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What are some tips for effective time management?
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1. Create a daily/weekly schedule and stick to it.
2. Prioritize tasks according to their importance.
3. Take regular breaks to recharge and refocus.
4. Learn to say “no” to tasks that are not urgent or important.
5. Make a list of all the tasks you need to complete and break them down into smaller actionable items.
6. Avoid distractions like cell phones and social media sites.
7. Avoid multitasking and concentrate on completing one task at a time.
8. Delegate responsibility for tasks that can be completed by somebody else.
9. Make effective use of time blocks by scheduling time for distracting activities as well as work.
10. Plan ahead and use tools like a calendar to remind yourself of upcoming deadlines.