What should be measured?
There are those who collect many measurements and analyze the data in order to understand the past. There are many time management dashboards with multiple metrics and measurements that track the use of time to the smallest detail. Any dashboard is not effective if it does not improve time management skills. It is better that we measure in order to take action for the future and to improve results.
Towards this goal, there are four sets of metrics covered in this chapter. The first set measures productivity and effectiveness. The second set indicates punctuality. The third set shows organization and control. The last set shows efficiency. The rest of the chapter shows how these metrics must be collected and used.
Here are the four metrics sets:
Metrics Set 1 (Productivity and Effectiveness):
Productivity Index: This is the average number of tasks you complete per unit time. For example, if you complete 8 tasks the first day, 7 tasks the second day, 10 tasks the third...
