Do you feel like you're running out of time? We all get the same thing 24 hours a day. Why do some people seem to be able to do so much more with those 24 hours than others? The answer is to be found in effective time management.
Time management is about how you plan and organize the time you spend on specific activities. On the surface, time management seems to be easy and straightforward—something that just happens. Time management is, in practice, a skill that takes an effort to develop.
The ability to manage your time efficiently can benefit you in many ways:
•Improved productivity and efficiency
•Reduced stress
•Greater opportunities to achieve important life and career goals;
• More time where it is important
•A reliable and professional reputation
Time management is about spending your time in the right places, in the right place. In order to manage your time effectively, it is important to know your priorities, your obligations and your timetable. You've got to find a strategy that works for you. The following tips may help you improve your time management skills:
•Prioritize work
•Avoid multitasking
•Set up deadlines
•Schedule tasks