“Time is gold,” the old saying is always true in any era, especially for students. Stepping into university, you are like a “carp released into the vast ocean,” more free and proactive in studying and living. But because of this freedom, many students struggle to manage their time effectively, and end up “waiting until the last minute.”
Thinking back to when I first entered university, I was just as confused as you are. My schedule was empty, but the assignments piled up like mountains, not to mention countless exciting extracurricular activities. I studied hard, but knowledge just “went in one ear and out the other.” Luckily, a senior student shared some “divine” time management secrets with me, and from then on, my studies went much smoother.
Let me share these “family secrets” with you!
1. Plan Like a “General”
Have you ever heard the saying “no teacher, no success”? In the “battle” with time, you also need a brilliant “military advisor,” and that is a plan. Start by setting clear goals for each period, such as: What GPA do I want to achieve this semester? What extracurricular activities do I want to participate in?
Then, allocate time reasonably for each activity, from attending classes, group study, doing homework, joining clubs to even rest and leisure time. Remember, creating a detailed and specific plan is like a “treasure map,” it will help you go in the right direction and not get lost.
Right now, you can also refer to more useful tips in soft skills books for students to improve your time management effectiveness.
2. Prioritize the “Golden Goose”
Among countless tasks, learn to distinguish the “golden goose” – the important tasks that need to be prioritized. The Eisenhower Matrix method – classifying tasks into 4 levels: Important & Urgent, Important & Not Urgent, Not Important & Urgent, Not Important & Not Urgent, will help you “see through” the problem.
Remember, don’t let “trivial” tasks take up all your time. Instead, focus on things that are truly important, bringing great value to your goals.
3. Eliminate “Time Thieves”
Did you know that phones, social media, games… are invisible “time thieves”? They distract you, make you lose focus, and waste precious time.
To “defeat” these “enemies,” set time limits for yourself, turn off notifications when you need to concentrate, or use time management apps on your phone.
In addition, procrastination is also a formidable “time thief.” Develop the habit of “never putting off until tomorrow what you can do today,” start working as soon as possible, and avoid rushing when the “deadline is chasing you.”
4. Rest Properly to “Recharge Energy”
Did you know that working continuously without rest will reduce efficiency? Our brains are like machines, they need to be “recharged” after a period of operation.
Take time to rest and relax properly, get enough sleep, exercise regularly… to recharge energy, help your mind refreshed, increase concentration, and work more effectively.
5. “Train the tree from when it is young” – Cultivate Discipline
According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Thuy, a leading expert in soft skills training, the secret to effective time management is to cultivate discipline. Create a scientific schedule for yourself, follow it seriously, and turn it into a good habit.
It may be difficult at first, but “constant dripping wears away the stone,” gradually you will find time management becomes easier, helping you master your student life in the most complete way.
Conclusion
Effective time management is a “golden key” to help you open the door to success in learning and life. Apply the secrets I have shared immediately, and you will see positive changes in just a short time.
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