Who is the Time Management course suitable for?

The Time Management course is suitable for anyone who feels short of time, experiences an imbalance between work and private life, or wants to bring more structure to their work. If you want to set your boundaries better or learn to delegate, this classroom course is a good fit too. No prior knowledge is required.

Which topics are covered during the Time Management course?

During the Time Management course you cover, among other things, the Eisenhower model for setting priorities, formulating SMART goals, delegating, assertiveness and managing stress using the RET method. You also work on communicating effectively, bringing structure to your work and practical tools. You finish with a personal action plan, so you can get started in your own practice straight away.

What does the teaching method of the Time Management course look like?

The Time Management course is classroom-based and lasts, alternating between concrete experience, experimenting with behaviour, reflection and theory. You practise with situations from your own working practice, which are gathered beforehand through an intake. Each exercise is given a brief theoretical framework. You finish with a personal action plan, so that you can get started straight away at work.

Do I receive a certificate after the Time Management course?

Yes, on completion of the Time Management course you receive a certificate of participation from Learnit. This certificate confirms that you attended both course days in full and took an active part in the practical exercises, theory blocks and the drawing up of your personal action plan. You can use the certificate for your portfolio or training record with your employer.

Can I also take the Time Management course in-company or as a bespoke course?

Yes, the Time Management course is available as an in-company course and can be tailored to your requirements. Beforehand, we use individual intakes to establish the learning objectives, practical experience and prior knowledge of the participants. On that basis we put together the final programme, so that the exercises match recognisable situations from your own working practice. In this way you work with the whole group on concrete improvements within your own organisation.

What is the difference between Learnit's Time Management course and a short online course or e-learning on productivity?

An e-learning or short online course mainly teaches you techniques: keeping to-do lists, drawing up a schedule or using apps. Learnit's classroom Time Management course goes a step further, because time management is essentially self-management. Alongside methods such as the Eisenhower model and SMART goals, you also work on assertiveness, delegating and stress management using the RET method. In addition, you practise with your own real-life situations, which are collected through an intake beforehand. A trainer gives you direct feedback on your behaviour, something e-learning cannot offer. The costs are higher. Choose this classroom course if you notice that you already understand the problem, but in practice get stuck on setting boundaries, making choices or a structurally high workload.

Which specific models and methods will I learn during Learnit's Time Management course?

During the Time Management course you work with three core models that you can apply straight away. You use the Eisenhower model to organise tasks by urgency and importance, so that you make conscious choices in planning your day. With the SMART method you formulate goals that are Specific, Measurable, Acceptable, Realistic and Time-bound, which makes intentions achievable. You use the RET method (Rational Effectiveness Training) for stress management: you examine limiting beliefs and thereby tackle the cause of work-related stress, not just the symptom. In addition, you learn to structure your work over the long, medium and short term, and you practise skills in delegating and assertiveness. The course is taught in a classroom setting. You finish with a personal action plan.

How do I know whether the Time Management course suits me, or whether I would be better off choosing coaching or a leadership programme?

Learnit's Time Management course is suitable if you want to get a grip on your own workload, priorities and planning. You learn to work with models such as Eisenhower, SMART and RET, and you practise assertiveness, delegating and dealing with stress. The course focuses on individual skills and behaviour. Choose a team coaching programme or leadership course if the workload is structurally out of balance, if a team keeps falling back into old patterns, or if absenteeism and stress complaints persist despite earlier courses. In those cases the cause often lies in collaboration, expectations and communication within the system, not in individual skills. Learnit offers a no-obligation advisory meeting for this. The price for the Time Management course in the classroom.

How quickly can I apply what I learn during the Time Management course in practice?

You can already apply most of the techniques as you go along. The Time Management course lasts 2 days and is classroom-based, with time between the days to practise at your own workplace. An intake takes place before the course, so that the exercises match situations from your own practice. Concrete instruments such as the Eisenhower model for priorities, SMART for objectives and the RET method for handling stress can be used immediately in your daily planning and conversations. On the second day you draw up a personal action plan with your next steps. Skills such as assertiveness, saying no and delegating take more time: they grow through repetition in the workplace, often over a few weeks to months.

What do I need to prepare in advance for the Time Management course, and how does the intake work?

An individual intake takes place prior to the classroom Time Management course. In it, the trainer takes stock of your learning objectives, real-life situations and problem areas. The final programme is determined on the basis of that input, so that the exercises match situations from your own work. Useful preparation: keep track of what you spend your time on for a week (measuring is knowing), note down concrete situations in which you run short of time, and consider which tasks you find difficult to delegate or where you find it hard to say 'no'. No prior knowledge is required. The course is built around practical exercises, supplemented by short pieces of theory such as the Eisenhower model, SMART and the RET method. On day two, you draw up a personal action plan.

What does Learnit's Time Management course give me that I would not learn in a general course?

Learnit's Time Management course combines classic time management skills with personal behavioural components. That sets this course (classroom-based) apart from many other providers who focus solely on planning and tools. Alongside the Eisenhower matrix for setting priorities and SMART for setting goals, you work on assertiveness, delegating, communicating effectively and coping with stress using the REBT method. The latter examines limiting beliefs, based on the idea that 'thinking differently = doing differently'. In concrete terms, this means you learn not only how to organise your diary, but also why you find it difficult to say no or to let go of tasks. Beforehand, an intake interview takes place in which your learning objectives are identified, so that the exercises match your own working situations. You finish with a personal action plan.

What does the Time Management course cost and how long does it take?

