Managing Time in Fast Forward Module Summary
Purpose
To help you manage your time in the Age of Fast Forward
Learning Goals
· Focus on priority tasks that help you achieve your goals.
· Minimize interruptions that reduce your productivity.
· Handle the tyranny of voice mail and email.
· Manage multiple priorities and incoming requests.
Design Concept
Winning the Time Crunch Game
Learning Principles
· The Time Crunch: Defining what’s urgent versus what’s important
· Setting goals and priorities
· Managing tasks and activities
· Negotiating multiple priorities
Behavior Models
Managing Multiple Priorities
Self-Assessment
Identify strengths and weaknesses about the way you manage your time
Individual and Group Exercises
How to Win the Time Crunch Game
· Maximize Fast Forwards: Set goals and priorities; identify tasks
· Reduce Fast Fires: Tackle priorities before they become urgent; complete task lists
· Zap Energy Suckers: Manage email, voice mail and networked calendars
· Minimize Time Gobblers: Make realistic time estimates; negotiate alternatives
· Take Advantage of Energy Chargers: schedule short breaks; reward yourself; schedule time for yourself
Role Play
Practice “Managing Multiple Priorities” model in triads (Delegator, Negotiator and Observer)
Action Planning
Commit to actions to maximize your strengths and minimize your weaknesses
Approximate Time Length of Module: 3.0 – 3.5 hours