In a previous article I discussed Time Liabilities
and how they can consume time unnecessarily. At the end of the article,
I suggested my readers replace Time Liabilities with Time Assets.
Some of you may still be looking for that perfect gift to give friends
and loved ones. Consider giving them a Time Asset to help make their
work more enjoyable or productive.
Here are some of the best Time Assets I am currently using and have
used through the last year. These items have helped me gain more time
and focus more time on my most profitable activities:
- Logitech VX Revolution Cordless Laser Mouse
– This was given as a gift to me by a client a couple of years ago.
Since then, I have bought a second VX: one for my desk and one for my
briefcase. The performance laser does not require a mouse pad which
allows me to use it in any situation, such sitting on a couch or even
in my car. It sits perfectly to the contour of my hand.
Time savings: faster use of computer both at desk and away from desk. - Sennheiser PX100 Headphones
– These inexpensive headphones have some of the best reviews on the
market and are an incredibly good value for the price. They provide
excellent sound clarity. My PX100’s fold up quickly and neatly in my
briefcase which makes them perfect for traveling. Time savings: ability to quickly and privately listen to audio anywhere. - Logitech Cordless Wave Keyboard
– Not only is this keyboard extremely comfortable due to an innovative,
ergonomic design, it is also extremely quiet. It has a smart array of
quick buttons to programs any actions that I use often. The design is
also intelligent for daily use; for instance, it has an extra-large
Delete key and places the Insert button away from where my hands will
bump it. (While this keyboard comes with a mouse, I stick with my VX
mouse, instead.) Time savings: faster typing and reduced hand and wrist strain. - theBoom “O” Headset
– Simply put, this is the best noise-canceling headset on the market. I
ran several thorough tests with this headset and found it cuts out
absolutely all outside noise, from chatter, to wind, to huge dump
trucks rolling by. I use this headset in many situations, from
recording audio on my computer to talking on my cell phone. (Be sure to
buy adapters that work for your particular phone or computer.) Time savings: reduced call times and more efficient calls due to sound clarity. - LG 24-in. Widescreen Monitor
– My laptop is my primary computer and I dock it and work every day on
this monitor. The colors are crisp and clear from every single angle.
It provides a lot of real estate for handling multiple windows. Someday
I may get two of these monitors, but at the moment I see no need.
Twenty-four inches provides so much space that having this LG is almost
like having two vertical monitors. Time savings: reduced eyestrain, more screen real-estate and an overall more comfortable workday.
