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Questionnaire Items Measuring Time Management

Time Management skills are crucial for productivity and achieving goals. The main components of time management skills include:

Avoids Wasting Time: This involves minimizing distractions, staying focused, and avoiding activities that don't contribute to your goals.
Maximizes Time Spent on High-Value Tasks: Prioritize tasks that have the most significant impact on your objectives.
Tackles Issues Head-On: Address challenges promptly rather than procrastinating.
Productive at Work: Use techniques like the Pomodoro method or time blocking to maintain productivity.
Prompt and On Time: Respect deadlines and appointments.
Works at a Fast Pace: Balance speed with quality; avoid rushing.
Bias for Action: Take decisive steps rather than overthinking.
Monitors Time: Regularly assess how you're spending your time.
Implements Automation/Batch Processing: Use tools and scripts to automate repetitive tasks.
Uses To-Do Lists and Timelines: Organize tasks and allocate time for each.
Prioritizes Tasks: Focus on what matters most.
Sticks to the Schedule: Adhere to planned time blocks.
Delegates Repetitive or Minor Tasks: Empower others and free up your time.

Time Management skills contribute to a manager's success by increasing productivity, allowing better decision making, reducing stress.

360-Degree Feedback Questionnaires Measuring Time Management:
Survey 1 (4-point scale; Competency Comments)
Survey 2 (4-point scale; Competency Comments)
Survey 3 (5-point scale; Competency Comments)
Survey 4 (5-point scale; radio buttons)
Survey 5 (4-point scale; words)
Survey 6 (4-point scale; words)
Survey 7 (5-point scale; competency comments; N/A)
Survey 8 (3-point scale; Agree/Disagree words; N/A)
Survey 9 (3-point scale; Strength/Development; N/A)
Survey 10 (Comment boxes only)
Survey 11 (Single rating per competency)
Survey 12 (Slide-bar scale)

360-Degree Feedback Questionnaire Items

The Time Management competency in a 360-Degree Feedback assessment includes items measuring the ability to avoid wasting time, maximizing value of tasks performed, tackling issues head on. Being productive, prompt, working at a fast pace and a bias for action.

Definition: Effective time management means using time wisely, working on tasks that have the maximum value, tackling issues immediately and achieving a high level of productivity. Time management means being prompt, working at a fast pace, displaying a bias for action and keeping close track of time.

Avoids Wasting Time

Avoids spending time on non-work related activities.
Encourages colleagues to spend more time on work related activities.
Eliminates tasks that are unimportant for the job.
Stays undistracted by personal devices while on the clock.
Makes the most of limited time available.
Efficiently uses time available.
Avoids distractions from personal phone or other personal devices.
Uses limited time efficiently.
Wastes very little time.
Stops doing things that have suddenly become unnecessary or irrelevant.
Encourages coworkers to work productively.

Maximizes Value

Prioritizes high value tasks at work.
Persists with crucial assignments.
Ensures timely completion of vital work.
Focuses time on the tasks that yield the highest value.
Remains dedicated to completing high priority work.
Continues working on the most important tasks until they are completed.
Ensures timely completion of critical assignments.
Is committed to finishing the most important tasks.
Performs high-impact work first.
Stays focused on the most important tasks that need completed.
Manages time effectively by focusing efforts on high value tasks.
Allocates time to the highest priority items.

Tackles Issues

Confronts significant problems directly to reduce their impact on the schedule.
Tackles the biggest problems at the start of the day.
Tackles major tasks or problems first before addressing minor issues.
Initially focuses on high priority items.
Proactively addresses crucial matters.
Prioritizes major tasks over smaller ones.
Takes the initiative to tackle critical issues earlier rather than later.
Anticipates problems and resolves them before they negatively impact the schedule.
Tackles major issues head on to reduce the amount of time spent on them.
Processes items in the inbox instead of letting them accumulate.
Manages inbox items promptly.
Addresses the most pressing needs at the beginning of the shift.

