Firstly, write things down. A common time management mistake is to try to use your to keep track of too many details, which lead to information overload. Try using a to-do list to put things down.It is a good way to take control of your projects and tasks and keep yourself organized.
Secondly,prioritize your list.Rate your tasks into categories using A B C D propriety system.You are supposed to spend more of your time on the things that really matter to you.
Thirdly, learn to say no. Many people become overloaded with too much work because they overcommit. They say yes when they really should be saying no. Leam to say no to low priority inquests and you will free up time to spend on things that are more important.
The next tip is to identify your bad habits.Make a list of bad habits that are stealing your time,sabotaging your goals and blocking your success. After that, work on them one at a time and systematically eliminate them from your life.Remember the easiest way to eliminate a bad habit is to replace it with a better one.
Finally,don't be a perfectionist.Some tasks do not require your best efforts.Sending a short email to a colleague,texting your friend about the evening sports game,for example,shouldn't take any more than a few minutes.Learn to distinguish between tasks that deserve to be done excellently and tasks that just need to be done.