When I was attending a college admissions panel a few months ago, the speaker revealed the two major reasons that high-achieving high school students are no longer high-achieving once they reach college: poor lifestyle choices and ineffective time management. The second category really piqued my interest because, as we all know, time management skills are not easily mastered.
To be frank, sometimes I still struggle with making the most of the time that has been allotted to me. I know that time management in college will be much more comprehensive than it is for me now, but I'm hoping that sticking to my tried-and-true organizational system will put me on the right track.
1. Find Your System: Do you love technology and built-in notifications? Google Calendar and other apps might be your best options for time scheduling. If you prefer writing your schedule, try using a planner and/or desktop calendar. If you're utterly indecisive (like yours truly), try your hand at a system that incorporates both technological and written timekeeping. I put important events (like appointments and meetings) and deadlines (usually college-related) on my Google Calendar because I love being able to set customized notifications for them; I use a paper planner to keep track of my day-to-day school assignments and smaller tasks.