Productive

Is productive for the majority of time spent during the day.
Consistently meets production deadlines.
Outperforms others in productivity through effective time management.
Able to get the important jobs done on time.
Sustains high productivity levels throughout the day.
Delivers results on-time.
Regularly delivers results on-time.
Successfully completes critical tasks within deadlines.
Consistently achieves production targets on time.
Achieves more through effective time management.
Often works through lunches instead of going out for lunches.
Rarely misses deadlines; often producing results before expected.

Prompt

Completes tasks ahead of schedule.
Starts projects without delay.
Arrives to (attends) meetings on time.
Never late for work.
Often arrives at work early to get the day started.
Is prompt and diligent in their work.
Understands the importance of being on time.
Emphasizes punctuality in the department and makes sure employees know they are expected to be on time.
Starts meetings on time.
Frequently arrives early to start the day.
Is always on time for meetings.
Acts promptly without delay.

Fast Pace

Avoids delays by working quickly.
Works quickly to keep on schedule.
Usually works with a sense of urgency.
Reacts promptly to inquiries from customers/clients.
Responds immediately to requests rather than waiting to respond.
Works on critical tasks as quickly as possible.
Avoids being distracted by people who are working at a slower pace.
Uses time efficiently to achieve higher productivity.
Approaches work with a sense of urgency.
Works at a quick pace to avoid getting behind in work.
Stays undistracted by slower coworkers.
Usually works at a fast pace to get more done.

Bias for Action

Does not procrastinate.
Efficiently completes tasks.
Completes work on a timely basis.
Achieves high output to meet deadlines.
Is proactive in completing work.
Is proactive in addressing important issues.
Achieves more work within the limited time constraints.
Gets more accomplished than others in the same amount of time.
Gets a high volume of work done to avoid missing deadlines.
Accomplishes more despite limitations in time constraints.

Monitors Time

Is good at keeping track of time and avoiding getting behind schedule.
Uses a calendar effectively to keep track of when events or milestones are supposed to occur.
Maintains precise time logs for billing.
Keeps accurate records of time spent on projects for proper billing.
Adheres to project timelines.
Able to keep to the project schedule.
Leverages calendars to help keep better track of events.
Diligently records billable hours.
Records time spent on work and non-work related items.
Accurately captures time across various tasks.
Excellent at keeping track of time.
Uses a journal, log, or schedule to keep track of how much time is spent doing each task.

Automation / Batch Processing

Combines tasks to save time.
Uses automation when possible to save time.
Integrates automation into the process whenever feasible.
Maximizes time management by multitasking.
Utilizes batch workflows to reduce time spent on certain tasks.
Uses scripts or software tools to automate computer centered processes.
Implements automation wherever possible.
Optimizes time management through automation.
Automates tedious or repetitive tasks.
Prefers to utilize automated workflows.
Bundles different tasks together if they can be done at the same time.
Uses batch processing to accomplish many similar tasks simultaneously.

To Do List and Timelines

Prioritizes new tasks according to their relative importance.
Makes time for developing plans and schedules.
Keeps and maintains a To-Do list.
Leaves time in the schedule for unplanned contingencies.
Uses agendas when chairing or facilitating meetings.
Prepares to-do lists for the project tasks.
Assesses how long each part of a task will take.

Prioritization

Organizes work responsibilities for maximum efficiency.
Completes high-priority work within required timelines.
Determines which tasks need to be completed urgently.
Prioritizes tasks to identify immediate and long-term objectives.
Prioritizes completion of high-impact assignments.
Prioritizes critical tasks for the beginning of the shift.
Orders tasks based on impact and urgency.
Ranks tasks based on importance to maximize available time.
Prioritizes work to complete the most important tasks first.
Adjusts priorities as appropriate.
Effectively prioritizes tasks and responsibilities.
Effectively prioritizes and organizes themselves and their workload.

