Time Management: Are you managing time or is it managing you?

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

There is no point in wishing for more time. It isn’t about to happen. Therefore, you should learn to use the time you have in a productive manner that is beneficial for your well-being and for your workload.

This workshop will have you looking at time differently. You will have a better understanding of your perception of time. And you will explore tools and techniques to manage the time you’re given wisely.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

• Anyone that wants to check they are making the best use of their time
• Anyone looking for strategies to better handle their workload
• Anyone wishing to be more productive in their professional life

PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN TO:

• Prioritize your work effectively
• Handle interruptions
• Manage your email
• Be more productive in your daily life
• Ensure you have balance in your life

COURSE OUTLINE

Understanding Time Management

• Complete an assessment tool regarding your time management habits
• Learn about balance in your life
• Explore routines and habits that provide high and low payoffs

Time Management Issues

• Understand importance versus urgency
• Use a time management graph
• Reduce tasks in the critical quadrant

Perception 

• Understand where your perception of time comes from
• Learn why you personally procrastinate
• Overcome procrastination

Tips and Techniques

• Create weekly to-do lists
• Set goals using SMART objectives
• Review the ABC system
• Plan, prioritize. and schedule
• Learn time saving tips for managing emails
• Handle interruptions effectively

Summary and Evaluations

METHODS TO BE USED
This is an interactive workshop beginning with participants completing a self-assessment tool of their time management habits. Program delivery will appeal to all adult learning styles to encourage active participation and learning.