You will find the current price at the top right of this course page, together with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.

Time Management Course

Name: Time management
Price: 1250.0 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.6 (52 reviews)

Do you feel you are always playing catch-up while the workload keeps growing? In this Time Management training course you get a grip on your priorities, learn to delegate and bring structure to your work. That leaves you with more time and more peace of mind.

Description

Do you feel as though you are constantly playing catch-up and regularly running short of time? In this Time Management course you gain control over your work by distinguishing urgent tasks, setting priorities and bringing structure to your day.

Because time management is above all self-management, you also consider your role at work and your working relationships with colleagues. You work with the Eisenhower model, the SMART method and the RET method, among others, to tackle limiting beliefs. Skills such as assertiveness, delegating and dealing with stress are central.

You practise with situations from your own working life, which are gathered beforehand through an intake. Each exercise is supported by a clear piece of theory. You conclude the course with a personal action plan, which you can put to use in practice straight away.

Topics

During this course the following topics, among others, are covered:

Basic principles of time management: overview, planning, calm and communication.
Bringing structure to your work: distinguishing between long-term, medium-term and short-term tasks.
Setting priorities and making choices: which tasks are important and which are urgent? You will work with the Eisenhower model.
Delegating: determining which tasks you are assessed on and which you can hand over. Stating clearly and concretely what you expect.
Assertiveness: learning to set your boundaries. When do you find it difficult to say no, and what effect does that have?
Communicating effectively: how does the communication process work and what pitfalls should you watch out for?
Setting achievable goals with SMART: well-formulated intentions are easier to carry out.
Stress management: using the RET method, you examine your limiting beliefs and tackle the underlying cause.
Practical tips: handy aids and digital tools that support you on a daily basis.

You mainly practise with situations from your own working practice and conclude the course with a personal action plan.

Result

After this course you set priorities effortlessly and make conscious choices in your work. You bring structure to tasks in the short, medium and long term, and recognise what is genuinely urgent and important using the Eisenhower model.

You are aware of your role at work and of the tasks on which you are assessed. As a result, you dare to delegate where you can and you indicate your boundaries clearly. With the SMART method you formulate achievable goals, and with the RET method you tackle limiting beliefs and stress at the source.

You leave the course with a personal action plan, practical tips and concrete tools to apply straight away in your own working practice. The result: more overview, less stress and a better balance between work and private life.

Target audience

This course is suitable if you often feel you are short of time. Do you recognise yourself in one or more of these points?

You can no longer find a good balance between work and private life, your workload keeps increasing, you want more insight into and structure in your work, you want to be better at setting boundaries.

This list is of course not complete, because everyone is different. What would you like to focus on within the theme of time management?

Teaching method

During the course we alternate between concrete experience, experimenting with behaviour and techniques, reflection and exploring theory. In this way the programme suits different types of participants. There is plenty of action in the course, so that you actually experience the effect of new behaviour. You notice straight away what does and does not work for you.

We emphasise that you are responsible for your own development and that you take ownership of it. We invite you to reflect continuously and to make links with your day-to-day practice. Our aim is to increase your insight and to let you make the translation to practice yourself. That increases the chance of real behavioural change.

Prior knowledge

You do not need any specific prior knowledge for this course. Do you recognise the feeling of being short of time or of mounting pressure at work? Then you are very welcome. Before the course you will have an intake interview, so that we can tailor it closely to your situation.

Comments

This course works best if you don't schedule the days too far apart. Between day 1 and day 2 you practise what you have learned in your own work; on day 2 we discuss what works and what still causes friction. A short intake meeting takes place beforehand, so that we can match the course to your practice.

In-company

Would you like to organise this training for a whole group or several groups? This can be cost-effective. For example, we can tailor the content entirely to your organisation, and training a whole group is also cheaper.

Are you looking at large numbers of participants or a complete academy? That involves a great deal. Consider planning and communication, for example, or identifying and agreeing the objectives and content of the training. Or differences in level, feedback mechanisms and safeguarding. Fortunately, Learnit has extensive experience in this field (more than 25 years) and we are happy to help you through this process.

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Language

The training is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer has a good command of English. English-language course material can be used. With a minimum enrolment of 3 participants, the training can also be given entirely in English.

Number of days:

2 days

Course times:

from 10 am to 5 pm

Study load:

14 hours

Education level:

This training is suitable for all levels.

Exemptions:

Exemptions do not apply to this course.

Preparation time:

No preparation time applies to this course.

Certificate:

At the end of the course, a certificate is issued as proof of participation.

The best training for you

At Learnit you will always find a course that takes you further. From (technical) IT skills to communication or personal leadership. You can also choose the training format that suits you best: a classroom course, a tailor-made course at your own office, an online course or an e-learning. We have the right course and the right format for everyone. Because learning in the way that suits you best delivers the best results.

Moving forward together

Taking a training course at Learnit means learning together. Together with your experienced trainer, together with your course group or together with your colleagues. And whether you take the training at home, at your office or at one of our training locations, we are always available to help you. To share our knowledge with you in a way that is genuinely useful to you. Getting further together through personal attention and understanding each other well; that is what we believe in.

Apply it directly in your work

Learning theory from a book that you can then hardly use in your work? Not at Learnit! Whichever training you take with us, you can put it to use at your workplace straight away. Because of the unique learning objectives you set together with the trainer at the start of the training. Because of the alternation between theory and (interactive) practical assignments. And by bringing the challenges you face in your daily work along to the training.