The Time Matrix Vocabulary
What does urgent mean?
Something that needs attention soon.
What is a deadline?
The date or time by which something must be completed.
What is responsibility?
Being accountable for your duties, actions, and decisions.
What is Quadrant 4?
Activities that are neither urgent nor important.
What does important mean?
Something that matters and contributes to your goals or responsibilities.
What is a schedule?
A plan that organizes activities and tasks by time.
What is self-discipline?
Controlling your actions and making choices that help you reach your goals.
What is a distraction?
Something that takes your attention away from what you should be doing.
: What is Quadrant 1?
Tasks that are urgent and important.
What is a to-do list?
A list of tasks or responsibilities that need to be completed.
What is balance?
Managing different areas of life without allowing one to take over everything.
What does it mean to plan ahead?
Preparing in advance for tasks, events, and responsibilities.
What is Quadrant 2?
Tasks that are important but not urgent.
What does it mean to prioritize?
To decide which tasks are most important and should be completed first.
What is efficiency?
Completing tasks effectively while using time and resources wisely.
What is a commitment?
A promise or responsibility that you agree to follow through on
What is Quadrant 3?
Tasks that are urgent but not important.
What is a Wildly Important Goal (WIG)?
A goal that is especially important and receives focused effort and attention.
What is effectiveness?
Doing the right things to achieve meaningful results.
What does it mean to “organize and execute around priorities”?
Planning your time and taking action based on what matters most.