Part of a healthy and happy work-life balance includes knowing how to make the most of your time. Time is money, but it is so much more. Sure, you'll be able to make your company more money with proper use of your time, but you'll also be helping yourself as well. This is why skills in time management are so important.

Accomplish more with less effort
With the right tools and efficient use of your time, you can make your life easier! For example, on our BannerOS platform, I have the ability to schedule blog posts using our blogging grip, BannerBeat. What it does is allow me to set the time and date I want the blog to appear, so that I can insure it’s posted when ready. It makes it easy to finish the blog, schedule it and move on to the next task with one less item to remember. For tasks other than blogs, I use the reminder feature on my computer’s calendar. Most computers have this feature and it is great for getting tasks completed on time.

Make less mistakes and be more productive
When you feel stressed or under pressure and issues come up at work, you are much more likely to jump to conclusions rather than think it through. This can cause you to make rash judgement calls that lead to mistakes at work. With proper use of your time, you feel more relaxed and have the actual time to think through each issue, leading to less mistakes and better results. You'll also increase your productivity because you won't have as many interruptions throughout your day. You'll be able to stay more focused and maintain your work momentum.

Gain more control of your life
As hard as we work, it's important to get some time off to relax and recharge. Many people are too busy or have too much on their plate, so to speak, to take a minute and unwind. When you implement some time management skills, you begin to accomplish more work in a shorter period of time allowing more free time for yourself. Don't be afraid that with more structure you'll have less freedom. In fact, the opposite will happen! Practicing time management allows you to be organized and to reduce problems with deadlines.

Reduce work related stress
'So much to do, so little time' is a common phrase we have all heard or maybe even said. The feeling of being rushed is one of the main causes of work related stress. Time management is important to your health because when you manage your time efficiently, you will be less rushed in your work which will alleviate quite a bit of stress from your workday. Not to mention, you'll enjoy your day much more, causing you to have an overall better attitude towards going to work in general.

If you are a time management beginner, just remember you can't overhaul your life overnight. If you try, you are more than likely to fail. Try making one or two simple changes to begin and when you have those nailed, add another. In no time, you will have an arsenal of time management skills that will help you accomplish all your tasks on time and kick your To-do list’s ass!