Part 1

In conducting this assessment using the online calculator, I determined that there was some unutilized time available. This surplus time was subsequently allocated to family activities, considering their paramount importance in my life. As a national staff member and project manager with a well-structured workday, I easily gauged available time slots by consulting my calendar. Variations in my sleep patterns, with some days exceeding eight hours and others falling short, contributed to the initial time allocation discrepancies. Overall, I believe my time is effectively balanced and contributes to productivity.

To maintain an organized schedule, prioritization of tasks is crucial. Drawing from my leadership training, I employ a chart featuring circles of influence and control. According to Mackay (2020), when confronted with a multitude of urgent and important tasks, discerning their true importance becomes essential. Tasks under direct control are prioritized separately from those with only influence, accommodating varying deadlines. Time management within a corporate setting, in my perspective, demands a delicate balancing act. As Bailey (2020) suggests, maintaining a detailed daily activity log aids in understanding time allocation and identifying potential areas for improvement.

A sample ranking of tasks in order of priority includes:

1) Ensuring dinner with my wife and three children every night. 2) Managing projects under my leadership at work. 3) Contributing to projects in which I am involved. 4) Timely completion of coursework for school. 5) Adhering to my workout plan and diet. 6) Allocating leisure time and vacations with the family.

Family always takes precedence when ranking tasks. Despite the retreat ending before dinner, I prioritize being home. Work projects surpass the retreat in importance, but all work-related tasks are planned for the week. The company retreat obligation follows, ranking third. This allows time in the morning for workouts and proper meals, with evenings reserved for any remaining coursework. Before bed, I allocate time for reading and research.

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Part 2

The rationale behind my chosen time organization strategy is grounded in the fundamental importance of time management in my life. Given my busy weekly schedule, any tool that aids organization is valuable. Microsoft Outlook serves as my primary scheduling tool, allowing my team access to my calendar for meetings or scheduling on my behalf. For personal to-do items, I use the Microsoft app “To Do” on my phone, ensuring tasks are seamlessly integrated into my schedule.

Effective time management is essential for maintaining efficiency and productivity. Strict adherence to allocated time limits for tasks is a principle I firmly endorse, including ending meetings punctually to respect everyone’s schedules.

As a corporate employee, I prioritize keeping weekends clear for family activities. While the retreat did not significantly disrupt my schedule, I acknowledge the importance of updating personal schedules in work calendars to accommodate potential instructions from leadership.

Utilizing resources like Microsoft tools is critical for maintaining a cohesive schedule within a team. Alternative tools or paper calendars would pose challenges in staying on task and addressing team needs promptly.

The credibility of the source from the library is affirmed by its alignment with time management principles proven successful in my career. While more detailed than my usual references, the article provided valuable insights into task prioritization and effective time management.

References:

Bailey, K. (n.d.). [Source link]. Retrieved from https://viewer.books24x7.com/assetviewer.aspx?bookid=150218&chunkid=478072332

Mackay, J. (2020, May 5). [Source link]. Retrieved from https://blog.rescuetime.com/how-to-prioritize/

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