Time Management
Juggling the Obstacles of Life
Today's Presentation
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Setting Goals
Time Management Techniques
Time is of the Essence
Stress and Procrastination
Results of Proper Time
Management
Easy Tips to Remember
Time is what we want most,
but... what we use worst.
~William Penn
Goals, Priorities and Planning
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What is the goal?
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Why am I doing this?
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What needs to be done to succeed?
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What will happen if I don’t do it?
Time Management Techniques
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Draft a plan
◦ Failing to plan is planning to fail
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Create a daily schedule
◦ Use planners, calendars, journals, phones, iPads, or
other electronic devices to map out your daily routine
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Make a list of obligations and duties
◦ A simple to do list is a visual aid that helps with
organization and serves as a reminder
To Do Lists
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Break tasks down into steps
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Prioritize and complete obligations
according to due dates
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The Four Quadrant To Do (Example)
Four Quadrant To Do
Due Soon
Important
Not
Important
Not Due Soon
I Activities
II Activities
III Activities
IV Activities
Four Quadrant To Do
Due Soon
I Activities
Important
Not Due Soon
II Activities
Pressing Problems
or Assignments
Approaching
Deadline
Not
III Activities
Important
IV Activities
Four Quadrant To Do
Due Soon
I Activities
Not Due Soon
II Activities
Important
Preparation
Crises Prevention
Planning
Pro-action
Not
Important
III Activities
IV Activities
Four Quadrant To Do
Due Soon
Not Due Soon
I Activities
II Activities
III Activities
IV Activities
Important
Not
Important Interruptions
Mailings
Meetings
Non-pressing matters
Four Quadrant To Do
Due Soon
Not Due Soon
I Activities
II Activities
III Activities
IV Activities
Important
Not
Important
Busy work
Time wasters
Pleasant
activities/hobbies
Personal time
To Do List Example
1 Prepare Time
Management Lecture
Quadrant I
2 Chapter Reviews
Quadrant I
3 Wedding Invitations
Quadrant I
4 Shower Thank You’s
Quadrant II
5 Start CP616 Chapter 3
Quadrant II
6 Clean Living Room &
Guest Room
Quadrant III
7 Schedule Softball Practice Quadrant IV
Time is of the Essence
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You don’t find time, you make it
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Every decision produces an outcome
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Develop a schedule that works best
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Learn to say “NO” to things that interfere
with your main priorities.
Stress
Procrastination
Eat healthy
Avoid; remain focus
Exercise regularly
Stick to schedule
Get plenty of rest
Do not add pressure or
additional stress by
waiting until the last
minute
Results of Proper Time
Management
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Eliminates procrastination
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Increases productivity
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Less concern about deadlines
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More relaxation and recreation time
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Creates a sense of gratitude and
accomplishment
Easy Tips to Remember
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Implement a plan
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Set goals and prioritize
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Develop time management techniques
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Value your time
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Eat, sleep, and exercise
For More Information
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http://www.dumblittleman.com/2008/02/11
-solid-ways-to-improve-your-time.html
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http://www.mindtools.com/pages/main/new
MN_HTE.htm
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http://collegelife.about.com/od/academiclife
/a/timemanagement.htm
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