Training Objectives

By attending this course participants will be able manage their time in the workplace more effectively to achieve more. Specifically, by the end of the course participants will be able to: 

• Describe their time use in terms of Knowledge, Attitude, Skills and Habits 
• Define what for them is important and urgent 
• Consider how their mental wellbeing can influence their effectiveness 
• Demonstrate the fallacy of multi-tasking and how to develop task focus 
• Practice developing more effective habits 
• Get more done 
• Reduce stress 
• Build the confidence that comes from a considered, structured approach 
• Gain buy-in from the team, and other stakeholders 

Training Outline

Time and KASH – what we are learning 

• The traditional approach to time is dead 
• Time & attitudes to it 
• What we manage when we manage ourselves 

Exercise: What we tell ourselves about time

Important &/or Urgent? 

• What is your job? 
• The IoU Matrix 
• Where your to do list fits 
• The essentials of prioritisation 

Exercise: Taking our list and setting priorities

Paper & technology Handling 

• Paper handling – 4Ds 
• Inbox in control – more 4Ds 
• Apps for application 

Exercise: Inbox exercise – what happens next?

The multitasking paradox 

• Getting more things done 
• Concentration by STING 
• Physiology of concentration 
• Fighting procrastination – now! 

Exercise: Easy as ABC

Time bandits – confront or cooperate? 

• Interruptions – who and when 
• Time bandit techniques 
• The Tech Time Bandits: tools & tips 

Example: Your screen right now

Managing yourself and your day 

• Energy & motivation 
• Meeting with your self 
• Fighting fatigue 
• Visualizing tomorrow 

Who Should Attend

The programme is idea for anyone who wishes to improve their time management skills in the workplace irrespective of their position, level or industry.

CPD Recognition

This programme may be approved for up to 7 CPD units in Personal and Professional Development. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.

In-house Training

For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.