Schedules

Stays on track by effectively using the project schedule.
Allows for time buffers between tasks so that the schedule does not become delayed.
Allows for time buffers between tasks so that the schedule does not become delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
Is concerned about adhering to the schedule.
Provides accurate estimates for the amount of time needed to accomplish certain tasks.
Manages the workload effectively in order to stay on schedule.
Sets time limits on how much time is spent on particular tasks so that one task does not dominate the schedule.
Consistently meets the project schedule.

Delegates

Delegates tasks to free up time to focus on more important issues.
Effectively uses subordinates to help get more work done by the department.
Delegates as many repetitive tasks as possible to maximize the amount of work being done.
Uses a team and delegates tasks to specialists to help get more work done within the same amount of time.
Delegates simple tasks to employees so the manager can focus on more complex tasks.
Delegates routine tasks to team members, allowing the manager to concentrate on more strategic or complex responsibilities.
Delegates tasks to those with free time to do them.
Effectively delegates tasks to maximize the use of time.
Leverages teams and assigns specialized tasks to maximize productivity.

Focused

Does not become flustered by deadlines and timelines.
Focuses on tasks that have high priority.
Deals effectively with interruptions.
Avoids distractions in the workplace.
Stays focused on the job.
Focuses time on the important tasks that add significant value.
Allocates full attention to completing critical tasks.
Gives undivided attention to tasks currently being worked on.
Prevents irrelevant distractions from affecting the completion of tasks.

Goals

Sets clearly defined goals.
Sets goals to complete specific parts of the project by certain times to keep on schedule.
Sets target due dates or times for tasks to be completed by.

Healthy Worklife Balance

Sets a good balance between work and family life.
Manages work time and family life to bring both into balance.

Employee Opinion Survey Items

Time Management skills enable employees to be more productive and contribute greater to the company's bottom line.

Avoids Wasting Time

My manager avoids spending time on non-work related activities.
Coworkers are encouraged to work productively.
Our department wastes very little time.
I efficiently use the time available.
People in my department are dedicated to work and avoid distractions from personal phone or other personal devices.
My coworkers make the most of limited time available.
Coworkers stay undistracted by personal devices while on the clock.
My manager encourages my colleagues to spend more time on work related activities.
Our department uses limited time efficiently.

Maximizes Value

I am committed to finishing the most important tasks.
My supervisor prioritizes high value tasks at work.
My department stays focused on the most important tasks that need completed.
Our department performs high-impact work first.
My coworkers manage time effectively by focusing efforts on high value tasks.
My manager allocates time to the highest priority items.
Colleagues focus time on the tasks that yield the highest value.
Colleagues persist in completion of crucial assignments.
My manager works to ensure timely completion of critical assignments.
Our department remains dedicated to completing high priority work.
My coworkers continue working on the most important tasks until they are completed.
Our department ensures timely completion of vital work.

Tackles Issues

I feel coworkers manage their inbox items promptly.
My manager addresses the most pressing needs at the beginning of the shift.
My manager tackles major issues head on to reduce the amount of time spent on them.
Our department proactively addresses crucial matters.
Our department tackles the biggest problems at the start of the day.
Colleagues take the initiative to tackle critical issues earlier rather than later.
My colleagues process items in the inbox instead of letting them accumulate.
I am able to confront significant problems directly to reduce their impact on the schedule.
My manager anticipates problems and resolves them before they negatively impact the schedule.

Productive

Associates sustain high productivity levels throughout the day.
My manager regularly delivers results on-time.
I am able to consistently meet production deadlines.
Our office achieves more through effective time management.
I rarely miss deadlines; often producing results before expected.
I often work through lunches instead of going out for lunches.
I feel able to get the important jobs done on time.
I feel that I can outperform others in productivity through effective time management.
My coworkers are productive for the majority of time spent during the day.
Our department successfully completes critical tasks within deadlines.
We consistently achieve production targets on time.
My department delivers results on-time.

