How I can planning my time?
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Posted on Dec. 12, 2018, 3:27 p.m. by HelenLondon
Now in my life there is a very difficult period: exams, courses and part-time work ... Everything is simply not critically short of time and I also want to rest and sleep normally. How to find a free minute at least for a coffee break? How do you cope with the lack of time?
Here are a couple thoughts I have from my own experiences:
Taking a break can feel like slacking--you are, after all, not actively moving toward any endgame. However, numerous studies have shown very small breaks actually increase productivity and relieve stress, reducing the likelihood of your making errors. The problem, of course, lies in deciding when to take a break and making sure the break does not run too long.
Personally, I try to avoid working during meals. This gives me an opportunity to relax, think about something other than work, while still having an element of productivity--after all, you still need to work. Personally, I find cooking to be relaxing, so I always try to cook something simple (and easy to clean up!) when I am stressed about timing.
Another useful tip--if you know you're going to be in the same place for a very long period of time (i.e. studying late at the library), it is a good idea to eat somewhere else. The change of scenery will help refresh your mind and ensure you are mentally there when you return to work.
The other thing you can do--spend a couple minutes planning out your day. This helps keep you organized and helps ensure nothing slips through the cracks. It further reduces stress and promote efficiency, as you have a set plan to follow and are not wasting time constantly deciding "what do I do next?"
Planning out your day allows you to triage, as you are thinking of each responsibility simultaneously, and can determine their relative importance. Generally, there are items on your docket that can be pushed back a day or two--it's important to organize your priorities so you are not constantly running up against deadlines.
December 12, 2018 4 p.m.
Schedule your tasks. All of them. Even slacking off and taking breaks. If you do this, you won't feel guilty for taking time off to do nothing since that's literally the thing you're supposed to be doing.
December 12, 2018 5:04 p.m.
Try to reaffirm often on what you are doing and how it relates to your goals. For example, if you do a quick 2 min recap of what you did during the day prior to falling asleep, you will be more productive - you will notice when you had more time, but did not use it, or when you did not have time, but did things incorrectly and wasted time still, etc.
Most importantly - this must be done in a constructive manner. There is no point beating yourself up over it in the evening, only to do it the same way the next day.
For best results combine the planning from Arvail with the feedback at the end of the day suggested here. That way you can catch any slack and work to eliminate it the very next day.
December 13, 2018 2:43 a.m.
AmandaOrleander says... #6
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December 13, 2018 9:33 a.m.
AmandaOrleander says... #7
How many productive minutes are you packing in each week? Use this simple timesheet tracker to quickly and easily clock in and out of various tasks or projects throughout the day. Switch jobs or tasks with just one click using the TSheets mobile app, or track time directly from your desktop. Then generate robust, real-time reports to see exactly where you’re spending your most valuable asset — and where it’s being wasted. Use some kinds of to set your tasks.
December 13, 2018 9:34 a.m.
My number one tip for this is to set out a single 3+ hour time period every week where you can take a break. Specifically ask for this time off at work or set it for a time you wouldn't be studying or working. During that time, do what you need to do to relax.
Also, if you're doing all this, remember not to skip meals or sleep for a time to unwind. Its more important to get both of those.
December 13, 2018 11:36 a.m.
I think if you write down everything you need to do you will find you have time. Do the most brain intensive things first. Get good sleep. Eat healthy so you have the energy to stay on your game. Reward yourself for your success.
Caerwyn says... #2
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December 12, 2018 3:45 p.m.