Motivation

• Few people can finish their daily work perfectly. Why is this?

• Whether time management is important, or performing method is incorrect.

Objectives 

• Propose methods to effectively manage time, make plans, and deal with problems.

• In this book, Dr. Bichines propose "3 steps to deal with a problem":

  1. What: Define the problem. 

     • For a task, you need to define specific goals, and confirm with others such as boss, and partners.

  2. Why: Analyze the problem

     • How long does it take you to complete this task?

     • What you should do before and after?

     • Do you know time management?

     • Which resources do you need?

     • Could you find any supporters?

     • How are social interactions and relationships with colleagues?

  3. How: Solving the problem

     • Based on the previous 2 prerequisites, let's start to do the task.

Chapter 1: Time Management Definition

1. 4 levels of time management.

   • Develop a sense of time management. (Nảy sinh ý thức về quản lý thời gian)

   • Master the basics of time management. (Nắm vững phương pháp cơ bản về vấn đề quản lý thời gian)

   • Make a plan and stick to it. (Lên kế hoạch và kiên trì thực hiện)

   • Improve efficiency. (Nâng cao hiệu quả)

2. Time schedule based on each person's needs.

   • The effect of circadian clocks and biorhythms on work performance. (Đồng hồ sinh học và nhịp sinh hoạt ảnh hưởng đến năng suất làm việc)

   • Time arrangement based on your own biorhythm of life. (Sắp xếp thời gian dựa trên nhịp sinh hoạt của bản thân)

3. The inverse planning method from the last goal.

   • Determine future goals for the next 5 years. (Xác định mục tiêu tương lai sau 5 năm)

   • From the 5-year goal, count backward 2 years. (Từ mục tiêu 5 năm, đếm ngược lại 2 năm)

   • Are you currently working hard for your future? (Hiện tại bạn đã nỗ lực vì tương lai của mình hay chưa)

4. Time management from the planning.

5. Overcome the bottleneck in time management.

6. Get to know and make use of your free time.

Chapter 2: Ability to Manage Time at Work

1. The to-do list is the daily plan.

2. Focus on only one task for 25 minutes.

3. Big task analysis - Small motivation accomplishment.

4. Process each group of similar tasks to improve productivity.

5. Completely eliminate obstacles in the work

Chapter 3: Master Your Time

1. Save time - Start small

2. Reading areas everywhere

3. Schedule reminders for planning

4. People who love to cook often know how to manage time.

Chapter 4: Common Mistakes in Time Management

1. Should not be too perfectionist

2. Call directly instead of texting

3. Successful people also do chores

4. Not timely communication leads to a waste of time

Chapter 5: A Notebook for Effective Time Management

1. Get familiar with the notebook

2. How to choose a suitable notebook

3. How to use a notebook effectively

4. A notebook with full of personality