Prompt

My colleagues are prompt and diligent in their work.
My manager frequently arrives early to start the day.
Our department starts projects without delays.
I often complete tasks ahead of schedule.
I often arrive at work early to get the day started.
Coworkers are rarely late for work.
In my department, employees generally are on time for meetings.
My manager emphasizes punctuality in the department and makes sure employees know they are expected to be on time.
Everyone in our department understands the importance of being on time.
Our meetings start on time.
People here arrive to (attend) meetings on time.

Fast Pace

People in my department use time efficiently to achieve higher productivity.
I feel coworkers approach work with a sense of urgency.
My manager usually works at a fast pace to get more done.
I respond immediately to requests rather than waiting to respond.
I usually work with a sense of urgency.
I can stay undistracted by slower coworkers.
Colleagues react promptly to inquiries from customers/clients.
I rarely get distracted by people who are working at a slower pace.
People in our department work at a quick pace to avoid getting behind in work.
Associates work on critical tasks as quickly as possible.
Employees generally work quickly to keep on schedule.

Bias for Action

My colleagues achieve high output to meet deadlines.
Our department is proactive in completing work.
My colleagues do not procrastinate.
I am able to efficiently complete tasks.
I feel that my department accomplishes more despite limitations in time constraints.
I try to get a high volume of work done to avoid missing deadlines.
Associates are able to achieve a high level of work within the limited time constraints.
My manager is proactive in addressing important issues.
We complete work on a timely basis.

Monitors Time

My manager adheres to project timelines.
I use a journal, log, or schedule to keep track of how much time is spent doing each task.
Colleagues are excellent at keeping track of time.
I feel people in my department are good at keeping track of time and avoiding getting behind schedule.
My manager uses a calendar effectively to keep track of when events or milestones are supposed to occur.
People in my department are good at using calendars to help keep better track of events.
I keep accurate records of time spent on projects for proper billing.
Associates maintain precise time logs for billing.
I diligently record billable hours.

Automation / Batch Processing

I know how to use batch processing to accomplish many similar tasks simultaneously.
I can use automation when possible to save time.
I can use scripts or software tools to automate computer centered processes.
My department optimizes time management through automation.
I try to maximizes time management by multitasking.
My manager integrates automation into the process whenever feasible.
I usually bundle different tasks together if they can be done at the same time.
In our department we combine tasks to save time.
My manager prefers to utilize automated workflows.
Our department implements automation wherever possible.
Our department utilizes batch workflows to reduce time spent on certain tasks.
I know how to automate tedious or repetitive tasks.

To Do List and Timelines

Team leaders use agendas when chairing or facilitating meetings.
The project manager prepares to-do lists for the project tasks.
My manager keeps and maintains a To-Do list.
I set aside time for developing plans and schedules.
I am able to leave time in the schedule for unplanned contingencies.

Prioritization

Our department completes high-priority work within required timelines.
I am able to prioritize critical tasks for the beginning of the shift.
I feel my coworkers prioritize work to complete the most important tasks first.
My manager prioritizes completion of high-impact assignments.
The team leader effectively prioritizes tasks and responsibilities.
My supervisor determines which tasks need to be completed urgently.
My manager orders tasks based on impact and urgency.

Schedules

My department consistently meets the project schedule.
I can stay on track by effectively using the project schedule.
I feel that I provide accurate estimates for the amount of time needed to accomplish certain tasks.
I am able to set time limits on how much time is spent on particular tasks so that one task does not dominate the schedule.
My supervisor manages the workload effectively in order to stay on schedule.
My manager tries to adhere to the schedule.

Delegates

The manager effectively uses subordinates to help get more work done by the department.
In our office, we delegate tasks to those with free time to do them.
My manager delegates as many repetitive tasks as possible to maximize the amount of work being done.
I feel my manager is effective in delegating tasks to free up time to focus on more important issues.
My supervisor delegates routine tasks to team members, allowing the manager to concentrate on more strategic or complex responsibilities.

