Did you know that professionals spend an average of 4.3 hours per week searching for misplaced papers and files, costing businesses thousands in lost productivity? (Source: The Wall Street Journal). Without strong organizational skills, time management challenges and workplace inefficiencies can add unnecessary stress and limit professional success.
This one-day course is designed to help individuals develop effective organizational strategies, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks for maximum productivity.
The course is for anyone who need a more basic understanding of organizational skills and planning of tasks. Anyone who is new to the organization concepts should attend.
This course equips participants with practical skills to declutter their workspace, set priorities, manage time effectively, and eliminate distractions to enhance efficiency. Participants will learn to implement structured routines and organizational techniques that lead to sustained productivity and reduced work-related stress.
The impact of clutter and inefficiency on productivity
How strong organizational habits reduce stress and improve workflow
How to systematically organize your workspace
Sorting and managing physical and digital clutter
Creating designated storage solutions to maintain order
Understanding the 80/20 Rule to focus on high-impact tasks
The Urgent vs. Important Matrix for better decision-making
Writing structured to-do lists and breaking down complex projects
Developing a daily, weekly, and long-term plan
Managing distractions and overcoming procrastination
Techniques for staying on track and meeting deadlines
Creating effective filing and tracking systems
Best practices for managing incoming tasks and prioritizing requests
Using calendars, reminders, and productivity tools effectively
Creating a personalized organizational system
Reviewing and adjusting organizational methods for long-term success
Accountability strategies to ensure continued productivity
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Class times are listed Eastern time
This is a 1-day class
The classes listed are available to all United Training customers and does not reflect, in any way, the availability or support of technology within the University of Maine System.