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

Ms. Twenge approves of such flexibility: “It makes sense to give an occasional extension for homework. But if it’s every night, you should probably have a discussion about time management with your kid.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

“The schedule and time management were severely lacking, creating a chaotic and stressful environment backstage … the technical difficulties, specifically concerning the sound system, proved deeply problematic,” she continued.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2025

I was willing to put in the hard work and executive-level time management skills in order to fit it all in.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

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