Focused

I am able to prevent irrelevant distractions from affecting the completion of my tasks.
I am able to avoids distractions in the workplace.
I feel colleagues focus time on the important tasks that add significant value.
Colleagues allocate full attention to completing critical tasks.
I can deal effectively with interruptions.
I can focus on tasks that have high priority.
I can stay focused on the job.
My coworkers give undivided attention to tasks currently being worked on.
My manager does not become flustered by deadlines and timelines.

Goals

The team leader sets target due dates or times for tasks to be completed by.
My manager sets clearly defined goals.
The project leader sets goals to complete specific parts of the project by certain times to keep on schedule.

Healthy Worklife Balance

I can set a good balance between work and family life.
I can manage work time and family life to bring both into balance.

Self-Assessment Items

Avoids Wasting Time

You stay undistracted by personal devices while on the clock.
I avoid distractions from personal phone or other personal devices.
You make the most of limited time available.
I avoid spending time on non-work related activities.
I efficiently use time available.
I use limited time efficiently.
You encourage colleagues to spend more time on work related activities.
You waste very little time.
You eliminate tasks that are unimportant for the job.
I encourage coworkers to work productively.
I stop doing things that have suddenly become unnecessary or irrelevant.

Maximizes Value

I allocate time to the highest priority items.
I persist with crucial assignments.
I manage time effectively by focusing efforts on high value tasks.
You continue working on the most important tasks until they are completed.
I focus time on the tasks that yield the highest value.
You prioritize high value tasks at work.
You stay focused on the most important tasks that need completed.
I ensure timely completion of vital work.
I am committed to finishing the most important tasks.
I perform high-impact work first.
You remain dedicated to completing high priority work.
I ensure timely completion of critical assignments.

Tackles Issues

You anticipate problems and resolve them before they negatively impact the schedule.
I tackle major tasks or problems first before addressing minor issues.
You tackle major issues head on to reduce the amount of time spent on them.
I take the initiative to tackle critical issues earlier rather than later.
I initially focus on high priority items.
I process items in the inbox instead of letting them accumulate.
You address the most pressing needs at the beginning of the shift.
I prioritize major tasks over smaller ones.
You manage inbox items promptly.
You tackle the biggest problems at the start of the day.
You confront significant problems directly to reduce their impact on the schedule.
I proactively address crucial matters.

Productive

I often work through lunches instead of going out for lunches.
I successfully complete critical tasks within deadlines.
You regularly deliver results on-time.
I sustain high productivity levels throughout the day.
You are able to get the important jobs done on time.
I consistently achieve production targets on time.
I rarely miss deadlines; often producing results before expected.
I consistently meet production deadlines.
I achieve more through effective time management.
You deliver results on-time.
You are productive for the majority of time spent during the day.
I outperform others in productivity through effective time management.

Prompt

You complete tasks ahead of schedule.
You often arrive at work early to get the day started.
You start meetings on time.
I arrive to (attend) meetings on time.
I am prompt and diligent in my work.
You act promptly without delay.
You understand the importance of being on time.
I emphasize punctuality in the department and make sure employees know they are expected to be on time.
I frequently arrive early to start the day.
I am always on time for meetings.
I start projects without delay.
I am never late for work.

Fast Pace

You usually work with a sense of urgency.
I usually work at a fast pace to get more done.
You react promptly to inquiries from customers/clients.
I work at a quick pace to avoid getting behind in work.
I stay undistracted by slower coworkers.
You approach work with a sense of urgency.
You avoid being distracted by people who are working at a slower pace.
I work quickly to keep on schedule.
I use time efficiently to achieve higher productivity.
You work on critical tasks as quickly as possible.
I respond immediately to requests rather than waiting to respond.
I avoid delays by working quickly.

Bias for Action

You do not procrastinate.
I am proactive in addressing important issues.
You achieve high output to meet deadlines.
I get a high volume of work done to avoid missing deadlines.
You complete work on a timely basis.
I accomplish more despite limitations in time constraints.
You achieve more work within the limited time constraints.
I get more accomplished than others in the same amount of time.
I efficiently complete tasks.
I am proactive in completing work.

