Most people think they are efficient; but unless they know how to manage their time, it's unlikely they will ever be fully effective. Poor time management can also have a knock-on effect on your colleagues and the team you work with. Chapter 1: Prioritising Your Time. To effectively prioritise your time you must prioritise urgent vs important, plan with deadlines and anticipate problems. Chapter 2: Time Management and Interruptions. It is important to learn how to deal with interruptions decisively, act assertively, limit phone time, and see others as a source of support. Chapter 3: Time Management Tips. Some time management tips include cutting the clutter, doing one task at a time and tackling the difficult tasks first, and being conscious of time.