I seem to have TERRIBLE time management. Even when writing blog posts I seem to never have time because I always procrastinate and have time to do nothing. I heard that if you want something done, ask the busiest person you know. When I seem to have a lot more on my plate, I actually do complete it faster. My typical day (now as a senior) does not involve a lot of work (just a lot of studying). I’m good at finishing minimal work like worksheets because I do them during class or in, school but when I come it, hello Netflix. Oh Netflix. I consider it the best and worst invention in the world. All these beautiful shows and movies but … I have to do this and that. -_- I had these pink post-its on my assignment pad for a week now trying to write about the latest trend but I’m just so bad at managing my time that I leave it to midnight, and I’m to lazy to write. I don’t even get it though. My friend can get three hours of sleep and look fine (but grumpy) and I get seven hours and my face looks super puffy, and it looks like I got hit by a car…
Here are some tips I have (that I will use myself) to get things done:
- Make small lists– I have no idea about you but I like a lot of things. I have always been a fan of huge packets, and taking a lot of everything. The problem is, there is no way to finish all of it if you give yourself so much daily.
- Make a schedule- Set certain times where you do work and when you do other activities.
- NO EXCUSES– Don’t say you’ll do it later. Do it now.
- Give yourself small breaks– I love watching youtube videos after studying or doing homework (just try not to watch too many).
- Get priorities straight– Obviously school will always come first. It should for many high school students. That’s why my blog and other social media come second. Not that I don’t love blogging, but sometimes I just don’t have time.
- Sleep– I’m big on sleep. Another one of my friends pulled an all-nighter, (what) and she looked terrible. She couldn’t really focus in class because she was so tired. Ditch the caffeine and sleep. Just think tomorrow is another day. I will make the next one better.
- Stay away from distractions– Anything from electronics to people can be distracting when you are trying to study. I have a bad habit of chatting with my friends and then leaving them hanging for hours…
- Environment says it all- Find a place where you can work whether it’s the library or Starbucks, find a place where you will get things done.
I think that’s it for now. Please let me know anymore tips that you may have. Bye!
-Zoe
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