{"id":5341,"date":"2022-03-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-04T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/?p=5341"},"modified":"2023-06-02T09:43:50","modified_gmt":"2023-06-02T13:43:50","slug":"why-time-management-more-than-managing-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/why-time-management-more-than-managing-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Time Management is More Than Just Managing Your Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/why-time-management-is-more-than-just-managing-your-timec.jpeg\" alt=\"Image of a businesswoman talking on a cell phone\" class=\"wp-image-21275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/why-time-management-is-more-than-just-managing-your-timec.jpeg 681w, https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/why-time-management-is-more-than-just-managing-your-timec-480x479.jpeg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 681px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that time management is more than just managing your time?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking for ways to revamp <a title=\"9 Things You Must Know About Time Management Skills\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/about-time-management-skills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">managing your time<\/a> when you&#8217;re at work, home, or school?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Time management is more than just managing your time because it involves how you are participating in that time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only must you plan how you\u2019ll spend your time, but you have to work in the time you\u2019ve allotted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In essence, you are both a time manager and worker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s quite an interesting thought, isn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to keep in mind that neither role is more important than the other when it comes to managing your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both roles are equally important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What ultimately matters most, however, is how you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/7-reasons-why-its-important-to-be-on-time\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"7 Reasons Why It\u2019s Important to Be on Time\">spending your time<\/a> between these roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog post, you&#8217;ll find some tips to help you shoulder your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/spend-less-time-on-computer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"How to Spend Less Time on the Computer\">time responsibilities<\/a> as a time manager and worker.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep these tips in mind as you perform your daily, weekly, and monthly tasks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides viewing your tasks in a whole new light, you&#8217;re sure to view your time in a whole new way, too!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Determine specific manager and worker tasks.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First things first, specify which of your tasks are manager and worker tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having trouble distinguishing one set of tasks from another? Consider the following descriptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A manager is someone who:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Makes decisions and directions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sets goals and targets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordinates the performance of specific and predetermined tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handles issues as needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has final overarching responsibility for a project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A worker is someone who:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Follows decisions and directions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seeks to reach goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Performs specific and predetermined tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handles issues as defined by a manager (if any)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contributes to, but does not have ultimate responsibility or accountability for a project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the above descriptions, which of your daily, weekly, or monthly tasks are more manager-oriented?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of your daily, weekly, or monthly tasks are more worker-oriented?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need some clarity, create a list of tasks commonly found in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/schedule-calendar-2017\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"2023 Calendar: 40 Things to Schedule into Your Calendar\">calendar.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, simply mark each task with a \u201cM\u201d or \u201cW\u201d as necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limit your time in each role.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be difficult to finish your work if you\u2019re constantly switching between manager and worker roles every fifteen minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve got to stay in one role long enough so you can actually <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/how-to-get-things-done\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Get Things Done: Here\u2019s How to Stay on Track\">get things done<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Practice limiting the time you spend within each role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do your best not to integrate the two, no matter what.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can state your intent at the beginning of each work session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will help keep your mind focused on the task at hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you might say something like, \u201cThis is a planning session,\u201d or \u201cThis is a task session,\u201d as you sit down to do your work. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Know your stronger (and weaker) role.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you more inclined to make plans or do you prefer to roll up your sleeves and work on a detailed task?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to know which of the roles is a strength or weakness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know where your strengths lie, you can take steps to improve your weaknesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make a concerted effort to shore up your weaker role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be afraid to learn new things and put yourself in situations that will constantly expand and test your newfound knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might look into researching books, blogs, training, or coaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another option is to learn from a colleague, friend, or family member who compliments your natural strengths and talents. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Be honest with yourself.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you accidentally let that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/why-create-meeting-agenda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"4 Fantastic Reasons Why You Should Create a Meeting Agenda\">work meeting<\/a> run thirty minutes late?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you avoid your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/5-reasons-why-you-should-create-a-weekly-meal-plan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"5 Reasons Why You Should Create a Weekly Meal Plan\">weekly schedule<\/a> planning session in lieu of running errands at the store?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, you have to hold yourself responsible for your actions\u2026no matter what happens!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try viewing your actions objectively as facts\u2026and nothing more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/7-smart-reasons-why-you-should-work-with-a-time-management-coach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"7 Smart Reasons Why You Should Work with a Time Management Coach\">time-based<\/a> issue took place yesterday, last week, or last month?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How might you correct or prevent a similar situation from happening in future?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are 100% honest with yourself, then you will find the answers you seek.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>How about you? Where do you struggle in the time management spectrum? Do you find it more difficult to make plans or to sit down and complete tasks? Join in the conversation and leave a comment below!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does the idea of time management baffle you?<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s managing your time and then there\u2019s working and getting stuff done during that time.<\/p>\n<p>What gives?<\/p>\n<p>In this post&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":21275,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[325],"tags":[355,909,364,110,72,881,910],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5341"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5341"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5341\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24171,"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5341\/revisions\/24171"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/21275"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5341"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5341"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theorderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5341"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}