Use Alarms and Reminders

Trainers often lose track of time when engrossed in work, and the alarms serve as helpful tools to track your progress and stay on schedule.

For example, if you know you need to spend an hour with a client, you can set the alarm for 55 minutes before you start working. Once the alarm goes off, you'll know it's time to wrap up and move on to the next thing.

Alarms can also help remind you to take breaks. If you know you need to work for two hours straight, you can set the alarm for every 20 minutes or at periodic intervals of your choice. This way, you'll ensure functioning efficiently and not get too bogged down. Whether you're using alarms to stay on task or take breaks, they can be a valuable tool in your time management arsenal.

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Set Goals and Rewards

Make sure you have a clear understanding of your goals.

What do you want to achieve?

Once you know your goals, you can start setting priorities.

What tasks or activities are most important?

Make a list of these and start scheduling them into your day. It will help you visualize your task better and stay on track.

Take it up a notch by adding an incentive to attain the objective. You can reward yourself with a snack, TV night, or anything that will motivate you to adhere to the plan you have set for yourself.

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Don’t Multitask

Most people believe that multi-tasking is a productivity hack. After all, what could be better than being able to do two things at once? However, the reality is that multitasking can be particularly detrimental to your productivity.

Studies have shown that trying two things at once can cause you to lose focus and make more mistakes. Additionally, multitasking can be draining both mentally and physically, leaving you feeling exhausted at the end of the day.

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Don’t Bite Off More Than You Can Chew

Set realistic goals for yourself and your business.

Be realistic about how much time you can dedicate to online training per day or week. Attempting to do too much at once will only lead to frustration and burnout. Gradually, one can always take on more tasks if needed.

One of the most important aspects of time management is learning to say "no." It can be hard to turn down new clients or opportunities, but it's crucial to set boundaries and make quick assessments in order to avoid becoming overwhelmed. It is impossible to do everything, and trying to work on too much will only lead to stress and frustration. Instead, focus on what is truly important and let go of the rest.