A lot of really great people suffer needlessly because of one particular weakness- poor time management. This weakness can have a domino effect and cause havoc in all areas of life. Managing time well can make all the difference in how relaxed your day is and how well you manage to get everything off of your to do list.
Tackling poor time management isn’t all that hard once you commit to doing it. There are tools and tips that make it easier. Try these-
3 Tips to Tackle Time Management Weaknesses
Tip #1. Use a scheduler
Tip #2. Use a timer
Tip #3. Build in a buffer
Tip #1. Using a scheduler to manage time- Time is a resource, a lot like money in a budget- there’s only so much of it. It must be used wisely and squandering it makes it run out too fast. Using a schedule can help you stay on track throughout your day. It can also remind you of activities you may forget if you rely on your memory. A scheduler can be old-school pen and paper or an app on your smartphone. Keeping a schedule can help you manage your time and make life easier.
Tip #2. Use a timer- Timers are a great way to keep you on task and know when to transition to another. They can also prevent you from taking up too much time doing one thing. Time flies when you’re having fun… and doing a lot of work. There are tools that can help. Your smartphone is a great resource for setting timers to remind you take a break or shift your focus. Resources like the Pomodoro timer work online to help you be more productive when you are working on the computer.
Tip #3. Build a buffer into your schedule- One of the reasons people have poor time management is they don’t account for unexpected time zappers. Building a buffer into your schedule can help allot enough time to get tasks done without over-committing and dropping a ball. Considering time zappers like travel time, waiting in line, or interruptions can help you create a schedule that is realistic and more flexible.
Poor time management is one of the top weaknesses people deal with. Making small changes can help you master your schedule and be more productive with your time.
