Despite the best possible planning, it is almost certain that events will not go as planned.

Many issues may arise that you will need to resolve as you go along. Or, better yet, you will have taken proactive steps to limit their negative impact through rigorous risk management.

However, it is appropriate to focus on three major obstacles that give us all a hard time. These are:

• Letting emergencies get the better of you
• An inordinate workload
• Constantly changing priorities (or how to say no without saying no!)

Let’s take a look at some proven practices that provide solutions.