Monitors Time

I use a journal, log, or schedule to keep track of how much time is spent doing each task.
You leverage calendars to help keep better track of events.
I keep accurate records of time spent on projects for proper billing.
I am able to keep to the project schedule.
You accurately capture time across various tasks.
I maintain precise time logs for billing.
I adhere to project timelines.
You diligently record billable hours.
You record time spent on work and non-work related items.
You use a calendar effectively to keep track of when events or milestones are supposed to occur.
You are excellent at keeping track of time.
You are good at keeping track of time and avoiding getting behind schedule.

Automation / Batch Processing

You integrate automation into the process whenever feasible.
You use batch processing to accomplish many similar tasks simultaneously.
I maximize time management by multitasking.
I combine tasks to save time.
You use scripts or software tools to automate computer centered processes.
You utilize batch workflows to reduce time spent on certain tasks.
You implement automation wherever possible.
You optimize time management through automation.
You automate tedious or repetitive tasks.
I prefer to utilize automated workflows.
I use automation when possible to save time.
I bundle different tasks together if they can be done at the same time.

To Do List and Timelines

You prioritize new tasks according to your relative importance.
You keep and maintain a To-Do list.
You make time for developing plans and schedules.
You use agendas when chairing or facilitating meetings.
You leave time in the schedule for unplanned contingencies.
I prepare to-do lists for the project tasks.
You assess how long each part of a task will take.

Prioritization

I organize work responsibilities for maximum efficiency.
I prioritize critical tasks for the beginning of the shift.
You prioritize tasks to identify immediate and long-term objectives.
I rank tasks based on importance to maximize available time.
You complete high-priority work within required timelines.
I order tasks based on impact and urgency.
I determine which tasks need to be completed urgently.
You prioritize completion of high-impact assignments.
You effectively prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
You effectively prioritize and organize yourself and your workload.
You adjust priorities as appropriate.
You prioritize work to complete the most important tasks first.

Schedules

I allow for time buffers between tasks so that the schedule does not become delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
I allow for time buffers between tasks so that the schedule does not become delayed.
You set time limits on how much time is spent on particular tasks so that one task does not dominate the schedule.
You manage the workload effectively in order to stay on schedule.
You stay on track by effectively using the project schedule.
You provide accurate estimates for the amount of time needed to accomplish certain tasks.
I am concerned about adhering to the schedule.
I consistently meet the project schedule.

Delegates

I delegate tasks to free up time to focus on more important issues.
You delegate as many repetitive tasks as possible to maximize the amount of work being done.
I delegate tasks to those with free time to do them.
I leverage teams and assign specialized tasks to maximize productivity.
You delegate routine tasks to team members, allowing you to concentrate on more strategic or complex responsibilities.
You effectively delegate tasks to maximize the use of time.
I delegate simple tasks to employees so I can focus on more complex tasks.
You use a team and delegate tasks to specialists to help get more work done within the same amount of time.
You effectively use subordinates to help get more work done by the department.

Focused

You avoid distractions in the workplace.
You do not become flustered by deadlines and timelines.
You focus on tasks that have high priority.
You deal effectively with interruptions.
You focus time on the important tasks that add significant value.
I stay focused on the job.
I allocate full attention to completing critical tasks.
I give undivided attention to tasks currently being worked on.
You prevent irrelevant distractions from affecting the completion of tasks.

Goals

You set clearly defined goals.
I set goals to complete specific parts of the project by certain times to keep on schedule.
I set target due dates or times for tasks to be completed by.

Healthy Worklife Balance

You set a good balance between work and family life.
I manage work time and family life to bring both into balance.

Job Interview Questions

Avoids Wasting Time

What steps do you take to ensure that you stay undistracted by personal devices while on the clock?
Give an example of when you stopped doing things that have suddenly become unnecessary or irrelevant.
Have you ever had to spend time on non-work related activities while at work? Explain.
Have you eliminated tasks that were unimportant for the job? If so, describe.
What do you do to avoid distractions from personal phone or other personal devices?
Do you encourage coworkers to work productively?
Describe how you efficiently use the available time.
How do you encourage colleagues to spend more time on work related activities?
Describe how you use limited time efficiently.
How do you make the most of limited time available?
What do you do to avoid distractions from personal phone or other personal devices?

