What is Time Management?

n. the ability to use one's time effectively or productively, especially at work

Time management helps you prioritize your tasks so that you ensure you have enough time available to complete every project. The quality of your work increases when you're not rushing to complete it ahead of a fast approaching deadline.

Why do we need Time Management?

• To Save Time

• To Reduce Stress

• To Function Effectively

• To Increase Output (and your grades)

• To Increase Time for Fun/Other Responsibilities

Time Management Process

• Set SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant & timely) Goals

• Prioritize your tasks

• Set a time limit

• Organize yourself, Remove non-essential tasks/distractions

• Take breaks between tasks

Planning & Goal Setting

Draw an action plan-- a LIST of everything that needs to be done to achieve goals.

Prioritizing

The most important tasks should be completed first, followed by other tasks.

Scheduling

Make a realistic estimate of how much you can do, and determine the time to do it.

Pro-Tip: Use your async work time to complete the async work assignments!!

Organizing

• Create a space that helps you focus on the tasks you need to complete

• Use alarms, apps or planners to help you manage your time, such as google calendars, google classroom, etc.

• Remove distractions, especially social media

Working

• Don't procrastinate!

• Remove distractions to stay focused!

• Set alarms to utilize your time without having to watch the clock

• Take breaks after your allotted time

• Any incomplete tasks should be added to the list and re-prioritized.