Time Management

1. Time Management
The Time Trap

2. Agenda/Time Traps
• Inability to say “NO”
• Taking on to many tasks
• Poor Communication
• Unscheduled Interruption
• Inadequate Planning

3. Inadequate Planning
• Prioritize tasks
• Schedule tasks
• Create a Chart with tasks
• Create a Checklist with tasks/ Check off tasks as you complete them

4. When To Say “NO”
• You don’t have an opening in your schedule
• Don’t get caught up doing other people assignments

5. Taking on to many tasks
• Stay focused.
• Schedule tasks with the highest priority.
• Do not allow other people issues distract you by taking on more than
you can handle.
• Distribute tasks among others.

6. Benefits Of Managing Your Time
• You will get the most out of your
work day.
• Avoid Wasting Time.
• You can achieve balance in your
schedule.

7. References
The Time Trap @2009 Alec Mackenzie and Pat Nickerson

8. Other Resources
• Company handbook
• Other policy documents
• Contact name/phone for each area

9. Required Paperwork
• Point out and explain any forms needing immediate action.
• Give deadlines for completing new employee paperwork.

10. Summary
• Discuss the topics covered.
• Reiterate your welcome.
• Remind the participants to submit paperwork.
• Wrap up the orientation session.