Top-Down Bottom-Up Time Management Course
This one-day, highly interactive time management course helps teams and leaders take control of their time and priorities. Built around the proven Top-Down Bottom-Up (TDBU) framework, the course equips participants with practical tools to align long-term goals with daily execution, even in fast-paced, high-stress environments.
Learn how to plan effectively, handle interruptions, and build a sustainable system that keeps you focused on what truly matters.
What Participants Will Learn in the Top-Down Bottom-Up Time Management Course
How to set and align meaningful long-term goals with day-to-day priorities
The Top-Down Bottom-Up (TDBU) approach to managing time strategically and tactically
Tools for daily and weekly planning that boost productivity and focus
How to manage interruptions, reduce chaos, and avoid burnout
Techniques to overcome procrastination and build momentum
How to create a personalized system that improves execution and decision-making
Practical ways to delegate effectively using the TDBU model
Getting the material to help manage my time better at home and work
~Time Management Training Participant
Delivery Format
The Top-Down Bottom-Up Time Management Course is a 1-day, highly interactive session. It can be delivered virtually or in-person, depending on your team’s preference. The format includes planning exercises, goal-setting activities, and practical systems that participants can apply immediately in their workday.
TIME MAGEMENT MODULES
1
THE THEORY OF TDBU TIME MANAGEMENT
PURPOSE
Understand the foundational principles behind the Top-Down Bottom-Up approach to managing time effectively.
2
TDBU FRAMEWORK
PURPOSE
Learn the structure and components of the TDBU model to align goals and daily actions.
3
SET GOALS
PURPOSE
Discover how to set clear, actionable goals that drive focus and productivity.
7
SCHEDULING AND ADAPTING
PURPOSE
Master techniques to plan your time while staying flexible to changes.
8
TOP-DOWN BOTTOM-UP DELEGATION
PURPOSE
Learn how to delegate tasks effectively using both strategic and operational approaches.
9
DELEGATE FOR SUCCESS
PURPOSE
Gain practical skills to delegate with confidence and maximize team productivity.
Ready to help your team focus on what matters most, manage competing priorities, and stay productive even in the midst of constant interruptions?
