Not a day goes by and I don’t hear myself saying, or at least thinking, “I wish I had more time.” My profession is one of facing weekly deadlines. I am constantly rushing to appear at meetings on time, carry out personal routines of daily life, meet self-imposed deadlines and hurry through the week with the preparation for a Sunday service.

Maybe, you can relate? Has modern living enslaved you to time? Do you feel you have lost real freedom to care for your family and your own personal needs? In an attempt to ease the stress of modern day work, I propose three venues in creating time.

First, create some relaxing time. My scheduled day off from the office and my professional duties is Saturday. This is my freedom from the weekday work routine. It is my duty to ritualize this day as a day of relaxation.

Lee Iacocca once said: “If you want to make good use of your time, you’ve got to know what’s most important and then give it all you’ve got.” Why not “give it all you’ve got” on the day off? Find a quiet place where you can relax your body, reflect on life and rejoice in the many blessings that surround you.

Second, you can create time in your community and outside of your professional circle. This will help you see the unfolding nature of life in a new way. Life unfolds moment by moment and affords you wonderful opportunities to discover the stories of others, imagine yourself in the shoes of someone else and to learn that the other story is surprisingly similar to your own.

Not long ago I had an opportunity to speak to a large group of men and women who represented organizations outside of my professional circle. It was an invigorating experience that helped me to value my time. I discovered that I am not alone in my struggles with this thing of wisely redeeming the time. Third, take advantage of a few unique opportunities offered by your Romulus Chamber of Commerce! This year, the Chamber is offering new workshops and classes that will save you time and money!

Need to improve your golf game? We’ve got a free class coming your way!

Struggling on the computer with your Excel program? Two workshops (2 hours each) will help your proficiency as you track and highlight important data.

Looking for new ways to advertise your product and attract new customers? A class will be offered on how you can better utilize the social media.

Got questions about investing, savings, loans and other money matters in 2012? A financial services seminar will point you in the right direction!

These are but a few of the benefits of being a member of the Romulus Chamber of Commerce. We are here to help in 2012!

Bill Kren