Time Traps: Proven Strategies For Swamped Salespeople

by Todd Duncan

Productivity. It has been a buzz word in the business world for years. But despite our best attempts and countless self-help books, we still fall behind, work late, juggle our schedules, and become swamped. Time Traps addresses the most common misconceptions we have about time and our use of that time in the marketplace. Duncan has proven remedies for universal time troubles, and he shows readers how to set a schedule that works-not just some days but every day. With the principles in Time Traps , salespeople will see a rise in their sales as they experience a drop in their working hours.

Genres: Business, Self Help, Productivity, Nonfiction, Leadership

204 pages, Hardcover

First published January 14, 2005

Reviews

[Jorge]

WHERE DO YOU SPEND YOUR TIME?

The answer may shock you. In fact, as much as 75 percent of the time you spend at work is probably a waste of time. That’s right. 75 percent! If you’re looking to the exploding field of time-management tools for answers, you’re only wasting more time. After all, you can’t manage time. The only thing you can truly manage is what you do with your time.

If you’re ready to propel your career and your life to new heights, Time Traps is the book. And now is the time.

Endorsements:

“Time Traps teaches how balancing your time and using it effectively can get you the freedom you seek.” –Dr. Stephen R. Covey, Author of the international bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

“Todd Duncan knows what it takes to get the most out of a day, and you would be all the wiser for heeding his advice in Time Traps. It’s a career and life-changing book.” –John C. Maxwell, New York Times best-selling author of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership

“Don’t waste another second reading these quotes! Open this book and start learning how to expand your business without sacrificing your life.” –Gary Keller, Author of The Millionaire Real Estate Agent

“Todd Duncan shows you how to use your time rather than abuse it. He’ll teach you to make time an ally to become productive and prosperous. Make time to read this book.” –Mark Sanborn, Author of The Fred Factor and president of Sanborn & Associates, Inc.

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[Mike Ncube · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like that this book includes some practical tips on how to take back your time and be more productive at work. By implementing them the author promises that you’ll not have to spend as many as 80 hours per week and still be as productive and maintain or increase your income. Who wouldn’t want that!

However I feel this is not always practical, especially when you’ve launched a new business and need to get it to a certain level of success. You have to put in the leg work and wear all hats in your business: manager, technician, entrepreneur etc.

But I like some of the concepts in the book like:

- dam unnecessary tasks to control the flow of tasks and activities
- get an assistant if you have to
- limit the number of communication options you give to others. If it’s a real emergency they’ll find you
- don’t give mobile number to customers
- don’t give business contact details to friends and acquaintances

The author mentions that many time management books to go far enough. They focus only on managing time efficiently but not on the important aspects of the value you provide as a professional and charging accordingly. This frees you from working with high maintenance, low returns clients.

[Chris · Rating 2 out of 5]

A mix of the obvious (set priorities, drink less alcohol) and the impossible/improbable (figure out your purpose in life much earlier, somehow remain successful while telling customers and coworkers no a lot). Not much insight here.

[Alison · Rating 4 out of 5]

Greatly motivated me to reorganize my inbox and try the block schedule. I haven't finished this book yet but for me, I need to implement changes slowly over time. I will definitely finish this as I move forward into 2021

[Mark Fallon · Rating 1 out of 5]

A dated dinosaur destined for the dustbin. Want to avoid a time trap? Don't waste any reading this book.

[aida · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Carlos Manalo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great help for you to handle factors that causing your time to be wasted. It's also give some techniques on how to prevent being trapped when you achieve your success.

[Nathan Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful!

[Jim Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book towards the end of my real estate career. I thought so much of it that I created a course to teach it to my REALTORS in my office. I retired before I ever had the privilege of teaching it. I can think of no better book to read and study IF you want to gain control of your time.

Duncan shows you a very easily understood daily practice that (1) organizes your time and (2) frees up more time to conduct those dollar productive activities that will advance your career. This is especially true in the real estate business but applies to all types of businesses. If you follow his guide, you should never again find that you are telling yourself that "there is not enough time to do all that I need to do." The time is there if used wisely and that is what this book is all about.

[Kyle Robins · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book outlines the importance of maximizing your efforts in the things that matter. Eliminate any unnecessary tasks in your schedule, find a way to outsource any necessary tasks, and then spend most of your time on the most important ones that will increase your bottom line. When you have freed up time in your life it is important to use this time for the things that count in life. Health, Relationships, Knowledge/Growth, and Happiness are what will add life to your time. The value of time is measured by the way we spend it. Set such high standards for yourself so that even if you fall short you won't be disappointed with what you've done.

[Denise Hill · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was really encouraged & motivated by the first little bit of this book, but became a bit bored that the chapters were so fluffy, for lack of a better term. He had great ideas, and it's definitely a conversation to be had, but this book could have been more concise.

[Daniel McNaughton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an excellent book to help you get your time and priorities on track. He has some great suggestions about how to organize your work flow. I recommend it.

[Amy Simmy-Sims · Rating 4 out of 5]

It definitely makes you realize how much time is wasted on email, texting and websurfing. I think it made me a little more productive!

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good common sense strategies to manage what we do with our time.

[Jason Potrzeba · Rating 5 out of 5]

"If your memories of the past are greater than your dreams of the future, you're already dead." "Too many people are dying for tomorrow rather than living for today." Want more? Than read this book!

[Kelsey T. Lane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enlightening

Practical and makes sense. Easy to understand but potentially hard to implement...but you know it would work if you had the courage to do it.

[Manoj Balraj]

Recommended to 'anyone who has no time for anything'.
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\nDiscovering good (but not necessarily popular) books is a satisfying experience. This was one of those. And no, its not for just 'swamped' salespeople.