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Ideal Week
Key Learning Outcomes Learn that an ideal week maps out the activities you need to focus on with time allocated to each one, but at the same time acknowledging that not every week will go 100% to plan. Identify the benefits you will experience if you operate with an ideal week, such as building momentum,…
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Quick Wins
Key Learning Outcomes Learn that a quick win can have a high impact on your business and can be implemented with relative ease. Train your team to be solution-driven and on the lookout for quick wins. Break large projects down into quick-win activities to increase your implementation and speed up progress. Avoid spending time on…
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80:20 Rule – The Pareto Principle
Key Learning Outcomes Learn about this well-known business principle, the Pareto principle, which originated in the 1800s and still has valuable applications in business today. Investigate why, for example, 20% of your wardrobe gets 80% of the wear or 80% of your productivity will come from 20% of your activities. Recognise that the key is…
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Managing Distractions
Key Learning Outcomes Understand the impact of distractions on your time management and productivity. Learn to kick-start your day with a to-do list which recognises quick wins. Adopt a strategy to manage technology, including emails and social media. Apply deadlines to your work and work in time blocks to improve efficiency. Recognise that managing people…
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Free Article – Introduction to Time Management
Key Learning Outcomes Determine that the lack of time management skills will lead to mistakes, and increased and sustained stress levels and few rewards in your business. Understand that high stress levels during times of peak performance should be the exception rather than the rule. Show how you are investing your time and identify areas…
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Effective To-Do List
Key Learning Outcomes Creating a to-do list will ensure you use your time effectively, focus on important activities and feel in control. Learn about the importance of creating a new to-do list every day before you leave work. Understand the importance of focusing on the top priority tasks and those than can be carried out…
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Urgent / Important Matrix
Key Learning Outcomes Learn about this time management tool that is particularly useful in today’s fast paced business world. Understand the theory behind the tool and the purpose of each of the four quadrants in the matrix. Complete our template to analyse where your time is being spent. Develop procedures that ensure you spend most…