I feel overwhelmed with all of the tasks I have been assigned at work. "How can I ensure that I am meeting everyone's expectations?" asks Tamara.

Tamara this is a great question.

At a time when many people are being asked to do more with less, feeling overwhelmed is a natural feeling.

Talk to your manager to gain clarity on top priorities and seek coaching on how to handle interruptions and assignments that compete with agreed priorities.

Take personal responsibility and look for productivity improvements that you can make. It has been estimated that each of us wastes at least one hour each day at work. Identify your time wasting activities and make a plan to improve your productivity.

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