Islamic Work Series – Effective Time Management and Personal Productivity

Introduction

The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allāh be upon him) said: “Take advantage of five matters before five other matters: your youth before you become old; your health, before you fall sick; your wealth, before you become poor; your free time before you become preoccupied, and your life, before your death.” (Narrated by Ibn Abbas in the Mustadrak of Hakim & Musnad Imam Ahmad. Sahih)

The scholars regard this as one of the core hadiths of the religion as it spurs one to right action in so many different life circumstances. It contains two key principles with respect to Islam’s approach to time management: a sense of urgency to our life and expressing thanks for our blessings.

This programme is intended to empower participants with personal empowerment, effectiveness and time management skills to divide their various roles in their lives.

This programme will be excellent for those who have to excel in their lives, lead others, set an example, and manage team mates to reach a goal. The Accelerated Learning Technology used in this course is unique to the brand of the workshop as participants learn 400% faster than any other courses.

Furthermore, this workshop is intended for those who have to lead various roles in their lives and to manage their busy schedules.

Personal time management skills are essential for professional success in any workplace. Those able to successfully implement time management strategies are able to control their workload rather than spend each day in a frenzy of activity reacting to crisis after crisis – stress declines and personal productivity soars! These highly effective individuals are able to focus on the tasks with the greatest impact to them and their organization.

This workshop is designed to help participants to be proactive, responsible and empowered. Every participant will benefit from this training by learning how to live a happy and contented life while achieving personal goals.

 How Will You Benefit

Upon completion of this programme, the participants will be able to:

• Give awareness on the importance of managing their time wisely to fulfil various roles in their lives
• Plan and prioritize each day’s activities in a more efficient, productive manner
• Set and evaluate SMART goals
• Use routines to maximize their productivity
• Use scheduling tools to make the most of their time
• Stay on top of their to-do list
• Start new tasks and projects on the right foot
• Use basic project management techniques
• Organize their physical and virtual workspaces for maximum efficiency
• Take back time from e-mail and handheld devices
• Beat procrastination
• Handle crises effectively and quickly
• Organize your workspace and workflow to make better use of time
• Delegate more efficiently
• Use rituals to make your life run smoother
• Plan meetings more appropriately and effectively
• Identify the best approach to a stressful situation (Alter, Avoid, or Accept)
• Understand what lifestyle elements you can change to reduce stress

Who Should Attend

This program is suitable for Executives, Managers, Secretaries, Clerks, Administration Assistants, Heads of Departments.

Methodology

Delivery will be done using the Accelerated Learning Technology. The Accelerated Learning technology makes use of flip charts, music, movies, colours and co-operative learning to create the relaxed and joyous environment. Some of the methods used to create impact full learning include:

• Modelling
• Games
• Simulations
• Metaphors
• Role Plays
• Projects
• Individual Reflections
• Group Discussions
• Physical Activities

True learning occurs through discovery. The various methods used in the programme allow you to be fully involved in the process and discover the learning for yourself. Once you discover, you learn and you take ownership of the learning.

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