Get Big Projects Done With Block Scheduling

The Case for Block Scheduling

On average, according to researcher David Meyer, switching time increases the amount of time it takes to finish the primary task you were
working on by an average of 25%. In short, juggling activities is incredibly inefficient.

It takes 25 minutes to regain concentration after each interruption. (Source: University of California-Irvine Study)

What are the benefits of Block Scheduling?

• It keeps you focused on the project at hand and prevents you from “flitting” from project to project with each interruption.
• You avoid interruptions during specific blocks and gladly accept them during other blocks.
• You accomplish more in a day.
• Your output is likely to be better quality because you weren’t hurried and could do your best work.
• You have better control over your schedule.
• You can tackle big projects by breaking them down into steps and doing one or more of the steps during a block time.

Try it

• Make an appointment with yourself and honor it the same way you’d honor a meeting.
• Set up blocks of time on your calendar throughout the week.
• Stick to the schedule as closely as possible, even with appointments and meetings that arise at the last minute.
• Schedule the blocks of time when you do your best thinking and are most creative.

Tip:  1 – 1/2 ½ hours most days of the week is ideal but 2-3 days may be most practical, especially at the beginning.

Can It’s Time To Get Organized help you set up your block schedule so you can get the maximum out of each day? Call 404-3-3-8431 or email: info@ItsTimeToGetOrganized.com.