If only I had more time I would... There is never enough time for... Where did my day go... Sound familiar?
Do you ever feel like there isn’t enough time in the day to get everything done? From phone calls to emails and just figuring out what's to work on first. Before you know it, most of the morning is gone and you still don't have a handle on your most important work.
You may find Time Blocking EXTREMELY helpful!! (FREE TIME BLOCKING TEMPLATE BELOW)
Time blocking groups like tasks and then sets aside blocks of time to complete them.
Normal scheduling methods allow for bouncing from task to task as they come up or when you're requested to help someone with something.
A time blocked calendar, on the other hand, would have each task scheduled out.
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So you might have a task from 8am - 845am to “Emails / Messages” and another task from 8:45am to 10:15am to “Project Time,” and so on.
By time blocking your calendar, you not only set aside blocks of time to handle projects, but it prevents you from be interrupted and being subject to context switching; shifting from one unrelated task to another.
Ever tried replying to emails between completing other tasks? Time blocking allows you to set specific times for important tasks so you can effectively focus on your high-priority work.
There are several benefits to using the time blocking method:
Improved focus: By blocking out specific times for specific tasks, you can eliminate distractions and stay focused on the task at hand.
Increased productivity: By scheduling blocks of time for high-priority tasks, you can ensure that you are using your time effectively and getting the most important things done.
Reduced stress: By planning your day in advance, you can feel more in control of your time and reduce the stress of trying to fit everything in.
Better time management: Time blocking helps you to manage your time more effectively, as you can see at a glance how much time you have available for different tasks and can adjust your schedule accordingly.
Overall, the time blocking method can be a useful tool for anyone looking to improve their productivity and manage their time more effectively.
PRO TIP - Be flexible and patient with yourself. Give time blocking a few days to see how you feel. If you feel drained, you may have over done it or misjudged what part the day is the post productive for you. Try shifting your time blocks a bit to see how that works.
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Time Blocking Schedule Template
To help you get you started with the time blocking method, we'd like to offer you a free time blocking schedule template, downloadable, printable, available in a weekly planner format.
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