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1 Cornerstones for Career College Success 3rd edition
Topic: Prioritize ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

2 Everyone has the same amount of time
There are no “time-outs” or “turn-backs” Time flows at a steady rate Therefore, we must learn how to effectively manage the time we have! Facts about Time ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

3 You can’t control time, but you can control yourself!
Time management = Self discipline Self discipline is making choices, making changes, using willpower, and taking responsibility. Time management is … ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

4 Do You Have Free Time? Not created by putting off work
Not time spent procrastinating Not time taken away from obligations Is time you reward yourself with Is time you create by planning ahead Is time you can enjoy after obligations Do You Have Free Time? ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

5 Time Management Types pg. 166
The Circler – same patterns, same results The Doodler – no attention to important details The Squanderer – wasting too much time The Beggar – frustrated and expecting extra time The Planner – too much time spent planning The Hun – waiting, then being inconsiderate The Passivist – “no reason to even try” Time Management Types pg. 166

6 Think before you respond Review your schedule first
Learn to be assertive (not rude) Put yourself and your future first Negotiate a reasonable deadline Put a time limit on your “yes” Learning to Say “No” ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

7 Ways to Simplify Your Life
Identify what matters to you Escape from technology daily Learn to delegate Record how you spend your time Spend money to save time De-clutter and organize Live in the moment Learn to give thanks and to do nothing Ways to Simplify Your Life ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

8 Procrastination Why do we fall into this trap repeatedly?
What has procrastination cost you? A good grade? Money? Reputation? Dignity? Doing your best? Procrastination ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

9 Causes of Procrastination
Superhuman expectations Fear of not knowing how to complete task Lack of internal motivation Fear of failing No real plan for completing task Task is considered unpleasant or uninteresting Laziness or apathy Distractions or lack of focus Choosing “fun” before responsibility Waiting for the “right” mood Causes of Procrastination

10 How Do You Spend Your Time? Pg. 177
Spend one week recording your activities Look for distractions, interruptions Friends or family? Technology? Being unorganized? Playing before work? How Do You Spend Your Time? Pg. 177

11 Plan and Organize your Life p. 180
Divide your daily tasks into three lists: Must do (first priority) Need to do Would like to do Rank items within each list Now you have a plan! Plan and Organize your Life p. 180

12 Stress is your body’s response to people and events in your life.
Two Types of Stress Eustress (good stress) Distress (bad stress) Eustress vs. Distress ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

13 Physical Signs of Stress
Headaches Fatigue Coughs Abdominal pain & diarrhea Mental disorders Dry mouth Insomnia Chest pain & Hypertension Jitters Physical Signs of Stress ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

14 Three Types of Major Stressors
Situational Psychological Biological Three Types of Major Stressors Pg. 184

15 Depression Situational depression Clinical depression Dysthymia
Seasonal depression Postpartum depression Look for signs! Depression Pg. 187

16 Chapter Reflections Can you control time?
What is the relationship between time management & self discipline? How can you simplify your life? What are some causes of procrastination? What is the difference between eustress & distress? How do you create a plan? Differentiate among the three types of major stressors. What are signs of depression? Chapter Reflections ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e


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