Managing Time Effectively Organizational Behavior Abstract `For an organization to be managed effectively it is necessary to manage its time wisely. Procrastination should not play a major role in your daily duties. It is also important that managers and employees follow the decision-making process before making an imperative decision. This will help eliminate barriers predisposed to failure. Teamwork and team building skills also play an important role in the workplace. Everyone should realize that there is a common goal for which each individual has a shared responsibility.` ` Effective time management is a systematic process that requires determination and long-term commitment. Time management skills are your abilities to recognize and resolve personal time management problems. With good time management skills, you are in control of your time, life, stress, and energy levels. You are able to maintain balance between work, personal and family life. You have enough flexibility to respond to new opportunities. All time management skills can be learned. You will see many improvements simply by becoming aware of the essence and causes of common personal time management problems. Depending on your personal situation, these obstacles may be the main reason you procrastinate, have trouble saying no, delegating, or making time management decisions. ` ` Decision-making skills are also a key component of time management skills. Decision making can be difficult. Almost every decision involves some conflict or dissatisfaction. The hard part is choosing a solution where the positive outcome can outweigh the possible losses. Avoiding decisions all together seems easier. However, making your own decisions and accepting the consequences is the only way to maintain control of your time, your success, and your life.` 1. Recognize that you have a problem. a.See a wide range of options. B. Don't limit yourself to obvious choices. 3. Evaluate each choice in terms of consequences. arise from each alternative. B. Think about the costs involved. 4. Make a decision. A. Determine the best alternative. B. Make wise choices that will lead to greater career advancement 5.