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In this chapter you learned about many important aspects of organization and time management. Revisit the following key points, and reflect on how you can use this information to support your success now and in the future.
Getting organized helps you quickly and easily find the materials and information you need to carry out the activities required to achieve your goals. To get organized, you need a clean, quiet study space and a system (electronic, paper, or both) for managing and backing up course documents.
Applying a four-step process can help you manage your time: (1) Track how you’re using your time now, (2) identify your priorities, (3) build a schedule that allocates enough time to your top priorities, and (4) use tools to track your progress on your projects so you can hold yourself accountable for meeting your obligations.
Procrastinating can prevent you from reaching your goals and make you vulnerable to distractions. When you figure out why you’re procrastinating, you can address the cause, which may range from low motivation to perfectionism.
Eliminating distractions (for example, by turning off electronic devices) can help you focus on the work at hand and use your time wisely.
Getting organized and taking control of your time can help you get a job, excel in that job, and free up time for your personal life so that you maintain a work/life balance.