Plan the Work, Stay on Schedule As an administrative professional, it's important that you can manage your time, stay organized, plan ahead by scheduling time to work on projects/tasks, and schedule appointments. It takes practice! Using an electronic calendar, look ahead to your next seven days. Create a weekly schedule on your electronic calendar that will block the necessary time for you to be successful in school, achieve your family and home commitments, spend time with friends, etc. For example, schedule time on your calendar for school, study time, household chores, a part-time job, leisure activities, volunteer work, music lessons, sports practice, and more. Use the weekly schedule you have created to help you manage your week ahead. Depending on what works best for you, print a daily view of each calendar day to help you manage your day, view the calendar from a smart device, or access the calendar from your computer