Time Management
The practice of using the time that you have available in a
useful and effective way, especially in your work. [Cambridge
Dictionary]
The way in which you organize how you spend your time.
[Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary]
Characteristics of time
Some of the characteristics of time are:
1. It is a blessing from Allah.
2. It cannot be compensated.
3. It cannot be stored.
4. It cannot be bought with money.
5. It is the most precious possession of a human.
6. It passes quickly.
7. We are in need of time.
8. The time spent can’t be brought back.
9. Man will be asked about his time on the day of judgement.
10. Time is the container for worship.
Importance of Time Management
A. Helps in achieving one goals.
B. It helps in better use of other resources.
C. It greatly improves the outcome.
D. It reduces stress.
E. It provides a person with ample free time for extra activities
he loves and benefits from.
Obstacles in the time Management
A. Faith related obstacles.
a. Weak connection with Allah.
b. Not doing the self-introspection.
c. The Devil always tries to waste a person’s time.
d. Procrastination.
e. Being ignorant about the importance of time.
f. Following the whims and desires.
B. Subjective obstacles:
a. Not following the daily routine.
b. Not preparing the complete programme for life.
c. Bad health.
d. Family issues.
e. Sleeping too much.
f. Not feeling the responsibility.
C. Management related obstacles:
a. Not able to prepare a timetable.
b. Not able to prioritize.
c. Being hasty make big resolutions.
d. Being ignorant about the management techniques.
D. Social obstacles:
a. Communication devices.
b. Social media.
c. People think that they have right over time.
d. Unplanned visits.
e. As society, we do not respect the time.
Basics in time management
A. Prepare a daily timetable. Take following things into
consideration:
- Make it proper.
- Do not go overboard. It should be realistic.
- Take time for rest.
- Appreciate yourself when you are able to follow
it properly.
B. Set the goals.
C. Do not fear the failure.
D. Prepare a table of daily accomplishments.
E. Learn to delegate.
