This is a series of timesaving tips by Firm of the Future authors. More tips are on their way; for now, check out all of the published tips here.
There are tons of apps and timesaving hacks out there, but sometimes saving time is just about leveraging focus and efficiency to complete a task quickly. I have an old school timer on my desk. I’ll set the timer for 45 minutes, eliminate all distractions such as email and notifications, and completely focus on the task at hand. It’s amazing what you can accomplish if you’re not always trying to multitask.