Time Management Matrix

Stephen Covey’s classic book, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, provides guidance to both novice and seasoned online instructors. Ironically, you probably do not have time to read this 381-page book. However, it’s worth reviewing concepts of urgent vs. important tasks, as summarized by Eric Jackson (Forbes) and illustrated by this time management matrix. Jackson, referring to Covey, recommends starting the week by creating a two-by-two table where the top is labeled “urgent” and “not urgent” and the side is labeled “important” and “not important.”