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Managing your time

“‘Time management’ is really a misnomer— the challenge is not to manage our time but to manage ourselves.” Stephen R. Covey

Time Tools

Managing yourself. It sounds easy enough, but many students struggle to successfully navigate the transition from a structured pre-college world to an unstructured university life. The following three tools can help you successfully structure your time and manage yourself.

It’s About Time

In addition to these tools, you’ll also want to explore our Top Four Time Management Musts for key secrets to winning control of your time and life. While you’re at it, surf over to our Proper Time Management page for a difference-making look at rewards, reality, priorities and pursuit!