You have to understand that time management skill is not something you can acquire from school. It can be acquired through constant practice of what you have learned about mastering your own time and doing it effectively.
Procrastination is the biggest enemy of time management. No matter how smart you are and how well you know about the tasks that you are working on, you cannot do it effectively right on time if you are also good in postponing things.
Remember, the bridge that connects your goal to its destination is Action. You have to act effectively on things with proper time management. Here are ways to start organizing your thoughts, information and action.
Identify the most important task and put it in your priority list. It will help you have an easy start with your tasks. Once you have identified and sorted your tasks according to its importance you can go ahead and create proper scheduling.
You may want to use organizers or mobile phone application where you can list down your tasks and update them in real time. It can also help you avoid forgetting some details that can possibly cause minor to major problems when left undone.
Finally, know when you are at your most productive time. It is on those times of the day when you are in your best condition to start and finish your job. Take time to rest at least six to eight hours daily to balance your activity. It can help you have a clear mind and steady energy to perform your activities in the days ahead.