About Lesson
The Eisenhower Matrix is a task prioritization tool that divides tasks into four categories:
- urgent and important
- important but not urgent
- urgent but not importantĀ
- neither urgent nor important.
It helps you focus on what’s most critical and manage your time efficiently.
How to categorize tasks into the four quadrants based on urgency and importance using the Eisenhower Matrix :
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Identify Your Tasks
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Evaluate Urgency
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Assess Importance
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Use the Quadrants
- Take Action
By using the Eisenhower Matrix, you can prioritize tasks effectively and focus your efforts on what matters most, ultimately increasing productivity and achieving your goals more efficiently.
REFLECTION
Scenario: You have a project deadline approaching, a team meeting scheduled, and a colleague asking for help with a non-urgent task. Use the Eisenhower Matrix to categorize them.
Instructions:
- Write down your list of tasks.
- Place each task in the appropriate quadrant of the matrix.
- Reflect on the tasks in each quadrant and consider how you would prioritize and approach them.
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