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Time Management Tips for Busy PMs

Being a Product Manager (PM) is a rewarding but challenging role. We must juggle multiple responsibilities like meeting deadlines, managing teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Effective time management is crucial for success. Here are some simple yet powerful tips to help you manage your time better and balance your busy schedule:

1. Prioritize Tasks. As a PM, you’ll often have a long to-do list. Not all tasks are equally important. Use a prioritization technique like the Eisenhower Matrix. This tool helps you decide which tasks to tackle first by categorizing them into four quadrants:

  1. Urgent and Important: Do these tasks immediately.
  2. Important but Not Urgent: Schedule these tasks for later.
  3. Urgent but Not Important: Delegate these tasks if possible.
  4. Not Urgent and Not Important: Consider whether these tasks must be done.

By focusing on what truly matters, you can make the most out of your time.

2. Plan Your Day. Start each day with a clear plan. Take a few minutes to list out your tasks and decide when you will work on each one. Use a planner or digital calendar to block out time for important activities. Make sure to include breaks to avoid burnout. Sticking to a schedule helps you stay on track and be more productive.

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