Maximizes Value

Describe how you allocate time at work? To the highest priority items?
Describe a project in which you were committed to finishing the most important tasks first.
Explain how you would stay focused on the most important tasks that need completed.
What do you do to ensure timely completion of vital work?
Give an example of when you focused time on the tasks that yielded the highest value.
How do you ensure timely completion of critical assignments?
What work do you do first? Do you perform high-impact work first? Give an example.
Describe an instance in which you remained dedicated to completing high priority work.
Describe how you would persist in completing crucial assignments. Give examples.
Give an example of when you continued working on the most important tasks until they are completed?.
How do you manage time effectively? Do you focus efforts on high value tasks?

Tackles Issues

Describe how you would tackles major issues head on to reduce the amount of time spent on them.
Do you confront significant problems directly to reduce their impact on the schedule? Explain.
Do you tackle the biggest problems at the start of the day? Give examples.
Do you manage your inbox items promptly?
How do you proactively address crucial matters?
Do you take the initiative to tackle critical issues earlier rather than later?
When do you address the most pressing needs? At the beginning of the shift?
Give an example of when you tackled major tasks or problems first before addressing minor issues.
How do you anticipate problems and resolve them before they negatively impact the schedule.
When do you focus on high priority items?
Was there an instance in which items in your inbox accumulated? What was the reason for that?
Give an example of when you had to prioritize major tasks over smaller ones.

Productive

Do you regularly deliver results on-time?
Do you deliver results on-time?
Describe how you sustain high productivity levels throughout the day.
Do you consistently achieve production targets on time?
Describe how you rarely miss deadlines; often producing results before expected.
How do you achieve more through effective time management?
Who do you think, besides yourself, is the most productive worker in the department?
Are you able to get the important jobs done on time?
Do you outperform others in productivity through effective time management? Explain.
Do you consistently meet production deadlines?
Do you successfully complete critical tasks within deadlines?
How often do you work through lunches instead of going out for lunches?
Are you productive for the majority of time spent during the day?

Prompt

Do you complete tasks ahead of schedule? If so, give examples.
Do you frequently arrive early to start the day?
Do you arrive to (attend) meetings on time?
Are you prompt and diligent in your work?
Describe a situation in which you acted promptly without delay.
Describe how you would emphasize punctuality in the department and make sure employees know they are expected to be on time.
Were you ever late for work?
How often do you arrive at work early to get the day started?
How frequently do you start meetings on time?
Do you understand the importance of being on time? Explain.
Are you always on time for meetings?
Give examples of how you start projects without delay.

Fast Pace

Do you respond immediately to requests rather than waiting to respond?
Do you usually work at a fast pace to get more done? Explain.
Give examples of how you work at a quick pace to avoid getting behind in work.
Do you react promptly to inquiries from customers/clients?
How do you stay undistracted by slower coworkers?
Do you usually work with a sense of urgency? Explain.
How do you avoid being distracted by people who are working at a slower pace?
Explain how you work quickly to keep on schedule.
How do you use time efficiently to achieve higher productivity?
Do you approach work with a sense of urgency?
Give examples of how you avoided delays by working quickly.
Describe how you would work on critical tasks as quickly as possible. Examples?

Bias for Action

Describe how you get a high volume of work done to avoid missing deadlines.
How can you accomplish more despite limitations in time constraints?
How do you get more accomplished than others in the same amount of time?
Do you complete work on a timely basis?
Are you proactive in completing work?
Do you efficiently complete tasks? Explain.
How are you proactive in addressing important issues?
Explain how you would achieve more work within the limited time constraints.
How do you avoid procrastination?
How do you achieve high output to meet deadlines?

