By Cogen Academy

TIME AND PRIORITY MANAGEMENT: “Mastering Your Time to Work Smarter and Lead Better”

• DURATION: 1-Day Workshop

• COURSE DESCRIPTION:

In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environment, managing time and priorities is critical for personal effectiveness and team success. This workshop equips participants with practical tools and proven frameworks to take control of their schedules, set clear priorities, manage distractions, and focus on what truly matters. The session combines mindset shifts with hands-on techniques to help professionals work smarter, not harder.

• TRAINING OBJECTIVES:

This training aims to help participants become more intentional and effective in managing their time and energy. It focuses on building the habits, systems, and mindset needed to set priorities, avoid burnout, and achieve high-impact results. Participants will walk away with strategies to make better daily decisions and stay aligned with their personal and professional goals.

• KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify key time-wasters and manage distractions more effectively.

• Set clear, meaningful priorities using tools like the Eisenhower Matrix and ABC prioritization.

• Plan and structure their workday for high productivity and energy.

• Use practical techniques for task batching, scheduling, and time blocking.

• Say “no” with clarity and confidence to protect focus and energy.

• Build habits that reduce overwhelm and improve long-term effectiveness.

• WHO SHOULD ATTEND? 

This workshop is designed for professionals, team leaders, and managers who handle multiple responsibilities and want to improve their ability to focus, prioritize, and deliver results without burnout. Whether you are leading a team or managing your own workload, this course will help you master your time to work better and lead smarter.

• COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

This course does not require any prior technical skills or formal qualifications. Participants should be open to self-reflection, willing to challenge unproductive habits, and committed to improving how they manage time and priorities at work and beyond.

• MODULES:

Module 1: Rethinking Time and Energy

This opening session invites participants to explore their current time habits and beliefs. They will reflect on how they spend time versus how they want to, and understand the cost of constant busyness. Participants will also assess their energy rhythms and how these influence productivity.

Module 2: Setting Priorities with Clarity

Participants will learn how to distinguish between urgent and important tasks using tools such as the Eisenhower Matrix and ABC prioritization. They will also explore goal alignment and learn how to avoid common traps like reactive planning or working on low-impact tasks.

Module 3: Planning the Workday Strategically

This session focuses on structuring a productive day. Participants will practice techniques such as time blocking, task batching, and planning by outcomes rather than activities. They will also learn how to schedule deep work and manage shallow work efficiently.

Module 4: Boundaries, Focus & Habits that Last

In the final session, participants will explore how to protect their time and attention. They will learn strategies to say no effectively, set boundaries with confidence, and manage digital distractions. The workshop concludes with personal action planning to build sustainable time habits that align with personal and professional goals.

• TRAINING METHODS:

• Structured sessions with clear goals, activities, and wrap-ups.

• Engaging mix of lectures, discussions, role-plays, peer sharing, and hands-on tasks.

• Facilitator-led, adaptive, and participatory approach.

• Content tailored to audience needs and outcomes.

• Includes action planning and personal reflection.

• BEYOND THE TRAINING: CONDITIONS PRACTICE & COACHING

The real impact comes from applying what you’ve learned. Keep the momentum by:

• Action Planning: Revisit your personal plans, set reminders, and track progress.

• Peer Support: Stay connected with fellow participants to share progress and stay accountable.