What are some time management techniques that you use?
Working in a fast-paced environment often means juggling multiple projects and tasks and also means priorities are often shifting. How do you decide what needs to be done urgently and what can wait? Give specific examples of techniques and tools you use to manage your time effectively.
When answering this question, show the interviewer that you have a system in place that helps you to think through what needs to happen and when. The better you can prioritize, the more productive you will be, making you an asset to Amgen!
"I will determine which project requires my attention by the number of hours we are behind and then the project size. I am comfortable delegating tasks when needed, but I am also aware that these times will require an additional commitment of hours from me. I utilize a planner and a task organizer in Microsoft and each week I create a dashboard of things I need to get done. I frequently block time on my calendar for "distraction-free" periods where I close out my instant messenger to allow focus time to complete tasks."
"I make lists of things that need to be done and what priority they are. I have a color-coding system in Sheets that I utilize when making my lists. I have weekly touchpoints with my manager for accountability and recalibration of the current priorities. I also collaborate with peers to share best practices and ensure we're all being as effective as we can be with templates and documents, etc."
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Anonymous Answer
I like to stay organized in everything that I do. I start organizing my physical space to get in the right mindset and I also organize my digital space. I keep my calendar up to date, prioritize tasks and block time to work without interruptions.
Jaymie's Feedback
Great! These are all effective techniques to improve time management skills.
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