When you're short on time what are some things that help you save time on projects?

What are some strategies that you help you work efficiently while working on a project? Are there any tips, tricks or tools you use when you're in a time crunch?

Thanks for sharing!

Nicole, element14 Community Manager

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YT2095 over 13 years ago +1

I have 1000`s of different time saving "tricks" I employ (other than stripping wire with my teeth), that I use regularly. one of the most Important is to Always put your tools back where you had them from…
DAB over 13 years ago +1

I agree with a lot of the things said, but I forgot to add one thing, NO CHANGES ARE FREE! Last minute changes have killed more projects than I can count. When you set up your project have a cut off time…
Instructorman over 13 years ago +1

Upon further reflection, I'd like to add that developing good documentation habits can be a useful time saver. Take notes of measurements, test equipment set ups, annotate schematics, comment code blocks…

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knuckle73 over 13 years ago

I'm just a hobbyist but I would definitely say it is best to be organized. Mind you my shop is generally in a state of disarray, but I find that when i have cleaned up my work area and gathered my parts, plans, and tools; i work far mor efficiently. I also like to have music playing; I don't no if this just psychaloglicy make the work go quicker of it it just helps drown out any other distractions.

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nlarson over 13 years ago in reply to knuckle73

I completely agree with the music comment - in fact Pandora is my soundtrack daily!

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R_Phoenix over 13 years ago in reply to nlarson

Nicole Fusz wrote:

I completely agree with the music comment - in fact Pandora is my soundtrack daily!

Nicole
Metallica S&M

And you can never loose with AC/DC
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knuckle73 over 13 years ago in reply to R_Phoenix

Absolutely!!!
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DaveLTX over 13 years ago in reply to R_Phoenix

I have a long list of things i listen to but S&M is one my absolute favourites
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DaveLTX over 13 years ago in reply to R_Phoenix

I have a long list of things i listen to but S&M is one my absolute favourites
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