How to manage time

Time management can help you excel in your studies, shine at work, and feel less stressed from
day to day. But how can you make sure you're managing your routine effectively? It's actually
way easier than we would think. It all comes own to prioritization, scheduling, and productivity.
By teaching us a few simple tricks, it will show us how to totally transform our time
management skills. To learn everything we need to know, read on!
 Method 1
Following a daily schedule

Method1
1 . Use a digital calendar. Technology is a great way to manage your time and keep track of deadlines,
appointments, and more. Make use of calendars in your phone and computer. Write down daily tasks, like
appointments and your work or school schedule. Set reminders for yourself. For example, have your phone send you
a reminder a week before a paper is due. Schedule in time for things like studying and working on projects. [1]
Paper calendars are a great alternative if you want the satisfaction of crossing things off or you like processing your
to-do list visually.[2]
2. Get some work done on the weekends. Weekends are important for unwinding, relaxing, and having
fun, so don't go overboard. However, it can help to do a little work on the weekend. Think about the kind
of small tasks that pile up over the weekend, making Mondays difficult.[7]
 For example, you could briefly check and review e-mails during the weekend and then send out a few
so that you'll have fewer e-mails piled up by Monday. Alternatively, you can just flag those that will
require immediate attention on Monday morning.
 
Method 2 Method2
Using Your Time Productively

1. Do important tasks first. Finishing crucial tasks first thing in the morning will leave you with a sense of
accomplishment. The day will already feel like a success and a great deal of your stress will be
eliminated. Start off each day by knocking out List your tasks in terms of importance. Before you
begin your work load for the day, prioritize. To-do lists are a great tool, but organize them a little rather
than just writing down everything that needs to get done. Group tasks in terms of importance.[9]
 Before making your list, write down categories in terms of important. For example, tasks labeled
"urgent" must be done today. Tasks labeled "important, but not urgent" are important to do, but
can wait. Tasks with labels like "low-priority" can be put off if necessary.
 List tasks under each category. For example, if you need to finish a report for work, that would be
an urgent task. If you need to begin another work project, but the deadline is not for another two
weeks, that would be an "important, but not urgent" task. If you would like to go for a run after
work, but it's not vital, that would be a "low-priority" task.
 
 2. Do not multitask. Many people assume multitasking is a great way to get more done each day
and manage time wisely. However, focusing on multiple tasks at once actually makes you less
productive. Things will take longer to do, as you're not giving anything your full attention. Focus
completely on one task at a time instead. You will get your work done quicker this way, allowing you
to make the most of your time.[12]For example, return all your emails. Then, log out of your email account
and move on to another task. Do not worry about your email for now. If you need to return more emails later
in the day, you can do that after you complete the task at hand.
 Method 3
Minimizing Distractions

1. Shut off your phone. When possible, turn your phone off. Phones can take up a lot of time throughout
the day that you could be using more productively. When it's easy to log on to Facebook or take a peek at
your email, you're more likely to do it. Do yourself a favor and turn your phone off while you're trying to do
other things. If you find yourself impulsively reaching for the phone to procrastinate, you'll be met with a
blank screen instead.[14]
 If it's necessary for you to have your phone on for work, place it across the room. If it's not as easy to
access your phone, you're less likely to do it. You can also turn off any notifications on your phone that
are not necessary to work.
2. Avoid interruptions as much as possible. Interruptions disrupt your workflow. If you're in the middle
of a task and stop to do something else, it can be hard to get back into work mode. When you're working
on a task, try to complete it before getting up to do something else. Other things can wait while you
strive to complete something.[17]
 For example, if you realize you need to return an e-mail while you're in the middle of something else,
do not stop to return the e-mail. Instead, jot down somewhere that you need to send the e-mail and
get to it after you finish the task at hand.
 Keep in mind, sometimes disruptions are inevitable. If you receive an urgent phone call during a task,
for example, you should definitely take the call. Do your best to avoid interruptions, but do not beat
yourself up over the occasional distraction during your work.