Chapter 6: Prioritize ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career...

Chapter 6: PrioritizeChapter 6: Prioritize

©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

Facts about TimeFacts about Time

Everyone has the same amount of time

There are no “time-outs” or “turn-backs”

Time flows at a steady rate

Therefore, we must learn how to effectively manage the time we have!


Time management is …Time management is …

You can’t control time, but you can control yourself!

Time management = Self discipline

Self discipline is making choices, making changes, using willpower, and taking responsibility.


Do You Have Free Time?Do You Have Free Time?

Not created by putting off workNot time spent procrastinatingNot time taken away from obligations

Is time you reward yourself withIs time you create by planning aheadIs time you can enjoy after obligations


Time Management Types Time Management Types pg. 134pg. 134

• The Circler – same patterns, same results• The Doodler – no attention to important

details• The Squanderer – wasting too much time• The Beggar – frustrated and expecting

extra time• The Planner – too much time spent

planning• The Hun – waiting, then being

inconsiderate • The Passivist – “no reason to even try”

Learning to Say “No”Learning to Say “No”

Think before you respondReview your schedule firstLearn to be assertive (not rude)Put yourself and your future firstNegotiate a reasonable deadlinePut a time limit on your “yes”


Ways to Simplify Your LifeWays to Simplify Your Life

• Identify what matters to you• Escape from technology daily• Learn to delegate• Record how you spend your time• Spend money to save time• De-clutter and organize• Live in the moment• Learn to give thanks and to do

nothing


ProcrastinationProcrastination

Why do we fall into this trap repeatedly?

What has procrastination cost you?◦A good grade?◦Money?◦Reputation?◦Dignity?◦Doing your best?


Causes of ProcrastinationCauses of Procrastination

• Superhuman expectations• Fear of not knowing how to complete task• Lack of internal motivation• Fear of failing• No real plan for completing task• Task is considered unpleasant or uninteresting• Laziness or apathy• Distractions or lack of focus• Choosing “fun” before responsibility• Waiting for the “right” mood

How Do You Spend Your Time? How Do You Spend Your Time? Pg. 143Pg. 143

Spend one week recording your activities

Look for distractions, interruptions◦Friends or family?◦Technology?◦Being unorganized?◦Playing before work?

Plan and Organize your Life Plan and Organize your Life p. 144p. 144

Divide your daily tasks into three lists:◦Must do (first priority)◦Need to do◦Would like to do

Rank items within each listNow you have a plan!

Must Do Need to Do Would Like to Do


Research career projectStudy for Finance test on FridayRead Chapter 13 for chemistry ThursdayMeet with chemistry study groupAttend English class at 10:00 amWork from 2-6ExerciseBuy birthday card for momWash the carTake shirts to dry cleanerBuy groceriesCall Janice about the weekend

Eustress vs. Distress p. 145Eustress vs. Distress p. 145

Stress is your body’s response to people and events in your life.

Two Types of Stress◦Eustress (good stress)◦Distress (bad stress)


Physical Signs of Stress p. Physical Signs of Stress p. 146146

HeadachesFatigueCoughsAbdominal pain & diarrheaMental disordersDry mouthInsomniaChest pain & HypertensionJitters


Types of Major Stressors p. 149Types of Major Stressors p. 149

Situational: event that causes stress◦Example: death of a loved one

Psychological: internal mental stress◦Example: unrealistic expectations

Biological: internal physical stress◦Example: weight gain/loss

Chapter ReflectionsChapter Reflections

Can you control time?What is the relationship between time

management & self discipline?How can you simplify your life?What are some causes of procrastination?What is the difference between eustress &

distress?How do you create a plan?Differentiate among the three types of

major stressors.What are signs of depression?


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