Monitors Time

Explain how you are able to keep to the project schedule.
Do you use a calendar effectively to keep track of when events or milestones are supposed to occur? Explain.
Describe how you adheres to project timelines.
Describe how you leverage calendars to help keep better track of events.
Do you uses a journal, log, or schedule to keep track of how much time is spent doing each task?
How do you record time spent on work and non-work related items?
Are you good at keeping track of time and avoiding getting behind schedule? Explain.
Are you excellent at keeping track of time?
Explain how you would maintain precise time logs for billing.
How do you keep accurate records of time spent on projects for proper billing?
How do you accurately capture time across various tasks?
Do you diligently records billable hours?

Automation / Batch Processing

Did you integrate automation into your processes? Describe.
Have you used batch processing to accomplish many similar tasks simultaneously?
Did you ever bundle different tasks together if they can be done at the same time? Explain.
How would you optimize time management through automation?
Do you utilize batch workflows to reduce time spent on certain tasks?
Give an example of how you would combine tasks to save time.
Do you maximize time management by multitasking? Explain.
Have you implemented automation to save time? Explain.
Do you implement automation wherever possible? Give some examples.
Did you use scripts or software tools to automate computer centered processes?
What can you do to utilize automate workflows?
When did you automate tedious or repetitive tasks? Explain.

To Do List and Timelines

Explain how you would prioritize new tasks according to their relative importance.
Do you keep and maintain a To-Do list?
Do you leave time in the schedule for unplanned contingencies?
Do you make time for developing plans and schedules?
Give examples of how you used agendas when chairing or facilitating meetings.
Do you prepare to-do lists for the project tasks?
How do you assess how long each part of a task will take?

Prioritization

Do you regularly complete high-priority work within required timelines?
How do you order tasks? Based on impact and urgency?
Do you prioritize critical tasks for the beginning of the shift?
Explain how you might adjust priorities as appropriate. Give examples.
Have you prioritized completion of high-impact assignments? When? Explain.
Do you prioritize work to complete the most important tasks first?
How would you organize work responsibilities for maximum efficiency?
Explain how you effectively prioritize and organize yourself and your workload.
How do you prioritize tasks and responsibilities?
How do you determine which tasks need to be completed first?

Schedules

How concerned are you about adhering to the schedule?
Explain how you would allow for time buffers between tasks. Would you do this so that the schedule does not become delayed due to unforeseen circumstances?
How do you manage the workload effectively in order to stay on schedule?
How do you consistently meet the project schedule?
Have you had to set time limits on how much time is spent on particular tasks so that one task does not dominate the schedule? Explain.
Do you povide accurate estimates for the amount of time needed to accomplish certain tasks? Explain.
Do you use the project schedule to stay on track?

Delegates

Have you delegated routine tasks to team members, allowing yourself to concentrate on more strategic or complex responsibilities? Explain.
Do you leverage teams and assign specialized tasks to maximize productivity?
Explain how you delegated tasks to free up time to focus on more important issues.
Have you delegated repetitive tasks to maximize the amount of work being done? Explain.
How would you delegate tasks to maximize the use of time?
Have you delegated simple tasks to employees so that you could focus on more complex tasks?
Explain how you would use a team and delegate tasks to specialists to help get more work done.
How would you use subordinates to help get more work done by the department?

Focused

How do you focus time on the important tasks that add significant value?
Did you ever become flustered by deadlines and timelines? Explain.
Explain how you would stay focused on the job.
How do you deal effectively with interruptions?
Do you allocate full attention to completing critical tasks? Give examples.
How do you prevent irrelevant distractions from affecting the completion of tasks?
Describe how you gave undivided attention to tasks currently being worked on.
How do you avoid distractions in the workplace?
Explain how you would focus on tasks that have high priority.

Goals

How do you set clearly defined goals?
Do you set goals to complete specific parts of the project by certain times to keep on schedule? Give examples.
Explain how you would set target due dates or times for tasks to be completed by.

Healthy Worklife Balance

Are you able to set a good balance between work and family life?
How do you manage to bring both work time and family life into balance?