Time Management Strategies

verb to fill or pack tightly; to force into a small space

adjective packed tightly; filled to capacity

• The library was so crowded that all the study tables were crammed with students.
• I crammed all my clothes into my suitcase for the weekend trip.
• The party was so packed, we were all crammed in like sardines.
• Her mind was so crammed with information, she couldn't focus on one thing at a time.

noun a person who makes slow progress and falls behind others

adjective sluggish or slow in movement or progress

• The laggard in the group struggled to keep up with the rest of the team.
• Don't be a laggard and finish your work on time.
• That guy is such a laggard, always falling behind everyone else.
• The company's outdated technology made it a laggard in the industry.

noun a person who is in charge of or controls something

verb to be in charge of or control something

• As the project manager, it is crucial to efficiently manage resources and timelines.
• I need to figure out how to manage my time better so I can get everything done.
• I have to juggle a million things at once, but somehow I manage to keep it all together.
• She had to learn how to manage the storm of emotions that came with the breakup.

verb The word 'managing' is a verb that describes the action of controlling or organizing something.

adjective The word 'managing' can also be used as an adjective to describe someone who is skilled at organizing or controlling things.

• She excels at managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• I'm not great at managing my time, I always end up procrastinating.
• He's a pro at managing his money, always knows how to stretch a dollar.
• Managing a team is like conducting an orchestra, you have to keep everyone in tune.

verb the action of sleeping briefly or taking a nap

• After a long day of work, I like to take a short nap to recharge my energy.
• I was napping on the couch when the doorbell rang.
• I'm just gonna nap for a bit before we head out.
• The project seemed to be napping until a new team member brought fresh ideas to the table.

verb Nearing is a verb that indicates approaching or getting closer to a particular point in time or distance.

• The project is nearing completion and will be ready for presentation next week.
• I can't believe we're nearing the end of the semester already.
• We're almost there, dude. We're nearing the finish line.
• As the sun began to set, the day was nearing its end.

noun a person or thing that organizes or arranges something

adjective describing the quality of being organized or arranging things

• The event organizer ensured that everything ran smoothly and according to plan.
• The party organizer did a great job setting up the decorations.
• The concert organizer totally rocked at putting together an awesome lineup.
• As the organizer of the group, she was like the glue that held everyone together.

noun a technique used in project management to allocate a fixed amount of time to complete a task or project

• Timeboxing is a project management technique where a fixed amount of time is allocated to complete a task or project.
• I'm going to try timeboxing my study sessions to see if it helps me stay focused.
• Timeboxing my chores really helps me get things done efficiently.
• In life, we are all timeboxing our priorities to make sure we focus on what truly matters.

noun a gerund or verbal noun that refers to the act of focusing on a single task or activity at a time

• Monotasking is the practice of focusing on one task at a time without distractions.
• I find that monotasking helps me be more productive than multitasking.
• I'm trying out this new thing called monotasking to see if it improves my efficiency.
• In a world filled with distractions, monotasking is like a breath of fresh air for your productivity.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• Please refrain from sitting on your butt during work hours as it is important to maintain a professional posture.
• Hey, stop sitting on your butt and help me with this project!
• Quit sitting on your butt and start hustling to achieve your goals.
• Don't just sit on your butt waiting for opportunities to come to you, go out and make things happen.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• It is important to prioritize business before pleasure in order to achieve success in the long run.
• Let's finish up the work tasks before we relax and have fun, you know, business before pleasure.
• No time for play until we get this project done, it's all about business before pleasure.
• Just like how a farmer tends to the fields before enjoying the harvest, we must focus on business before pleasure.

noun a noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'microscheduling' is a noun referring to the process of creating detailed schedules or plans in small increments of time.

• Microscheduling is a technique used in project management to break down tasks into very small time increments.
• I have to do some microscheduling for my study sessions to stay on track.
• I'm all about that microscheduling life to make sure I get everything done.
• Just like a well-oiled machine, microscheduling keeps everything running smoothly in my daily routine.

noun a blend of the words neglect and exit, referring to a situation where someone neglects to exit a place or situation

verb to neglect to exit a place or situation

• The company's neglexit of their environmental responsibilities led to public backlash.
• She always seems to neglexit her chores until the last minute.
• Don't be a neglexit and forget to pick up the pizza on your way home.
• His constant neglexit of his health eventually caught up with him.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

interjection a word or phrase that expresses emotion or exclamation

• In the business world, it is important to stay proactive because if you snooze, you lose.
• Hey, remember to sign up for the event early because you snooze, you lose!
• Dude, if you snooze, you lose out on the best deals!
• Life moves fast, so remember, you snooze, you lose.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this)

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause

article a word that is used to limit a noun, either definite (the) or indefinite (a/an)

• Before we move on to the next topic, let's put a pin in it and revisit this issue later.
• Let's just put a pin in it for now and come back to it when we have more time.
• Hey, let's put a pin in it and grab some lunch before we continue.
• When emotions run high, sometimes it's best to put a pin in it and revisit the conversation when everyone has calmed down.

noun a person who helps others overcome procrastination by providing support and accountability

• Hiring a procrastination nanny can help individuals stay on track with their tasks and deadlines.
• My procrastination nanny keeps me accountable and makes sure I don't put things off until the last minute.
• I need my procrastination nanny to kick my butt into gear and stop me from slacking off.
• Think of a procrastination nanny as your personal time management coach, helping you make the most of your day.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• It is important to keep a handle on the company's finances to ensure stability and growth.
• I need to keep a handle on my spending if I want to save up for that vacation.
• I gotta keep a handle on my grades if I want to pass this class.
• She struggled to keep a handle on her emotions during the difficult time.

noun A person who is naturally active and alert early in the morning

• She is not a morning person and prefers to start her work in the afternoon.
• I'm definitely not a morning person - I need at least two cups of coffee to function properly.
• My roommate is such a night owl, she always makes fun of me for being a morning person.
• Being a morning person doesn't just mean waking up early, it also means being full of energy and positivity at the start of the day.

noun a person who is idle or lazy

verb to waste time or avoid work

adjective describing someone who is lazy or avoids work

• It is unprofessional to goof-off during work hours.
• Stop goofing-off and start working on your assignment.
• I heard they got fired for goofing-off too much at the office.
• Don't goof-off when it comes to pursuing your dreams.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or other adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun in a sentence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• It is important not to get ahead of yourself when making long-term plans for the company.
• Hey, don't get ahead of yourself with those big ideas before we've even started.
• Dude, chill out and don't get ahead of yourself with all these grand plans.
• Sometimes it's easy to get ahead of yourself and start imagining success before putting in the necessary work.