Time Management

Time is a limited, valuable resource. This session looks at time spent at work, whether you are a 'proactive' or 'reactive' manager of your time and introduces techniques for maximising results through effective time management.

Who should attend?

Anyone who wants to maximise the use of their time.

Objectives

By the end of the course participants will be able to:

  • Recognise the value of effective time management
  • Recognise the importance of taking ownership of their own time.
  • Identify the characteristics of good time managers.
  • List common time wasters and personal preferences that affect performance in the workplace
  • Prioritise tasks and cope more effectively with day to day demands and pressures
  • Plan ahead and use time more effectively to increase personal productivity

Content

  • Practical Time Management and Planning Activities
    • Criteria for prioritising - urgent and important
    • Using the time management matrix
    • Planning and scheduling your activities
    • Understand the benefit of the End Effect
    • Dealing with interruptions and distractions - staying focused
    • Developing a proactive approach to short, medium and long term plans
  • Managing Yourself
    • Overcoming procrastination
    • Personal effectiveness - a guide to self-discipline
    • Highlighting personal ''time-stealers'' and areas of weakness
    • Saying No and receiving tasks on your own terms

Duration

1 day

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