Owning and operating a small business is not for the faint of heart; you’re constantly juggling multiple ongoing tasks, coordinating projects, working with clients and vendors and everything has a timeline. How do you effectively manage your time? Don’t worry, we here at EZ Bizzy have your back with some tips to keep you productive when tasks pile up. 

1. Write down your tasks
   If you’re having a tough time remembering what emails to write, what deadlines you have or when your next appointment is, make a note! Whether it’s a simple “to do” item in your EZ Bizzy task list or a calendar invite, the most important thing you can do to remember something is to write it down. Simple, but effective.

   
   

2. Prioritize your tasks

   Not all tasks are created equally! Determine how urgent each task is and prioritize based on importance, due date and impact on your business. Less important tasks can wait until you have more free time, as long as they do not need to be completed soon.

   
   

3. Use automation for repetitive tasks

   In 2023 we learned that AI could solve a multitude of problems quickly, especially when it comes to simple tasks. AI isn’t just for enterprise companies and big businesses. There are countless ways that you can use artificial intelligence, even in your small business. 

   For example, do you find yourself falling behind when it comes to creating and sending your clients invoices?

   Bizzy, the custom AI built for small businesses, can help you quickly identify new customers who need invoicing! Just ask Bizzy for help and start getting more work done, without the headache.

   
   

4. Single-tasking vs Multitasking

   While multitasking might seem efficient, it often leads to more mistakes and less productivity. Instead, focus on one task at a time, giving it your full attention before moving on to the next. This will help you excel without spreading your efforts across too many tasks at the same time.

   
   

5. Hire external help

   You might be running a business entirely by yourself, but that doesn’t mean that you have to do everything alone. When projects pile up and you feel like you’re taking on more than you can handle, it might be a good time to hire a one-time EZ Expert to get you caught up. Whether it’s a graphic designer, legal specialist, business coach or a digital marketer, you can find just the right person to help you out for short-term or long-term projects, without hiring a full-time employee.

Time management for small business owners is a continuous balancing act, but with the right strategies and tools it's possible to take back control of your workload rather than letting it control you. And don’t forget, EZ Bizzy is here to help!