Time is one of the most essential aspects in life because the clock can never be turned back. Once you realize the great value of time, the next logical step is to manage it wisely. Here are some time management tips which will help you to save a lot of that precious commodity – time.
-Begin by applying the “big rocks first” technique: Start the morning by scheduling your three most important tasks of the day. If you are not familiar with the “big rocks first” technique, here’s how it works: Let’s say you are handed a jar, a handful of pebbles, three large rocks and some sand. If you place the pebbles and sand into the jar first, there will be no room for the rocks. But if you do it the other way round and first put the rocks into the jar, followed by the pebbles, the sand will then fit in by floating around the other objects. The moral of the story? Prioritize your tasks and do your work accordingly.
-Secondly, carry a notepad along with you everywhere you go. During the day there is often downtime, like when you need to wait like for a bus or train. Make good use of your time; take out your notepad and plan the rest of your day. Or make an outline for a new project. Be creative and you won’t let precious time go to waste. Thanks to advanced technology, you can use your cell phone as a notepad. Subsequently you can transfer your notes directly to your computer.
-A checklist prevents you from forgetting tasks and helps you to optimally utilize your time. As soon as you complete a task, take out your checklist and check off the finished item. Then move on to the next one, until you complete them all.
