I think the point that resonated with me the most is that I am in control of my time. It sounds simple, but sometimes there are so many things that need to be accomplished I feel overwhelmed and like I've failed if I don't accomplish everything. List-making also helps. I need to incorporate making a daily list and weekly list into my routine.
I have lesrned that procrastination is not a good habit, but also immediacy can cause stress.So it is best to prioritize your tasks.
I like the the to do like. I have a large calendar that I use as my list.
I know setting limits for yourself is important just as important prioritizing, and time management.
I have learned, and will apply making lists for tasks. in accordance to their importance. I think it can only keep you more organized. thus reducing stress levels
I've learned how immediacy can truly negatively impact my time management!!
A good instructor is aware of giving the students the best use of time.
So far I have learned about prioritizing tasks and making lists. I actually love making lists and I think that is what keeps me productive.
This module explains the importance of making a "To Do" list, then breaking it down and priortizing the list so that tasks are less intimidating and in the order which they need to be completed
I realized that I already make good prioritized lists of my tasks. I just need to get better at not thinking that everything has to be completed in one day. I need to be happy with what was accomplished on that day and leave the rest of the tasks for the days they are assigned.
Prioritizing tasks using numbers- go from most important to least
How to better prioritize my time. Make tht list
Like they say in the real estate market...........location, location, location.............. except here I think it is prioritize, prioritize, prioritize!
I am very glad to have started this course. I am able not only to confirm some of my regular habits but more importantly to identify some other perspectives, tips and techniques that are going to facilitate the way I am used to be organized.
In fact, I learned myself long time ago how important it is to write a prioritise do list to be effective and make a better use of the time available.
To me, this is a must for every organized person, but it is undocubtedly paramount to become an efficient instructor.
I am definitely a to do list person. This module provided me some additional insight in how I can fine tune my to do list process to be more efficient.
This was more of a review than anything for me, but it was a great review.
Taking control of your time:
There are certain obstacles in taking control of ones time. Here are some:
- Control, be sure to over budget for time on a task, show up on time for meetings & such.
- Procrastination, Complete it now !!!! 95% of people procrastinate, 15% to 20% are chronic.
- Immediacy, Be careful with this one, 40% of the workforce struggles with this one. It can be self defeating, makes you tired & allows for more mistakes. You need to prioritize & pace youself.
- Insecurity, it is based on fear of not completing, or of what admin, or others will think. A messy desk is a sign of this, as it shows that a person is looking to “look” busy. Organizing ones desk, & making piles & a master list is best. I do this well now.
A to do list is a good start to getting organized. I do this very well now, so I will not list what I will be doing, as I do it very well now, thru prioritizing, & updating lists one a week or more if needed.
I've always been a big fan of to do lists. They're my tried and true, go to method for organizing tasks. I've definitely run into task insecurity before, specifically becoming overwhelmed with a large number of tasks. The reprioritization was something I hadn't considered much in the past, so it's something I'd like to incorporate more when managing my time!
Learning to have a balance in everything! Procrastination is a common weakness of each person. But Immediacy can also be one flaw that can lead to burnout and stress. Prioritizing and classifying your to-do-list will give balance and lead to good time management and less stressful situations.
I've always enjoyed using to-do lists, but have found it difficult to prioritize between school, pt job, and ft job. I think using a sense of consequence and urgency, tied with research into the best free to-do list apps, could help me prioritize and keep regular updates on my to-do lists.
I like the idea of prioritizing my tasks in my to do list and updating that task list the same day of the week every week.
