Ultimate Guide to Time Management and Focus by Dr. Sarah Tynen
Dr. Sarah Tynen from CU Boulder provides practical tips on time management and focus. The guide emphasizes the principles of "less is more," encourages breaks for creativity, and suggests strategies like putting down the phone, establishing a daily routine, and cutting distractions. With a structured approach and accountability measures, you can enhance productivity and achieve your goals effectively.
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TIME MANAGEMENT AND FOCUS Dr. Sarah Tynen The Graduate School CU Boulder
BE KIND. Take lots of breaks. Turn off all media. Make time for creativity.
Water 2. SKELETON Food Sleep Exercise
HOW DO I ESTABLISH MY SKELETON? One focus at a time. Try one new focus every 30 days. Be specific and timely about your focus. I m going to drink 8 glasses of 8 oz cups of water per day. I m going to check in with myself every day at 12 pm and 5 pm to check water intake. Keep yourself accountable. Reward yourself.
3. CUT DISTRACTIONS Turn off your email. Have a pen and blank post- it or paper next to you to write down any other to- do tasks that come to your mind.
4. STRUCTURE Framework with flexibility across time and task. Start work at the same time every day. Write down your 3 Most Important Tasks (MITs). Establish specific tasks with time parameters: I m going to work on the outline for chapter 3 from 9-10 am. I m going to write 500 words of the introduction. I m going to analyze data from 1 interview for 50 minutes.
I get to check my phone when I finish this task! I get to take a walk when I finish this task! I get to close my eyes when I finish this task! I will treat myself when I finish this task!
ACTION PLAN Take it one day at a time. Try a bullet journal. Establish a no-phone goal for yourself. For example: No phone in the bedroom. Change where you charge it. Pick a focus for your skeleton: Water, food, sleep, or exercise. For example: No screens after 8 pm. Yoga every morning. Write down your 3MITs for tomorrow. Decide what time work time starts tomorrow.
RESOURCES Check out our calendar for a full listing of our upcoming online events. This semester, we are offering the following virtual support services: Grad+ Seminar Series for weekly tips on habits and productivity. Writing support for weekly writing groups and one-on-one writing consultation. Online workshops with Career Services and CAPS on everything from writing your CV to stress management. Online resources for tips on everything from writing to job searching. Digital credential badges to show future employers your professional skills. Meet with Sarah Tynen virtually for help with research projects, journal publications, and time management. Check out our professional development page for the full suite of programs and services we offer. Contact Sarah Tynen with any questions.
