Introduction • Everyone has the same 24 hours. • Why do some succeed while others struggle? • Time management = Less stress, more productivity. • Let’s explore how to make time work for us.
Why Time Management Matters • Reduces stress and anxiety. • Increases efficiency and productivity. • Creates more free time for yourself. • Helps balance studies, work, and personal life.
The Biggest Time Wasters • Procrastination: 'I'll do it later.' • Distractions: Social media, unnecessary browsing. • Multitasking: Doing many things but completing none. • Poor Prioritization: Focusing on unimportant tasks.
The 80/20 Rule (Pareto Principle) • 80% of results come from 20% of efforts. • Focus on high-impact tasks. • Work smarter, not harder.
The Eisenhower Matrix • Urgent & Important: Do now! (Deadlines, exams) • Important but Not Urgent: Plan it. (Skills, health) • Urgent but Not Important: Delegate it. (Meetings, small favors) • Not Urgent & Not Important: Eliminate it! (Endless scrolling)
Time Management Strategies • Pomodoro Technique: 25 mins work, 5 min break. • Time Blocking: Assign hours for specific tasks. • SMART Goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound. • 2-Minute Rule: If it takes less than 2 mins, do it now.
Overcoming Procrastination • Break big tasks into smaller steps. • Change your study/work environment. • Stay accountable—share your goals. • Reward yourself for completing tasks.
The Power of Saying ‘No’ • Your time is valuable. • Say 'No' to unimportant commitments. • Focus on what truly matters.
A Student’s Routine – Using Time Wisely • Morning: Plan the day. • During College: Focus in class, take notes. • Evening: Study in blocks, revise, relax. • Night: Reflect & prepare for the next day.
Conclusion – Be the Master of Your Time • Time is a non-renewable resource. • Small changes = Big impact. • You can’t control time, but you can control how you use it!
Call to Action • What is one time-wasting habit you will change today? • Start now—because later is too late!