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If you feel like you're stretched too thin and constantly struggling against the clock, you're not alone. Maybe we here at How.com.vn can't add more hours to your day, but we can give you tips to use the time you have more wisely. Time management is a practice—the more you focus on it, the better you'll become. If you understand how you're spending your time, you can adjust your schedule so that you're focusing more on the things that are important to you.
Steps
Why Is Time Management Important?
Expert Q&A
- QuestionHow can I focus on studying?Arda Ozdemir, MAArda Ozdemir is the Executive Coach and Founder of Rise 2 Realize, a nonprofit organization in Palo Alto, California that is dedicated to providing a practical roadmap toward one's full potential in their life and career. Arda is a Reiki Master, an Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner, and a certified HeartMath Trainer and Mentor.
Career & Life CoachAllow your mind to focus on one task at a time, preferably at a time of day when you work the best. Focusing on only one task at a time might also increase your efficiency. - QuestionHow can I improve my time management skills?Arda Ozdemir, MAArda Ozdemir is the Executive Coach and Founder of Rise 2 Realize, a nonprofit organization in Palo Alto, California that is dedicated to providing a practical roadmap toward one's full potential in their life and career. Arda is a Reiki Master, an Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner, and a certified HeartMath Trainer and Mentor.
Career & Life CoachFactor in how much you enjoy working on each particular goal, so you can spend more time doing things that you actually enjoy doing. - QuestionI'm working from 09:00 AM to 08:30 PM. Can I open some free time with this work schedule?How.com.vn Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerHow.com.vn Staff EditorStaff AnswerIt depends on what you do before and after work. If you're more of a morning person, you might get up early and use a couple of hours before work to do other things. On the other hand, if you're more of a night person, you might try getting some stuff done in the evening and going to bed a little later, then getting up as late as possible before you have to go to work.
Tips
- Try a brief meditation every morning to help calm and focus your mind to prepare for the day. Over time, you might find it brings more balance to your life and makes you feel more in control.[15]Thanks
- Save multi-tasking for tasks, such as doing laundry, that you can start and have going while you do something else.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/299336
- ↑ http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/fcs7/fcs7101/fcs7101.pdf
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/299336
- ↑ http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/fcs7/fcs7101/fcs7101.pdf
- ↑ https://www.ucop.edu/local-human-resources/_files/performance-appraisal/How%20to%20write%20SMART%20Goals%20v2.pdf
- ↑ https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282964?hl=en
- ↑ https://universe.byu.edu/2012/05/15/how-to-use-your-time-wisely/
- ↑ https://www.success.com/rohn-5-tips-for-using-your-time-wisely/
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/299336
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To use your time wisely, start by writing down and prioritizing your goals. Then, assign daily tasks for yourself to take small steps toward achieving those goals. Work on big projects when you feel the most energetic during the day, and be sure to remove distractions like your cell phone so you can focus. If you have too many tasks to accomplish, try delegating responsibilities to co-workers or family members! For tips on multitasking effectively, read on!
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