Smart Ways to Get Back Some of Your Precious Time

 There are only so many hours in a day, and it's common to feel like it's just not enough. There's so much to do between various kinds of commitments, and that's before you even think about the time required to take care of yourself. However, rather than try to do everything at once, the best thing to do is often to rethink how you use your time. By working smarter and not harder, you can gain back some of your precious time and use it however you see fit.

Whether you want to save time at work, at home, or in other areas of your life, there are plenty of ways to use your time more smartly. Take a look at these suggestions to see if you can start getting some of your time back.

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Delegate Tasks

No one can do everything on their own. You need the help and support of others to get things done. That's why knowing how to delegate tasks is so important, and it's something you can do in every area of your life. At home, you can make sure everyone has their chores to do. If you still feel like you don't have enough time, you should consider booking scheduled cleaning from a cleaner to help you out. If you're a leader at work, you can delegate tasks too. Of course, you shouldn't always need to delegate. There are times when others should be expected to take the initiative and work out what needs to be done.

3 Things You Should Never DIY As A Homeowner

 Being a homeowner is a wonderful experience. It is, also, one with more responsibility than you may wish to have at times, especially when things are going wrong. And, because you know that problems occur, it is best to know what you should and should not try to fix yourself. Here are a few things that are best left to the professionals.

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Pest Control

Bugs and rodents are ok in the wild, not in and around your home. Should you happen upon any of these uninvited creatures on your property, you may be tempted to take care of them yourself. Be advised, however, that where there is one pest, there are usually more - many, many more. Often, pests remain hidden within your walls, under carpets, inside cabinets, or around the outside of your home.

Small children and beloved pets can make the job of pest control and prevention more difficult. That is why this job is best left to the professionals such as Brentwood Pest Control. The experts know what to look for and where to find the source of the problem, how pests can enter your home, and where they are taking up residence. They can guide you on the best practices for preventing any future pest infestations, as well.

5 Tips to Start a Side-Hustle Career

Sometimes in life, you need to consider your plan B, especially when it comes to supporting your family. If you have a full-time job, it can be a good idea to think about building a side gig to help with everyday expenses. Your side gig can encourage you to embrace the entrepreneur lifestyle and become your own boss. Additionally, in times of crisis when you are left unable to work, for a variety of reasons, having a side-hustle business you can rely on can make a huge difference. However, starting as an independent freelancer is not easy. Here are 5 foolproof tips to hit the ground running. 

Google Calendar Organizes Your Family's Time #lifehacks

This is what a typical Wednesday might look like, just from 7-4:30. I did not put in the rest of my kids' coop schedules nor my own because this is just a sample.

One of my biggest challenges in life (and maybe this is true for you as well) is realizing that I can't do everything all in one day. I try so hard to make myself understand that I don't have unlimited time.

Nothing helps me realize this better than when I stick with using Google Calendar for my business (five different areas), homeschooling (four kids plus coaching my oldest through a personal trainer certification, then figuring out what he wants to do after that but before police academy), and life as a married stay-at-home mom of five kids.

10 Popular Collectible Toys

 

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Toys are a popular collectible item among kids and adults alike. Not only can these collections be fun to obtain, but they can also gain value over time. Below are just 10 of the most popular collectible toys (and how much they can be worth). 

Lego

People have long collected Lego sets. Some old sets have become incredibly valuable over time - the most valuable being the Space Command Center set, which cost $24.99 upon its release and now is worth over $10,000. 

Minifigures have become the most recent collectible craze. There are sites where you can shop for minifigs. 

Funko Pops

Funko Pops are a series of bobbleheads that first launched in 1998. There are now over 8,000 variations and they have become a popular collectible item. 

Funko Pops are most valuable when kept in their box. This guide to Funko pops explains more.

Beanie Babies

These small soft toys took the world by storm in the late 80s and 90s. They have become popular collectible items, with some of them being incredibly valuable. 

Got some old Beanie Babies in your loft? It could be worth digging them out to see how much they’re worth.