delegate tasks to others when possible.
	Create a schedule that lets you complete your work while leaving some leeway for normal interruptions.
	Block out time on your calendar that allows you to get your work done. This keeps others from scheduling you for meetings during time you need to complete your assigned work.
	Separate friendship from business during work hours. Tell friends who call that you're busy and will call back to them later. If the friends are co-workers who drop in for a chat, offer to meet for lunch at a time when your workload is a little freer.
	Work from home a few days each week.
	Keep one appointment source. Avoid having multiple calendars to prevent over-booking yourself.