Create 1.1.1 Time Management Forum

The following tools are what I used to make more effective use of my time.  These tools  have work for me well in my personal and business life.  The online world is the same for implementing these time management tools. Only the work location changes from a physical setting to an online setting.

1) Consider Your Biological Prime Time.
I  called this working my strengths.  I do the most intensely focused work when I am most alert.  The biggest gain is that the work is done in the shortest amount of time.

2) Do the Right Thing Right:  I learned from a colleague that you only suppose to touch student's work once for assessment and evaluation.  When a student turns in an incomplete assignment  for me to grade, it slows down the assessment.  Therefore,  I want them to have all the tools to do it right the first time and I give them many opportunities to ask questions and collaborate with peers about assignments.  I inform students they are no do-overs.  However, you can negotiate an extension based on unforeseen circumstances or lack of understanding.

3) Spend Time Planning and Organizing:  I suggest to students and parents to make sure the students have all the tools needed to complete the assignment when they start the assignment.  Whatever you believe you need should be available for immediate use.  This saves a lot of time and frustration in starting and stopping a project.  

4) Restrictions:  I put restrictions on the use of my time by others...They must have a plan, be prepared and give me a time.  I tell them how must time I will allot them for assistance.  If the plan is good and they need additional time...Great. If not, that's it.  In the business world, I am a little more flexible.  However, my colleague knows I do expect professionalism.

5) Goals:  Set reasonable goals.  This means you have to be honest about how you work and what the completion of the task requires.  Early in a task, you may need to adjust the time allowance for the goal.  Do it.