Eisenhower Matrix

The Eisenhower Matrix, is a tool for organizing and prioritizing the severity of task’s Urgency and Importance. This method is named after Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 35th president of the United States, who was know for being a highly effective leader both in the military and in Government. In newer times, author of “7 habits of highly effective people”, Stephen Covey, has given his own interpretation of Eisenhower method, also known as the Time Management Matrix.

The Eisenhower Matrix is a 2-by-2 cell matrix, where the horizontal axis represents Importance and the vertical axis represents urgency. The tool is used to prioritize tasks, thus aiding the user to plan short-, mid- and long-term decision through the order of executing the tasks. One of the main aims of using the Eisenhower Matrix, is to create a higher awareness and focus on payoff rather than urgency.

The Four Quadrants

Do First

The Quadrants of the Eisenhower Matrix and examples of its tasks

The first quadrant, in the top left of the matrix, is called the “Do First” quadrant. The tasks assigned to this quadrant signify both their Importance and their Time-sensitivity. These tasks typically have an upcoming deadline, as well as severe consequences if postponed. However, these tasks can also be surprises from an external source, requiring a crisis-level response.

Schedule

Delegate

Mere Urgency Effect

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- Origins

- Structure

The Four Quadrants - Important Urgent - Important Not-Urgent - Unimportant Urgent - Unimportant Not-Urgent

Mere-Urgency Effect - Studies o Urgency as Priority o Effect of Reminder

Application - Optimal Quadrant - Planning - Delegation - Time Tracking Limitation - Individual Assessment