Planning and prioritization: This involves setting goals and determining the most important tasks to focus on in order to achieve those goals. It requires taking the time to evaluate the demands on your time and to prioritize those that are most important. Task allocation and scheduling: Once you have a clear understanding of what you need to achieve, the next step is to allocate time for each task and to schedule the time in your calendar. This helps you to stay focused and on track. Time control and flexibility: Effective time management also requires the ability to control distractions and interruptions, as well as the ability to be flexible and adjust your plans as needed. This means having the discipline to stay focused on your priorities, as well as the flexibility to adapt to c