{"id":1714,"date":"2024-05-28T17:04:09","date_gmt":"2024-05-29T00:04:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentrez.com\/severn-court\/?p=1714"},"modified":"2024-05-28T17:04:10","modified_gmt":"2024-05-29T00:04:10","slug":"5-time-management-hacks-every-student-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studentrez.com\/severn-court\/5-time-management-hacks-every-student-should-know\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Time-Management Hacks Every Student Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you sign up for a reasonable number of classes and extracurriculars and don\u2019t have too many additional responsibilities, it should be fairly easy to avoid falling behind schedule at college. The key to staying on track is good time management. To ensure you\u2019re never working on assignments at the last minute or missing out on social events because you need to stay home to study, here are a few steps you can take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Set Goals
    You\u2019ll be incentivized to manage your time better if you know you\u2019re working toward goals that matter to you. Use the SMART framework to create goals that are clear and achievable and that bring you closer to your dreams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Avoid Distractions
    Tasks take much longer than they should if you\u2019re constantly succumbing to distractions while studying. Stopping to check just a single notification on your phone may mean you lose your train of thought or end up spending far longer than you intended sending texts or looking at social media.
    Make your study sessions distraction free by turning off alerts and putting your phone out of reach. Plus, don\u2019t allow yourself to look at anything unrelated to what you\u2019re studying on your laptop. Lastly, let your roommates know that you\u2019re studying to ensure they won\u2019t disturb you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Take Breaks
    Breaks are important because it\u2019s impossible to maintain your attention for hours at a time. You\u2019ll be more motivated to keep studying if you know a break is coming up soon. Figure out how long you\u2019re able to focus before you need a break and commit to working for just this amount of time. Use your breaks for relaxing and healthy activities, such as stretching, eating a snack, or taking a short walk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Use Time-Management Tools
    All the above are easier when you use time-management tools. For instance, a to-do list will help you create small tasks that bring you closer to meeting your goals, whereas a Pomodoro timer is ideal for setting intervals to study interspersed with breaks. There are also features built into your devices that can help you manage your time, such as screen time limits for apps and focus modes. Lastly, every student needs a planner to create a weekly schedule and to keep track of important dates, such as when assignments are due and upcoming appointments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Run for a Leadership Position in a Student Club
    Time management is something you\u2019ll need to continuously work on improving. One place to learn great time-management skills is in clubs, particularly if you hold a leadership or executive position. Such roles teach you how to stay organized, avoid procrastination, prioritize, delegate work, and more.
    You\u2019ll find it easier to manage your time well if you feel in control of your schedule. This means minimizing interruptions that push you off track. The first step toward achieving this is to move out of campus dorms and into student rentals. Peterborough students can find a new home at Severn Court. You\u2019ll have your own fully-furnished room in a six-bedroom unit located just across the street from campus. Contact us now for an eight- or 12-month lease.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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