Time Management Self-Assessment Quiz

The tasks I work on are the ones with the highest _______.

I find myself completing tasks at the last minute or asking for extensions.

I set aside time for planning and scheduling.

How much time do you spend on each of the various tasks you do?

I find myself dealing with interruptions.

I use goal setting to decide what tasks and activities I should work on.

I leave contingency time in my schedule to deal with the unexpected.

I know whether the tasks I am working on are high, medium, or low value.

When I am given a new assignment, I analyze it for importance and prioritize it accordingly.

I am stressed about deadlines and commitments.

Distractions keep me from working on critical tasks.

I have to take work home in order to get it done.

I prioritize my To-Do List or Action Program.

I confirm my priorities with my boss.

Before I take on a task, I check that the results will be worth the time put in.

Time Management Quiz Instructions

Complete the quiz by selecting the statement that best describes you for each of the 15 statements.
Click "Calculate Total" after answering all the questions.
Copy and paste your quiz responses, including results and explanations, into a Word document.

Areas of Development in Time Management

Goal Setting
- Review responses to Questions 6 and 10.
- Assess how effectively you set goals for tasks and activities.
- Evaluate any stress related to deadlines that may affect goal achievement.
Prioritization
- Analyze responses to Questions 1, 4, 8, 13, 14, 15.
- Consider how well you prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Check if you confirm priorities with necessary stakeholders, like your supervisor.
Managing Interruptions
- Examine responses to Questions 5, 9, 11, 12.
- Identify the frequency and impact of interruptions on work efficiency.
- Explore strategies to minimize distractions while working.
Procrastination
- Reflect on responses to Question 2.
- Investigate tendencies to complete tasks at the last minute or request extensions.
- Consider the underlying reasons for procrastination and how to overcome them.
Scheduling
- Review responses to Questions 3 and 7.
- Assess your approach to planning and allocating time for tasks.
- Determine if you leave enough contingency time for unexpected events.

Document Submission

Include detailed notes for each category based on responses.
Send the completed Word document to your Mentor for review; do not only provide the overall score.

This quiz helps you evaluate your time management skills by guiding you through a series of statements to describe your habits. After completing the quiz, you'll receive insights into areas of development in goal setting and prioritization. Use this information to enhance your efficiency and productivity.