Time Management

Effective time managers are not born that way! The ability to use time efficiently is a skill that you can master, with thought, intent and effort. In essence, time management means taking charge of your life, becoming aware of this most valuable resource--time-- and learning how to invest it most profitably. The questions can help you to assess whether or not you could use a little guidance in this area.

1	I tend to procrastinate a lot and often don't get my work completed on time.	True	False
2	I oversleep and miss too many of my morning classes.	True	False
3	I cram for my exams at the last minute.	True	False
4	I don't have a study schedule to speak of.	True	False
5	Most of my studying feels like I'm playing "catch up".	True	False
6	My extra-curricular activities interfere with my establishing an effective study schedule.	True	False
7	I frequently have to ask for extensions on major assignments.	True	False
8	I don't think I'll ever be able to achieve a balance between school work, social activities, exercise and sleep.	True	False
9	I have trouble getting started on large assignments or projects.	True	False
10	I play computer games and check my e-mail instead of studying.	True	False
11	I have a hard time prioritizing the things I need to do.	True	False
12	I spend most of my time studying when I'm not in class--and have an inadequate social life.	True	False
13	I spend most of my time with my friends when I'm not in class.	True	False
14	I generally study just for the classes I have to attend the next day.	True	False
15	I am chronically late for class, meetings and other events.	True	False

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