As we celebrate the Fox Cities Chamber’s 150th anniversary, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on what drives lasting success. For high performers, this often means continuously striving to maximize productivity, achieving more in less time. Yet traditional time management techniques can actually create a cycle of stress and an imbalance between our personal life and professional life.
Most of us have been conditioned to master the clock, juggling tasks and deadlines in an effort to be more productive. But what if this relentless pursuit of efficiency is leading us away from the balanced, fulfilling careers we desire? It’s a paradox that high performers know well: the more we push for peak productivity, the further we seem to drift from genuine contentment and a sense of fulfillment in the work that we do.
Rethinking Productivity
Traditional time management techniques focus heavily on squeezing more work into each day. When our attention is solely on “doing more,” it’s easy to lose sight of what we genuinely value and why we work so hard in the first place. How well we manage our time, energy and resources has little to do with time management and everything to do with how well we manage our choices.
A New Framework for Success
Whether you’re in leadership, management, or part of a team, there is a proven four-step method (called my Choice Management® model) that you can use immediately to interrupt the stress cycle, become more empowered, and fulfilled in your role. It covers practical strategies that offer a new path to success:
- Understanding the Limitations: Uncover why conventional time management often leads to stress and burnout, undermining both performance and satisfaction.
- Shifting Perspectives: Learn to view your daily tasks and goals through the lens of Choice Management®, cultivating productivity without burning out.
- Strategies for Sustainable Success: Gain insights into practical methods and tools designed to enhance efficiency without compromising your well-being.
The Fox Cities Chamber has long championed the growth of their members both personally and professionally. Now is the perfect time to embrace a new way of thinking about success—one that blends achievement with quality of life.
Join us in celebrating 150 years of community, growth, and impact. Together, we can create a future where success means not just surviving the hustle but thriving in harmony.
By Paula Houlihan, Speaker & Choice Management Coach. Paula is one of two speakers presenting at The Connection on December 10. Her presentation is designed for those who are ready to explore a sustainable approach to success—one that doesn’t compromise personal well-being. Learn more and register HERE
