Here's how you can meet tight deadlines as a sports manager using time-saving techniques.

Some other tips: - define tasks requiring immediate action - separate them from less urgent tasks - think on how each task affects team performance, goals, and overall success - which of them directly contribute to wins, player development, or fan engagement? - which tasks move the needle for your team’s success? - focus on impactful actions!

I began by using the Eisenhower Box, a tool that categorizes tasks based on urgency and importance. This helped me sort our activities into four groups: urgent and important, important but not urgent, urgent but not important, and neither urgent nor important. For instance, preparing game strategies and addressing player injuries were classified as urgent and important. These tasks took precedence because they directly impacted our performance and deadlines. On the other hand, long-term player development and administrative paperwork, while important, were not urgent and could be scheduled for later. This method allowed us to focus on what truly mattered, ensuring that our efforts were productive rather than just busy.

I realized the need to delegate tasks based on the strengths of my staff. For example, I had an assistant coach with exceptional organizational skills. I assigned him the responsibility of managing travel arrangements and equipment inventory. This not only played to his strengths but also ensured that these tasks were handled meticulously. Another assistant excelled at analyzing game footage. I delegated the task of video analysis to him, allowing us to gain deeper insights into our performance and opponents. This freed up my time to focus on strategic planning and individualized player development.

Time blocking is a powerful technique for managing your schedule ⏰. Allocate specific time slots for different tasks throughout the day, focusing on one activity at a time. This helps minimize distractions and increases concentration, allowing you to complete tasks more efficiently. Combining this with techniques like the Pomodoro Technique, where you work in focused bursts with short breaks in between, can further enhance productivity. Learn more about time management with the Legia Sport Business Programme - it offers a special block dedicated to event management under the time pressure called 'The Battle Clock'. Find out more at: sbp.legia.com