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Unit Two: Reading (cont.)

Reading (cont.)

Time Management Tools

Time management tools help you prioritize your goals and schedule your time wisely so you can maximize the time you have available doing those tasks that are most important to you.

Many tools exist, such as pocket calendars, weekly planners, diaries, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and computer-based calendars. These tools are also useful for planning intermediate- and long-term activities.

The key factor in effective time management is being organized. Being organized simply means keeping your goals in mind and planning your activities to make them a reality.

Careful planning comes before doing any activity. When you plan ahead, you are considering questions such as:

  1. What do you have to do?
  2. What resources do you require to get the job done (for example, time, money, people, accessories, or information)?
  3. Can you break down the activity into smaller, more manageable tasks?
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Copyright 2010, by Kaplan University. Cite/attribute Resource. David, R. (2009, February 09). Unit Two: Reading (cont.). Retrieved July 30, 2010, from Kaplan University — Open Course Ware — Free Courses Web site: http://ocw.kaplan.edu/information-technology/academic-strategies-for-the-it-professional/course/screen40.html. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License. Creative Commons License