The basics of the block scheduling method
Consider if you can work in "day themes" that are broad in scope and require initiative and advance planning. Do you work better with detailed directives and play-by-play planning? Do you work better in the morning or the afternoon?
There are many block-scheduling methods. The most common are:
- time blocking
- task batching
- day theming
- time boxing
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