Except for the laptop and papers that is being worked on the general atmosphere in their offices is organization. The organized clutter that we usually hear about are known for what it is. Trully organized people and workplaces do not need those. They rarely have fat files as files that are not so relevant are discarded or kept in the general circulars. Today, time management courses have been developed that encompasses practically all the hours in our daily affairs. All time management courses differ on the titles and settings but are basically designed the same. Time management courses are meant to keep us functioning effectively and cope with the expectations of the present and our expectations of ourselves. Increase satisfaction People who have effective management skills are recognized for the good contributors that they are and are richly rewarded because management is always on the lookout for people who have proven discipline paths that can be replicated. Reduces stress Often it is not the amount of work done but the amount of work that is yet to be done that causes stress. Unnecessary interruptions like phone calls, mails, the do you have a minute thing, this all eats up your time and if it is not prioritize or given allowances, frustration grows. Survive. Limit giving in to temptation of engaging in small talk when priorities are set and being worked on. Respect you decision in planning and you are on your way. Better said than done. These are ultimate desires and objectives of any organization and yet implementation is often met with so many difficulties. For one, the environment remains the same. The people handling the workflow still has their own set of values and belief system and set of priorities that may take time influencing. The fun thing is, your idea may just be as good as mine. We all have that at the back of our heads, unwritten, unspoken and often unheeded. But for all that it is worth, my friend, here goes: - What is your priority? What do you want to accomplish out of this school year? What marks will you want to see that will be your gift to yourself?