An Introduction to Time Management

The tell-tale signs of poor time management are often apparent in the workplace; people feeling overloaded with work, working late, or missing deadlines – often lurching from one crisis to another. The outcomes of poor time management are potentially harmful for both the individua,l and the organisation, since productivity suffers, stress takes a hold, and morale crashes. When time is managed well, however, people are exceptionally productive at work, stress levels drop, and they can devote time to the interesting, high-reward projects that can make a real difference to a career. The organisation also benefits from higher productivity, and well-motivated employees. This course, one of a series, enables the learner to understand the concept of time management, identify any issues they may have, and take initial steps to remedy problems. The duration of this course is 20 minutes and can be completed over multiple sessions. By the end of this course you will be able to: • Create to-do lists • Understand what time management is • Set personal goals • Prioritise tasks • Manage distractions • Avoid procrastination • Avoid task overload • Take breaks • Schedule tasks