Time Management

Goals of Time Management
- To be able to have control over your life.
- Manage your time, don't let it manage you!
- To be healthier and happier with less stress.

Seven Suggestions for Effectively Managing Your Time

1. Be Organized
- Use time saving tools: appointment calendars, "to do" lists, etc.
- Have an organized workplace, don't waste time looking for things.
- Use your appointment calendar for everything.
- Use "to do" lists for both long and short term tasks.

2. Plan Ahead (Schedule it and it will happen!)
- Determine how long your tasks will take
- Consider whether any activities can be combined.
- Determine if big tasks can be broken down into smaller ones

3. Prioritize Your Tasks
- Use an A-B-C rating system for "to do" lists
- Set goals for both the short term and long term goals.
- Look at "to do"s to gauge the time and resources needed
- Don't postpone the small tasks

4. Avoid Overload
- Include time for rest, relaxation, sleep, eating and exercise.
- Take short breaks during study periods.
- Don't put everything off until the last minute.

5. Practice Effective Study Techniques
- Have an appropriate study environment.
- Split large tasks into more manageable tasks.
- Read for comprehension, rather than just to get to the end of the chapter.
- Be prepared to ask questions as they come up during study.
- Don't wait until just before an exam to ask questions.
- Do the most difficult work first, doing some easier tasks first.
- Be a model student, be attentive and participative in class.
- Be prepared and eager to learn.

6. Be Able to be Flexible
- If the unexpected happens(sickness), you need to be able to reschedule.
- Know how to rearrange your schedule when necessary.
- Know who to ask for help when needed.

7. Have a Vision (why are you doing all of this?)
- Don't forget the "big picture"
- why are you doing the task
- Is it important to your long-term personal goals?
- Have and follow a personal mission statement.
- Know what is important to you.
- Have a positive attitude!