time management

British

noun

the analysis of how working hours are spent and the prioritization of tasks in order to maximize personal efficiency in the workplace

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It also said TikTok had not implemented effective measures to mitigate risks, taking particular aim at screen time management and parental control tools.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

These challenges can affect planning, time management, and impulse control.

From Science Daily • Jan. 24, 2026

She joined the speakers’ circuit in the early 1990s, giving talks about work-life balance, self-esteem and time management at computer conferences and for other professional groups.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 2, 2025

My executive function, the set of mental processes that help order the day-to-day — like organization, working memory, time management and focus — was in shambles.

From Salon • Sep. 22, 2025

I emphasized my ability to work independently, that I was a self-starter and had excellent time management skills.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

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