Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

[1] explain the relationship between multitasking and task management; [2] articuate a process for determining whether activities are urgent vs. important; [3] explain how goal setting can motivate employees; [4] describe the characteristics of practical goals; [5] explain the benefit of using an incremental approach to achieving long-term goals; [6] give examples of ways to plan your time and avoid your tendency to procrastinate; [7] explain how time management tools such as the Five-Minute rule or and Pomodoro method work increase productivity; [8] illustrate three sources of distraction (other people, unnecessary policies, and distractions we create) and list ways to avoid them