Tips for Managing Time & Stress

Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe. -Abraham Lincoln

Tips for Improving Prioritization Skills

• Prioritizing Tasks
• Delegating Tasks
• Establishing Deadlines
• Setting Goals

Tips for Improving Time Management

• Break tasks into smaller chunks. If you have a large project, break it down into smaller tasks and then prioritize them. This will help you to see the entire picture and make sure that nothing is being overlooked.
• Set timers for yourself when working on your projects or studying for exams, so that you don't end up spending too much time on one task or another without realizing it (and then feeling guilty).
• Utilize technology to help manage your time better: apps like Toggl can track how long tasks take; Google Calendar can keep track of what needs doing when; Trello allows you to create checklists for each project so that nothing slips through the cracks; RescueTime helps identify where in your day are most productive so that those periods aren't wasted by distractions like social media sites/games etc.
  
  

Strategies for Managing Stress

• Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is a type of meditation that involves focusing on the present moment and observing your thoughts, feelings, and sensations without judgment. It can help you to stay focused on what's important in your life so that you don't get caught up in things that aren't relevant right now.
• Regular exercise: Exercise has been shown to reduce stress levels by releasing endorphins (the body's natural feel-good chemicals) into the bloodstream during physical activity, which helps improve moods as well as overall health by strengthening muscles and bones while lowering blood pressure.
• Get enough sleep: Sleep deprivation can lead to irritability and poor decision making abilities--not qualities you want when trying to manage stress! Getting enough shut eye will ensure that your mind remains sharp throughout the day so that you're able to focus on prioritizing tasks effectively rather than letting them pile up until they become overwhelming later down the road."

Building an Effective Support System

There are many ways to build an effective support system. Here are a few suggestions:

• Find a mentor. A mentor is someone who has been where you want to go, and can help guide you through the process of getting there. They can also give feedback on your work and provide encouragement when things get tough. If no one comes to mind immediately, consider asking friends or colleagues if they know anyone who might fit this role for you.
• Ask for help when needed--and don't be afraid of making mistakes! Asking for assistance doesn't mean that something is wrong with your skills or abilities; it simply means that there are areas where other people may have more knowledge than yourself (which is true of everyone). When seeking out assistance from others, try not only asking them questions but also listening carefully while they respond so as not miss anything important about what they say next time around!