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Time Management: Getting Started

Time Management is a skill that helps you organize, plan and schedule for upcoming tasks, and commitments as well as deadlines. By utilizing time management strategies, you can set a clear expectation for yourself and have a plan for success.

Student Success – Time Management. Michigan Technological University. 2016

MichiganTechnologicalUniversity. (2016, Aug 26). Student Success – Time Management [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=6&v=rUO8Qvcs7cY&feature=emb_logo

Time Management Self Assessment Quiz

Keep in Mind: Self-Management is really TIME MANAGEMENT

Tips for Successfully Mastering Time Management

  • Set Specific, Measurable and Realistic Goals!
  • Plan Ahead
  • Only Do One Thing at a Time
  • Use a schedule/ calendar to map out your commitments and goals (Semester, Monthly, Weekly and/or Daily) 
  • Rank your priorities; High, Medium or Low importance and allot enough time for each accordingly
  • Give yourself deadlines to keep on track and accountable
  • Keep a clean work area