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I'm too busy - RescueTime saves the day (and hours)

Where does the time go?  Time management is much more complicated than during the pre-Internet era.  Slipping from the Internet to the brick and mortar and back again in a flash can make even the most organized and disciplined person become distracted and unproductive.

The very software that was meant to save time soon becomes an obsession to conquer and the media hype is saying: "Do more social media" or "Get another badge".  

You can track time the old fashioned way.  Grab a yellow pad, record activities every 15 minutes and over the course of one week a pattern emerges.

Instead of doing it the hard way, use a tool like RescueTime.com.

Topics: Time Management Free Software

Guide to Small Business Marketing Budgets

How much of a small business marketing budget is too much? Too little? Small business owners often are confused about whether their marketing efforts are a money pit or will grow their business. We explore small business marketing budgets, what business owners want, and where they're going.

Topics: Marketing Statistics Marketing Budget Marketing Plan