Time Management Tips-Straight College Flex Edition!

Managing your time is going to be key to a successful start to the school year. Although it can be difficult to manage all that you have going on with classes, work, and extra-curricular activities, you've got to practice managing your time effectively to avoid poor academic performance and, most of all, being stressed by it all. Don't worry, I've got you covered with some helpful tips to organize yourself and your day as a college student. It won’t happen overnight, but with practice and a plan of action, you can do this.

T I M E- M A N A G E M E N T TIPS
· Get familiar with your class schedule.

· Prioritize your schedule (Focus on things that are important and due soon).

· Find balance between work, school and personal time.

· Use a planner to keep you organized (Write down important dates, exams and events). The Never Give Up College Prep Planner is a great place to start.

· Utilize your phone as a tool to keep up with important dates (You have your calendar, notes and to-do list all right there).

· Don’t stress, things happen. Plan for unexpected challenges that might arise, so that you are as prepared as possible.

· Manage your stress (When you are feeling overwhelmed, take breaks in between studying to clear your mind).
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· Reach out to someone for help (If you are having trouble managing your time effectively, reach out to a friend, your academic advisor, student academic services, career center, a professor or mentor on campus). You are not alone.




TAKEAWAY MESSAGE: MANAGE YOUR TIME EFFECTIVELY BECAUSE AIN’T NOBODY GOT TIME TO BE STRESSING OR MISSING OUT ON A BLESSING!