Imnajungla Jamir
Did you know that, according to the latest research, 82% of people don’t have a dedicated time management system? Do you also struggle with managing your time?
Time is of the essence when it comes to building a successful life, and timing is even more essential for that success - you have to be ready to grasp it!
"Until you value yourself, you will not value your time. Until you value your time, you will not do anything with it."- M Scott Peck, American Psychiatrist
An imbalance in time management will add stress, create a mess, reduce efficiency at work and may lead to missed opportunities. However, effective use of time results in productivity. Everyone could benefit from learning the art of time management.
4 simple steps to learning the art of time management:
Set Goals and Plan: Setting realistic, specific, and measurable goals will help you stay focused. If you come across a large task, break it down into smaller chunks. This will help you overcome procrastination.
Set Priorities: Follow the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize yourtasksas (a) highly urgent tasks, (b) which you should schedule and complete ASAP, (c) as well as delegate tasks that others can do, and (d) get rid of unimportant work. This will help you keep track of your work and effectively complete it ahead of time.
Eliminate Distractions: Reviewing your task list regularly will remind you of what needs to be done and thus helpin eliminating distractions.
Reflect: Reflect on your time management skill habitually and make necessary changes and adjustments to yourroutine if required.
Most high-performing people have figured out how to maximize their time. Now, you can beone of them!
Imnajungla Jamir, former senior cabin crew with Jet Airways and Aviation Trainer at AKSA International is currently doing an MBA at the Vedica Scholars Programme for Women.
