Digital Sticky Notes
Last week we highlighted a great resource from the Academic Success Centre, and previous blog posts, all with supports for task & time management skills.
Time Management Skills (rrc.ca)
This week we’re going to build on those resources with a digital version of an office staple… that’s right, digital sticky notes (or digital post it notes)!
Why Digital Sticky Notes?
What we really love about using digital sticky notes is the fact that they automatically open when you turn on your computer. This can be really helpful if you’re one of the many who find their computer a major source of distraction. Instead of turning your computer on and surfing the web, online shopping, or scrolling through endless social media posts, that sticky note being the first thing you see when you turn your computer on might just convince you to start on your schoolwork first (and take a break later).
Uses for Digital Sticky Notes
While you can put almost anything onto your digital sticky note, here are a few suggestions on how to use them to support your newly found task & time management skills:
- keep a running to do list
- remind yourself of the most pressing tasks you need to complete
- list upcoming assignment due dates or test dates
- write down an inspirational/motivational quote
- or a positive affirmation