Have you ever wondered “How am I supposed to get all of this done? Reports, meetings, evaluations, proposals…and everything needs to be done NOW.” In order to decide what work is most important, you must know the specific outcomes you/your organization desire(s), and take those outcomes and break them down into daily roles and responsibilities. This program examines many different approaches to time management and introduces new techniques to enhance your approach in different situations. Practice tools for prioritizing tasks, setting boundaries, eliminating tainted time, and much more in this action packed program.
Audience:
Anyone wanting to improve their performance as an employee.
Prerequisites
None.
Course duration:
1 Day
Course outline:
1. I don’t know what to do first
- Identifying priorities when everything seems important
- Handling competing priorities
- Proactive planning and scheduling
2. I have too much to do
- Tools that really help (to-do list, what else?)
- Handling shifting priorities and last-minute projects
- Dealing with deadlines
- Contingency planning
- Categorizing and aligning tasks
3. I don’t feel like doing it
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Understanding and overcoming procrastination
4. I can’t get my work done
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Setting boundaries
- Managing interruptions
- Eliminating distractions
- Eliminating tainted time
5. I can’t find my work
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Clutter phobia
- Maintaining a clutter free environment
6. I’m too tired to work
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Recognizing burnout
- Achieving balance
- Energy builders
