1.03 - Time Management

How is the term “time management” misleading?

• Time itself isn’t under our control; only our actions are.

• There is nothing we can do to control the way we spend our time.

• Time is free, so it does not need to be managed.

Christian is excited to be a part of a new committee at work because he knows he can balance his tasks to achieve his goals. This is an example of how

• time management improves self confidence

• time management is unnecessary.

• time management is stressful.

What principle should Natalia learn if her boss switches her to another account at the last minute?

• Be flexible

• Get enough sleep

• Know when and how you work best

Which principle helps in focusing on the bigger picture rather than individual tasks?

• Focus on goals, not on tasks

• Make the most of your downtime

• Know when and how you work best

What should you do to avoid feeling overwhelmed by large projects?

• Divide large projects into smaller parts

• Work continuously without breaks

• Avoid planning

What is a key benefit of knowing when and how you work best?

• Increased productivity

• More free time

• Better social life

Billie’s team was 20 minutes late starting the meeting because she didn’t show up at work on time. Which time-management principle does she need to learn?

• Know when and how you work best

• Make the most of your downtime

• Learn to be on time

Beau is really stressed out because he agreed to take on three new clients that he really didn’t have room for. Which time-management principle does he need to learn?

• Don’t bite off more than you can chew

• Get enough sleep

• Focus on goals, not on tasks

Cleaning your office means you are organizing

• goals.

• information.

• space.

Which of the following steps in the time-management process comes first?

• Identify objectives

• Prioritize daily activities

• Schedule daily activities