I had someone ask me last night how much an hour of my time is worth. Before I tell you my answer, ask yourself the same question.
How much is an hour of your time worth? Really?
Perhaps you immediately think of how much you make per hour in your job or with your business. But is that really an accurate value for your time?
I think not. Think about this–time once gone can never be gotten back. Every moment that slips by poorly used can never be used again. In reality, your time (and your health) is infinitely valuable. Too often, though, we take our time for granted.
I’ve gotten into the habit of asking myself throughout the day, “Is this the absolute best use of my time?” If not, what will I do about it? Hire someone else to take over the task? Delegate it to someone else? Or, simply stop doing the activity (quite often one of the better alternatives)?
For example, let’s say you’re sitting down watching television and you remember to ask yourself that all important question, “Is this the best use of my time?” Your answer might be yes (if the show is teaching you something you need to know or are interested in) but a more honest answer would be no. What else could you do with that time?
- Start a part-time online business.
- Read to your children.
- Spend time with your significant other.
- Pursue a hobby.
- Perform marketing functions for your business.
- Look at and make offers on investment properties.
- Do a workout and get in better shape.
- Check in on an elderly neighbor.
- Volunteer for a cause you feel strongly about.
- Go to a city council meeting to stay informed about what’s happening in your town.
- Network with positive, energetic, enthusiastic people who are interested in the same things you are–building your business, investing, building a better community, etc.
The possibilities are really endless. It’s up to you to decide the best use for your most valuable asset–your time.
I promised to tell you what my answer was to the person that wanted to know what my time was worth. Here it is: “An hour of my time is infinitely valuable and should be spent as wisely as possible.”
Stop taking your hours for granted–get out there and use them wisely.
Blessings,
Cindy