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1) Introduction
2) Misconceptions about time managements
Time management is often misunderstood.
Here are the 3 most common time management conceptions you need to know before
learning about it.
1. Time management means doing
everything quickly: While it
is important to do your work efficiently, it is not about finishing all your to-do
list as fast as possible. What is way more important is that you are able to
set priorities. By setting priorities, your to-do list will become smaller
because you will let go or delegate non-important tasks and prioritize more
important tasks. Important to note here is that important tasks can be urgent
or not urgent. It is crucial that you also work on important tasks that are not
urgent to be able to deal with in time so it never becomes urgent.
2. Time management is a
one-size-fits-all sollutions: In reality, effective time management looks
different for everyone. What works for one person may not work for another, so
it's important to experiment with different strategies and find what works best
for you. Additionally, your time management needs may change over time as your
circumstances change, so it's important to be flexible and willing to adapt
your approach.
3. Time management is only about work:
However, effective time management is about more than just work. It's about
managing your time in a way that allows you to pursue your personal goals and
priorities as well. This might mean setting aside time for hobbies, spending
time with loved ones, or simply taking care of yourself. It is vital that you are able to create a
more balanced and fulfilling life.
3) Tips for effective time management
Now that you know what
time management is not, it is time that you learn about how you can manage your
time effectively. Afterwards, you will find some handy tools to put these tips
into practice.
1. Set clear goals
and priorities: This means knowing what tasks are most important, and what
you need to accomplish each day or week. You should also be realistic about how
much time each task will take, and prioritize accordingly.
2. Minimize
distractions: Distractions can be a major time-waster, so it's important to
minimize them as much as possible. This might mean turning off your phone or
email notifications, closing unnecessary tabs on your computer, or finding a
quiet space to work. You can also use time-blocking techniques to focus on
specific tasks for a set amount of time, and take regular breaks to help
maintain your focus.
3. Getting into the
flow: The flow is a state where you focus so hard that you lose track of
time and space. Everyone has experienced this already, think for example about
when you were playing as a child and was suprised that it was already so late.
This may seem contradictory to effective time management because you lose track
of time but you can make use of alarms. It can be sometimes hard to get into
the flow when you have a boring task. It can be helpfull to divide your tasks
into subtasks so the task is more clear. Then you will have less effort with
getting into the flow.
4) Time management Tools & Resources
To put all of this
into practice, it can be helpful to have some tools that guide you in your use
of time. Here are the 3 best tools that can be installed on your phone
to improve your time management
1. Pomodoro Timer:
The Pomodoro technique is a time-management method that involves working in
25-minute increments (called "Pomodoros") followed by short breaks of
5 minutes. After 4 Pomodoros, you will get a longer break of 15 minutes. This
technique can help you stay focused and productive by breaking your work into
manageable chunks and giving you regular breaks to recharge.
2. Forest:
Forest is an app that allows you to set a timer for a fixed amount of time.
During that time, you will not be able to access any other apps on your phone
and once you are finished, you will plant a tree in the game. This can sound a
little silly but it can be helpfull to set challenges for yourself. It can be
especially handy for students. I know 2 students who use it who compete
regularly against each other about how big their forest is. In short,
gamification can help many people to find some challenge into doing hard
things.
3. Toggle: This
app allow you to track your time on specific tasks or projects, and provide
detailed reports on where your time is going. This information can help you
prioritize your work, identify time-wasting activities, and make more informed
decisions about how to manage your time.
5) Conclusion
The most important thing I want you to remember is to prioritize your tasks by importance and urgency to prevent important tasks from becoming urgent crises. Time management is
critical to achieving success and avoiding stress. Misconceptions about time
management include the belief that it means doing everything quickly, that it's
a one-size-fits-all solution, and that it's only about work. Useful tools and resources for time
management include the Pomodoro Timer, Forest app, and Toggle.
6) Your next steps
1. Priority Matrix Eisenhower App: Download the app called Priority Matrix Eisenhower App. Make a priority quadrant based on how important the tasks that you currently have are and how urgent they are. (2 minutes)
2. Toggle app: Download Toggle
and put this together with the other app in a common folder in your phone. (60 seconds)
3. Pomodoro or Forest app: Download the Pomodoro
Timer or Forest and put this also in the folder. (
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