Summary
Time management is a solution to a set of problems related to priority, punctuality, performance, and productivity.
Poor time management leads to dealing poorly with scheduled events such as meetings, appointments and deadlines, build-up of incomplete tasks, poor reputation, over work, sleep deprivation, stress, poor relationships, and poor health. Poor time management sets one up for failure.
Effective time management results in a well-organized life, time for personal activities, relaxation, and quality time with friends and family, good, and excellent health. Effective time management sets one up for success.
Time is the medium within which events occur. Time management is, therefore, control over events and activities in your life.
Event control includes identifying, classifying, and budgeting time for activities. This begins with an event log to determine the demands made on your time.
Keep a time log to note where your time is being spent. Use the time log to identify inefficiencies and ineffective use of time. Reallocate your time to reduce wastage. Follow the new schedule diligently for at least three weeks before it becomes the new habit, the new norm, and the new pattern of behavior and time usage.
