# Your Journey to Career Success: Organizational Tools and Time Management

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Thuy-Tram Butler, Career Consultant, College of Social Science

Keeping organized is essential for meeting the demands of a busy life. We have classes, homework, work, volunteer hours, enrichment activities, and relationship building with peers and friends at Michigan State University. Some people have figured out strategies to manage their tasks effectively, such as MSU Alumnae Heather Wilson in this [featured video](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/videos/your-journey-to-career-success-organizing-for-learning/) on **organizing for learning** and Mickey Davis in this [featured video](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/videos/your-journey-to-career-success-time-management/) on **time management.**

 However, what happens when unexpected events impact your schedule? How do you plan for the unexpected?  The most successful time managers anticipate the unexpected. They may not know exactly what will happen, but they have made allowances for the realities of life by reserving some time each day or week for handling issues.  This approach gives people some extra flexibility.  If nothing unexpected has happened, then there is extra time to study or to invest in self-care activities or some extra socializing.

When in your day or week will you plan for the unexpected? 

Learn more about [Your Journey to Career Success Series](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/your-journey-to-career-success/).

By Thuy-Tram Butler 
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Thuy-Tram Butler
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