You can make time Nicolya Grigsby Time management

You can make time ! Nicolya Grigsby

Time management: � the ability to use one's time effectively or productively.

Things that steal your time � Laziness � Procrastination � Fatigue � Trying to take on too many different tasks

Procrastination � The action of delaying or postponing the inevitable.

Signs of not managing time appropriately � Turning in assignments late or assignments that are not fully completed. � Forgetting commitments at work, school or even in your personal life. � Feeling overwhelmed or anxious because there does not seem to be enough time to complete what is required of you. � Having to let go of activities because of a lack of time. � Asking teachers for extensions often. � Your grades don’t reflect your true potential or ability. � Staying up extremely late to complete tasks.

Area’s where time management is crucial: � Education- It allows you to get the most out of your schooling. � Work- It allows you to keep a job as well as be successful on your job. It also allows you to be more productive. � Well Being- It allows you to stay calm and feel content because things are well balanced. It reduces stress and anxiety. � Relationships- It allows you to make time for others therefore improving your relationships with other people.

Time Management Matrix

Steps to good time management � Develop a weekly to do list ( break it down day by day). � Organize your tasks by the most important to least important (use the time management matrix to organize your time effectively). � Ask yourself: What will cause the most trouble if I do not finish?

Time Management Worksheet

In Summary: � Time management is a skill that EVERYONE must work on! � There are many things that can get in the way of good time management (i. e. procrastination, laziness etc). � Be patient with yourself knowing it takes time to learn effective time management skills.