With our tips, methods and practical tools, you will not only structure your working day and get more done from your to-do list, but you will also go home more relaxed.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”2%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1707841883290{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}”]\n
The Eisenhower Method goes back to Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States. As president, he was faced with a never-ending stream of tasks and developed the principle named after him of prioritizing these tasks. He divided tasks into four quadrants:<\/p>\n
Urgent and important (I):<\/strong> Important but not urgent (II):<\/strong> Urgent but not important (III):<\/strong> Not urgent and not important (IV):<\/strong> First write down all your tasks in a list. Then ask yourself the following questions to identify important and\/or urgent tasks:<\/p>\n Important tasks: Urgent tasks: Use the quadrants to prioritize your to-do list.<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1707842256859{margin-top: 40px !important;}”]\n This method has nothing to do with the European mountains, but is an acronym of of the various components (in german) of the method developed by Lothar J. Seiwert.<\/p>\n The Pareto principle is not a method for prioritizing tasks, but it helps us to realistically assess the effectiveness of the time we put into individual tasks. For example, when you write an email, it usually doesn’t have to be perfect to achieve the goal. There is no point in spending too much time on a perfect email. The situation is different, however, if you are working on a circuit diagram for your project, for example. In this case, it makes sense to invest more working time in a perfect plan.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”2%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1707842290131{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n
\nthese tasks must be taken care of immediately as they are of great importance. These tasks have top priority and should be completed first.<\/p>\n
\nThese tasks have long-term importance but do not require immediate action. Approach them strategically.<\/p>\n
\nAlthough these tasks may seem acute at first glance, they are not particularly important in the long term. Delegate these tasks if possible or do not spend too much time on them.<\/p>\n
\nEliminate these tasks and use your time for more important activities.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”30″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nHow to apply the Eisenhower Method<\/h4>\n
\n<\/em><\/strong>Is completing the task necessary to achieve the goal? Is someone else dependent on the completion of the task?
\nThe urgency of a task depends on whether tasks need to be completed by a certain date or immediately.<\/p>\n
\n<\/em><\/strong>Is there a deadline by which the task must be completed? Does time have to be allowed for correction loops?
\nIs someone else dependent on the completion of the task?[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”3952″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”center” img_link_large=”yes” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” el_class=”blogimage” margin_top=”20″][vc_column_text]\n2. Plan your daily routine with the ALPEN METHOD<\/h4>\n
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\nThis will help you to create the next ALPEN-PLAN and you will get better and better at planning your day.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”initialen” css=”.vc_custom_1707842279723{margin-top: 40px !important;}”]\n3. The Pareto principle<\/h4>\n
\nThe Italian Wilfredo Pareto discovered the Pareto effect, named after him, at the beginning of the 20th century. The Pareto principle states that in most cases, 80 percent of the results are achieved with 20 percent of the effort.<\/p>\nEfficient online tools for efficient time management<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1707842299271{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}”]As you can see, planning and structure are the basis for an efficient working day. And with the following tools, you are guaranteed to always have an overview.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Trello
\n<\/strong>Trello<\/a> is a project management tool that is great for organizing to-do lists and shared tasks. You create a so-called board, which serves as an overview page, and then structure your tasks in cards in various lists.
\nEach task card can be provided with a deadline and additional information. This means you always have an overview of your tasks and their status. Trello is also suitable for working together in a team, as members can be invited to the respective board.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Asana
\n<\/strong>Asana<\/a> is a project management software that is suitable for organizing your own day-to-day work and for collaborating with your team. Projects can be optimized with the timeline, board and list view and tasks can be assigned to team members with a deadline.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n