{"id":134,"date":"2018-06-11T18:34:20","date_gmt":"2018-06-11T22:34:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/learningtolearnonline\/?post_type=chapter&p=134"},"modified":"2018-08-24T14:46:41","modified_gmt":"2018-08-24T18:46:41","slug":"choose-a-task-management-system","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/pressbooks.bccampus.ca\/learningtolearnonline\/chapter\/choose-a-task-management-system\/","title":{"raw":"Manage daily tasks","rendered":"Manage daily tasks"},"content":{"raw":"Now that you can see the big picture of your semester and weekly priorities, the next step is to create a daily to-do list to prioritize your tasks.\u00a0 The video below introduces you to some principles for creating daily task lists. When you are finished, click the Next<\/em> arrow\u00a0to choose strategies for managing your tasks.\r\n\r\n[embed]https:\/\/youtu.be\/a54mf_Odli4[\/embed]\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nManaging Daily Tasks Video Transcript<\/strong>\r\n\r\nBy the time you\u2019ve finished the day today, what will you have accomplished? In this video, you will learn to create a system to manage your daily to-do list, so that you can prioritize effectively and use your time efficiently. For every task you have to complete, you need to decide:\r\n\r\n1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 When do I need to finish this by?\r\n\r\n2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How much time will it take? and\r\n\r\n3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Is this task a priority, or can it wait until later?\r\n\r\nA good to-do list helps you make sure that you complete all of your high priority tasks, and that you allocate a manageable amount of work to each day. So, how do you make a daily task list? First, you will want to find the format that works best for you.\u00a0 Some people prefer to use a paper planner.\u00a0 Others prefer to use the reminders function on their phone, or another task list app.\u00a0 Choose the format that meets your needs the best. Second, you will need to divide your work into tasks that are specific, measurable, and achievable. In general, a task should be anything that you can complete in a single work period \u2013 for example, in an hour or less.\u00a0 If you have a large project, break it down into smaller tasks.\r\n\r\nThird, you will need to assign your tasks to a specific day. \u00a0Make sure that each day\u2019s task list is reasonable and achievable.\r\n\r\nFourth, prioritize each day\u2019s tasks.\u00a0 What tasks must<\/em> be finished today.\u00a0 Be sure that you complete these before moving on to lower priority tasks.\u00a0 After the most important things have been done, move on to the less urgent tasks.\r\n\r\nAt the end of the day, decide what to do with any tasks that aren\u2019t yet complete.\u00a0 Most often, you will move the task to another day.\u00a0 You might also decide that the task isn\u2019t important, and delete it from your list.\r\n\r\nFinally, be sure to reward yourself for a day\u2019s work well done. If you are able to create an effective motivational system for yourself, you will be less likely to procrastinate, and more likely to finish your most important work each day.\r\n\r\nTo summarize, a daily to-do list can help you stay on track and achieve your most important goals.\u00a0 Choose a tool that works for you, organize your tasks, prioritize them, and work through your list each day.","rendered":"

Now that you can see the big picture of your semester and weekly priorities, the next step is to create a daily to-do list to prioritize your tasks.\u00a0 The video below introduces you to some principles for creating daily task lists. When you are finished, click the Next<\/em> arrow\u00a0to choose strategies for managing your tasks.<\/p>\n