Batching tasks is truly crucial during our busy workload as surgeons.
I've found it incredibly productive, helping me achieve a more organized day with less pressure.
Here’s what I do 👇( every surgeon should try this; it will be life-changing for you.)
1. Pre-Operation Preparation:
When I have a theatre list, I start early by seeing the patients, obtaining their consents, and drafting the operative notes. This preparation ensures that everything is ready while I am busy between operations, making the whole process stress-free.
2. Clinic Management:
In the clinic, I see all the patients first and quickly write in their notes, documenting the diagnosis and plan. After clearing all the patients, I dictate the clinic letters from the notes all at once. This way of batching similar tasks together has been very effective and significantly reduces tension.
3. General Task Batching:
I apply the same concept to every aspect of my workload. By batching similar tasks together, your mind will become more efficient at completing them in less time. For example, I set specific times for replying to emails and writing necessary letters or any written content.
👉I also use this method for creating my online content and writing my newsletter.
I allocate a specific time to write all my content for the whole week and schedule it, so I don’t have to worry about it during my busy week as a surgeon.
You have to effectively start applying batching tasks to your daily jobs. It is truly life-changing.
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