Soft Skills

Time Management &

Goal Setting
TM & GS Objectives
1. Define Time Management
2. Concept of Time
3. Estimating Time
4. Define Goal Setting
5. The Process of Goal Setting
Typical Lifestyle
 Time Management
noun: time management
the ability to use one's time effectively or
productively (Oxford Dictionary)
 Concepts of Time
1. Traditional African concept of time
Two-dimensional view – the Zamani and the
Sasa (time moves backwards – cyclical; based
on events)
2. Western concept of time
Three-dimensional view of time
(time moves forwards – linear)
Adapted from African Religions and Philosophy by
Prof. John S. Mbiti
 Estimating Time
• Determine a goal
Step 1

• Break down the goal into

Step 2 actionable tasks

• Assign time for each actionable

Step 3 task
Discussion
Goal Setting
 Goal Setting
Merriam-Webster.com defines a goal as
“something that you are trying to do or
achieve”.

Goal setting is the process of deciding what

you want to accomplish and devising a plan
to achieve those desired results.
The Goal Setting Process

Define
Break Obstacles
the goal Flesh out Action
down the and
(SMART the goal steps
goal resources
goal)

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Define the Goal
 Flesh out the Goal
To flesh out something is to give it
substance, or to make it fuller or more
nearly complete.
Break Down the Goal
Break down your goal into actionable tasks
that you can perform.
Obstacles & Resources
Identify each obstacle to reaching your goal
and identify resources for overcoming it
 Action Steps
Create specific action steps for the first task
of your goal and schedule it.
Discussion
Thank You