Topic 3: Time Management by Dr Azmi Nias Ahmad(25 July 2018)

What Is Time?

• Time is something that we experience on a daily basis;characterised by notions such as the past,present and the future.

ANALYZE YOUR USE OF TIME

Why Is Time Management Important?

• You can make more efficient use of your study time
• You feel calmer and more in control
• You achieve what you want to and need to faster
• You enjoy your life more

How to manage time?

• Create a life schedule
• Be flexible but realistic
• Allow time for planning to avoid repetition
• Avoid procrastination and distraction
• Exercise to clear your head in between study sessions.

REDUCE YOUR PROCRASTINATION

What is procrastination?

• Procrastination is the avoidance of doing a task that needs to be accomplished.

Causes of Procrastination

• Self-downing
• Lack of clear,specific goals
• Overscheduling
• Getting behind in your work
• Unclear about what to do
• They're tired or don't feel well
• Lack of motivation

Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination

• Start with the easiest part of the task
• Just get started
• Set realistic goals
• Create "To Do" lists
• Use positive self-talk
• Set priorities
• Identify escapiest techniques