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Hi Ken,
Here are my tips for TIME MANAGEMENT STRATEGY:
1. Divide assignments into smaller manageable sub tasks
2. Keep a master calendar use large wall-size calendar—list all fixed commitments i.e., job, home responsibilities, class schedule, etc.
3. Create weekly schedules
determine hour-by-hour projects
etc. due each week
each day look at weekly calendar and formulate a prioritized "to-do" list
establish priorities and set time accordingly.
4. Set aside a study space
find a quiet, comfortable place where there are few distractions keep the "tools of your trade" at hand—i.e., pencils, paper, dictionary determine your span of attention
before beginning each project, quickly preview material begin concentrated study for 30 minutes.
5. Know high and low energy time
use high energy times to work more difficult projects, Long-range project, planning count backwards from the due date and estimate time needed for each phase of the project always allow more time than is actually needed.
ORGANIZATIONAL TIPS:
1. Color code notebooks, file folders, etc. for each PROJECT.
Use 3-ring binder -ruled paper.
Write subject on front cover and along binder with permanent marker.
2. Devise a workable file system
Set up a file for each project.
After an completion, remove notes and materials from notebook and store them in a folder for future use.
3. Date and title all materials
Date notes and projects
Title
Number all pages
Keep supplies and materials in the same place for ease of use.
4. Label desk drawers with contents.
Use shelf over desk or work area for texts and related reading material.
5. Always check your "to-do" list each day and cross off completed items.
A lot of this can be done on your computer if the majority of your business is done there. Use NotePad or Word or Word Spreadsheet for project titles, notes, schedules, etc.
Hope some of these tips helps Judy they help me and keeps me organized.
Your Friend
Donna Lira
a.k.a.Texgirl
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