Effective Time Management

Course Description:
Time is a form of currency, and the ways that we talk about it illustrate its value: we say “Time is money,” and “My time was well spent,” or “It’s a waste of time.” Like most professionals, you’ve probably struggled with managing this resource effectively. In this course, you will practice techniques that will help you achieve more effective use of your time so that you can direct your energy towards the activities that will further your professional and personal goals.

Course length: One day

Course Content
Lesson 1: Defining Goals
Topic 1A: Define Time Management
Topic 1B: Describe Your Dreams
Topic 1C: Identify Regrets
Topic 1D: Articulate Goals

Lesson 2: Analyzing Energy Allocation
Topic 2A: Identify How Energy Is Spent
Topic 2B: Analyze Tasks
Topic 2C: Analyze Time Usage
Topic 2D: Analyze Energy Flow

Lesson 3: Identifying Personal Style
Topic 3A: Review a Successful Day or Project
Topic 3B: Analyze Your Preferences
Topic 3C: Identify Personal Strengths
Topic 3D: Identify Personal Motivators
Topic 3E: Reduce Time Wasters

Lesson 4: Assembling the Toolbox
Topic 4A: Negotiate for Success
Topic 4B: Delegate Tasks
Topic 4C: Choose Tools that Work for You

Lesson 5: Creating an Action Plan
Topic 5A: Create the Action Plan
Topic 5B: Evaluate the Time-Management Process