Time Management

Answer each of the following questions first in your word processor. When you are finished, be sure to save your work. Then copy it and paste it all into the appropriate box below. This activity has several parts to it. Do not leave any of the parts undone. It is better to do a bit more than a bit less than you think is necessary. That way I can be pretty sure you have read through the chapter and understand it pretty well.

Please base your responses to the questions below on the reading in chapter 11 of your text:

From this chapter's reading respond to the following questions. Make sure you have answered them sufficiently enough to demonstrate that you have thoroughly read and understand the principles in the chapter. (Do not copy and paste from the chapter into your answers).

• What is time management?
• Explain how we gain control over our time and our lives.
• Describe the difference between something that is urgent and something that is important. Which of the two usually has the higher value in the long run? Why?
• Explain what it means to Sharpen the Saw.
• How does integrity relate to time management?
• Describe the essence of serendipity and explain why this is an effective style of time management.
• List the three top ways, among those that are mentioned (or perhaps some that aren't mentioned) that would help you the most to overcome procrastination.
• Explain why you always do what you want to do.
• Finish your discussion with your thoughts of how this information affects you personally including any insights you had about yourself and the stress that you experience.