Why Most PhD Students Fail at Time Management (And How to Fix It)

In this video, I dive into the concept of ​time management​, particularly for those who are pursuing a PhD. I discuss the challenges that PhD students face when it comes to staying on top of their workload and balancing the many responsibilities that come with academic life. You’ll learn about some of the common issues with ​time management for PhD students​, including the tendency to get caught up in perfectionism and how it can actually harm your productivity​ in the long run.

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I’ve found that many students struggle with balancing the need to be productive with the overwhelming number of tasks that they feel they have to complete. Often, it’s not just about ​time management​ on the surface, but also about understanding your own habits and the narratives you tell yourself. Are you prioritizing tasks that will actually help you move forward, or are you filling your day with busy work that doesn’t really matter in the grand scheme of things?

In this video, I don’t just offer general ​time management tips​, but also help you reflect on what might be driving your behavior. For example, how many times do you spend hours perfecting an email that doesn’t actually require that much attention? It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking everything needs to be perfect, when in reality, being efficient with your time is more valuable.

Another important point I cover is the need to understand your own energy levels. Everyone has times of the day when they’re most productive. For some, it’s early in the morning, while for others it’s later in the afternoon. Recognizing when you have the most focus and using that time to tackle your most important tasks can make a huge difference. That’s a key part of effective ​time management for PhD students​.
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00:00 Intro
00:05 Maladaptive Perfectionism
05:10 Prioritizing
05:50 Not doing task based on energy
06:57 Say no to your supervisor
08:19 Paper baiting
09:23 Batching an Automation
09:50 Batching
11:31 Outro

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