10 LESSON COURSE

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Prioritizing &
planning
We will uncover how to effectively manage our tasks and
schedules. By mastering the skills of prioritization, planning, and
structuring our time, we are setting ourselves up for success.
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objectives ACTIVITY
ACTIVITY

SMART goals
TOPIC

Prioritizing tasks
In this lesson, we’re diving into the nitty-gritty
ACTIVITY
of planning and prioritizing. Ever find yourself
overwhelmed by a to-do list that's a mile long? Eisenhower Matrix
We’ll walk through how to sort tasks based on
what’s truly important, and we’ll arm you with TOPIC

strategies and tools to hit your goals. Ready to

take control?
Large projects
ACTIVITY

Your action plan

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that you have enough time to learn, into Practice
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newfound knowledge.

Put your newfound knowledge into Take a moment to

practice in the real world. think things through.
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Prioritize tasks to focus your energy effectively and
work towards your goals amid life's responsibilities.

As life gets busier, it's important to find ways to juggle

everything. Building good time management and
organization skills can help you use your time wisely. A
helpful tip is to set SMART Goals. This way, you have a
clear plan to follow, making it easier to finish what you
start.
 WHAT'S A SMART GOAL?
Specific: What do you want to accomplish? Who needs to be
included? When do you want to do this? Why is this a goal?

Measurable: How can you measure progress and know if you’ve

successfully met your goal?
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Achievable: Do you have the skills required to achieve the goal?
If not, can you obtain them? What is the motivation for this goal?
Is the amount of effort required on par with what the goal will
achieve?

Relevant: Why am I setting this goal now? Is it aligned with

overall objectives?

Time-bound: What’s the deadline and is it realistic

 ACTIVITY
10
Minutes

Be SMART
with your goals
Take a moment to reflect on how you balance the different aspects of
your life, including school, personal, and extracurricular activities.
Think about your long-term and short-term goals in each of these
categories.

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 PRIORITIZE,
ACCOMPLISH,REPEAT

Sometimes, a full to-do list can lead us to feel overwhelmed.

Have a plan of attack to avoid missed deadlines and stress. Rethinking your approach
by prioritizing tasks will help you gain clarity and control.
 THE EISENHOWER MATRIX

A tool for prioritizing and categorizing tasks

URGENT NOT URGENT

It divides tasks into four categories:

Urgent and Important: Tasks that require immediate attention and Schedule:

IMPORTANT
1 Do:
Tasks with unclear
have a significant impact on goals. Tasks with deadlines
deadlines that contribute to
or consequences.
long-term success.

2
Important but Not Urgent: Tasks that contribute to long-term
goals and should be scheduled.
Delegate:
Urgent but Not Important: Tasks that demand immediate attention

NOT IMPORTANT
Delete:
3 Tasks that must get done
but have little impact on long-term goals. but don't require your
Distractions and
unneceessary tasks.
specific skill set.

4
Not Urgent and Not Important: Tasks that are low-priority and can be
ignored or postponed.
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into Prac
kill
tice

The Eisenhower
Matrix
In the next activity you will find a template: use this to create a schedule. Reflect
on what we discussed and tackle the important and immediate tasks first.
Remember to focus on one task at a time and set aside enough time to get
everything done.

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TACKLING LARGE PROJECTS

When faced with a big project, like a long essay or

complex presentation, it can be hard to know where to
start, and the task can feel overwhelming.

It can be helpful to break the project down into smaller pieces that feel
more manageable. Think of a logical order to complete these tasks and
consider the estimated time
to complete each step.
 TOP TIP

If you are feeling overwhelmed,

consider talking over the project with
someone you trust, taking a step away,
or practicing mindfulness exercises.
TACKLING LARGE PROJECTS

Imagine you have a big essay due in two weeks. To get

started, you could create an action plan to complete small
tasks one-by-one.

• Research and decide on a topic

• Create an outline
• Write a topic sentence
• Write 2 sentences for each paragraph

You would then continue to create small, manageable steps until the essay is
complete.
 PLANNING AND TOOLS
The key to time management often starts with a well thought-out plan.
Writing tasks down on paper or a computer can help you visualize what you have coming up, allowing you to formulate a plan of attack. Try
and find a way to organize your goals that works best for you.

Planners Digital calendars To-do lists

Planners are a popular way to stay Digital calendars allow you to log your To-do lists are a simple and
organized and come in many different events and deadlines to avoid falling straightforward way to record &
styles. behind. visualize your upcoming tasks.
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Your action plan

Think of a large project you have coming up. Break the project down into
manageable steps to create your own action plan.

Let's practice!

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 QUOTE

"A goal without a plan

is just a wish."

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
LE PETIT PRINCE -1943
Well done!
That concludes
this lesson.

We hope you enjoyed it.

Key 1 Prioritize your tasks

takeaways
Remember to consider a task's urgency and how it aligns with
your personal goals.

2 Create a plan for each day

By tackling high-priority tasks first, you ensure you're investing
your energy where it matters most.

Let's take a look at our 3 Have an action plan

key takeaways from
today. Tackle large projects by creating action plans that break projects
down into simple, manageable tasks.

4 Check ins
Regularly check in with yourself to make sure your
commitments align with your goals and capacity.
 UPCOMING LESSONS

Executive Functions
The cognitive skills that allow you to manage your life.

Improving, not proving

Develop motivation and embrace a growth mindset.

Prioritizing & planning

Choose what’s most important to do first, so you use your time wisely.

Organize with purpose

Increase your productivity & success.

Procrastination & initiating

Overcome procrastination and take action towards your goals.
 UPCOMING LESSONS

Commitment & responsibility

Stay focused, committed, and accountable to achieve your objectives.

Decisions & solutions

Enhance problem-solving skills and make better decisions.

Make decisions with reason

Manage emotions, develop self-awareness, and foster emotional resilience.

Better relationships
Strengthen your connections through executive functions.

Celebrations & reflections

Acknowledge achievements, reflect on progress, and celebrate milestones.
Thank you!
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