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Getting work done, meeting deadlines, and being productive 100% of the time is difficult for everyone. It’s even harder if you struggle with time management. Luckily, there are several ways you can improve your time management skills. These range from simple changes in your day-to-day to complete overhauls in how you schedule your life! This article explores the many time management techniques you can use to get things done more efficiently, including making a daily schedule, getting rid of distractions, and organizing the perfect workspace.
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- ↑ https://ideas.ted.com/feel-overwhelmed-and-stressed-its-time-for-you-to-track-your-time/
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/299336
- ↑ http://psychcentral.com/lib/6-tips-to-improve-your-time-management-skills/
- ↑ Sydney Axelrod. Certified Life Coach. Expert Interview. 30 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/299336
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- ↑ Sydney Axelrod. Certified Life Coach. Expert Interview. 30 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/299336
- ↑ Sydney Axelrod. Certified Life Coach. Expert Interview. 30 June 2020.
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To improve your time management skills, make a to-do list at the beginning of every day and week, which will help you allocate your time better. Try to prioritize your most important tasks first so you're not using up valuable time on tasks that could wait until another day. Also, work on one thing at a time until it's finished since multitasking can actually slow you down and make you less productive. If you're working on a long-term project, write down important milestones on a calendar and set reminders on your phone so you don't lose track of time. To learn how to stay motivated when you're juggling a lot of tasks, scroll down!