Time management is the epitome of productivity. If one can learn this essential skill, they can balance their life to the best of their capabilities. Nothing is impossible for them. The most successful individuals possess impeccable time management skills. However, it is not a single virtue but a collection of multiple qualities and abilities.

Whether you're a student pursuing top-notch education in a college or a high-achieving person, these skills will help you amplify the results. Many essay examples won't clarify various skills that go into time management. Thus, we have curated this essay about time management to help you cover every aspect.

Organization
There are many-branched skills related to the organization. You might think it is discipline, but it is actually about forming habits. If you can be organized, you will learn to be calm even in the most unpredictable situations. As a result, nothing will startle you, and you could go by your day as you planned.

The organization comes in various forms. It starts with organizing your table, where you keep your belongings. If you have everything organized for the next day, you will save a lot of time.

Communication
How can communication be a part of time management tips? It's simple. You're not alone in this world. There are people with you and to operate in an organized manner, you need to communicate with them.

For example, you have parents and siblings. You might want to communicate with them to let them know about your plans. Alternatively, practicing a clear speech that conveys your ideas and expressions would play a vital role in your time management skills. Whether you seek to set a meeting, or take time to relax, communication matters. Hence, developing impeccable communication skills is paramount to time management.

Planning
Planning doesn't mean setting a specific routine and following it rigidly. Nothing in life goes according to plan all the time. Thus, you need to be well-versed in making flexible plans. For instance, you might plan on working for three hours and then taking a one-hour break to do something else. Unfortunately, you run into a technical issue which makes you work for 5 hours, and suddenly a friend calls you to have a conversation.

These unpredictable circumstances would lead you into the havoc of mistakes. However, you will bear positive results if you can learn to plan despite all these problems. A good planning skill is to be fluid with time as you move ahead.

Stress Management
When things don't go according to your set schedule or routine, you will find yourself in a high-stress situation. Either that or spending hours working, you want the proper stress relief. Dedicating time to relax and recharge is an integral part of time management.

A lot of high-productive people follow various practices for stress management. These range from mediation to 90 minutes of work and 20 minutes of rest technique.

Some high-value personalities take power naps to regain their productivity. You will have to experiment with these various practices to find what suits you best. Then, apply it. That's how you will have better time management skills.

Goal-Setting
Procrastination is the bane of time management. Many people find themselves paralyzed or depressed due to procrastination. That's because people often mistake setting a goal for completing something, but that's not how you should perceive it.

Imagine that your objective is to walk 1,000 steps. Setting a goal to do it at once might make you procrastinate, or it might even seem impossible. However, if you divide it into four parts throughout the day, you will have an easier time achieving it.

A goal doesn't have to be completing a specific task. It could begin by starting small. If you can achieve smaller milestones, you will eventually reach the goal. Once you create and achieve the first goal, you will feel better and motivated to do more.

Conclusion
These are some of the best time management tips to help you become a better person. If you seek to qualify for a specific university or grow your business, bring these things into practice. You will realize the massive difference these practices will make in your daily routine.

Montana State University today announced a $50 million gift from the Gianforte Family Foundation, continuing more than 20 years of philanthropy to the university. The Gianforte Family Foundation's gift is dedicated to constructing a new building to house the Gianforte School of Computing and computing-related fields such as cybersecurity, optics and photonics, electrical and computer engineering, and creative industries. The gift ties for the second largest in the university’s history and is one of the largest philanthropic gifts in the history of Montana. 

Over the years, the Gianforte Family Foundation has provided significant support to Montana State University that enabled its computer science program to boost enrollments, award scholarships and provide competitive startup packages to six new faculty members. In 2016, the foundation donated $8 million to Montana State University, which established the Gianforte School of Computing.

The new building will significantly benefit students in the high-demand field of computing and its technologically related creative industries, said John Paxton, director of the Gianforte School of Computing at Montana State University. 

“A new building will bring our students state-of-the-art classrooms, computer labs, research facilities and innovative collaborative spaces,” Paxton said. “Not only will a new building help our students be more successful, it will also attract more students to study a variety of areas that involve computing technologies, which provide boundless opportunities for graduates, especially those wishing to live and work in Montana.”

Having a single building will help foster interdisciplinary opportunities for students and faculty alike, Paxton continued, as the Gianforte School of Computing’s personnel are currently dispersed across five buildings. It will also continue to strengthen opportunities for dual enrollment computer science courses for high school students in Montana.

“This building will be a tremendous benefit to our students as well as to the state’s rapidly growing high-tech industry, which needs more graduates with technology and digital skills,” Paxton said. 

In addition to computer science, the building will also house classrooms for high school students to take dual enrollment courses and get a hands-on taste of the many complementary fields that rely on computer science, such as electrical and computer engineering, cybersecurity, optics and photonics. This facility will also help tomorrow’s students engage with technology-driven creative industries supporting interdisciplinary teaching and research in animation, film production, digital photography and music technology. 

Computer science graduates are in high demand both in Montana and nationally. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment of computer and information research scientists is projected to grow 22% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. A 2021 report by the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at the University of Montana found that members of the Montana High Tech Business Alliance expected to add 1,500 jobs in 2021 and that “growth projected in member and nonmember high tech businesses significantly exceeds average statewide economic growth.” 

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, average national salaries of computer science graduates jumped 7.1% last year to $72,000.

“The Gianforte Family Foundation has demonstrated tangible commitment to furthering the interests of students and education at Montana State University in a consistent manner,” said Montana State University President Waded Cruzado. “This gift will continue that commitment in an unprecedented way, allowing us to dramatically expand our computer science and complementary interdisciplinary offerings, putting Montana State on the map as one of the premier computer science universities in the nation. We are deeply grateful for the Gianforte Family Foundation’s generosity.”

“We have been very pleased to support Montana State University's computer science program for over two decades,” said Susan Gianforte, trustee of the Gianforte Family Foundation. “The school’s staff and leadership have grown it to the point where a building is the logical next step, and we couldn’t be happier to help make that happen. This will provide so many opportunities for students to learn, thrive and be prepared to enter the workforce of today and tomorrow.”

“The Gianforte Family Foundation’s mission is to support organizations that equip people to improve their lives in a sustainable way,” said Chris Murray, president and CEO of the Montana State University Alumni Foundation. “The Gianforte Family Foundation’s desire to construct a new building to house the School of Computing is a natural extension of their support of students in this area, helping them get a superb education and strengthen our local, state and national economy.”

Montana State University's Gianforte School of Computing offers many computing related credentials to students. A student can earn a computer science Bachelor of Science degree, Bachelor of Arts degree, master’s degree, doctorate or minor. In partnership with other MSU academic units, a student can earn a data science minor, a computer science teaching minor or a data science master’s degree. The school has also established dual enrollment courses for Montana high school students through a prior collaboration with Bozeman High School. More information is available online at cs.montana.edu. 

“The Gianforte Family Foundation deeply believes in the power of education to transform students’ lives,” said Brett Gunnink, dean of the Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering in which the Gianforte School of Computing is administratively housed. “They have been stalwart supporters of our program and our students. We are so grateful for this tremendous gift to help take the program to a new level.”

In recognition of the significance of the gift, Montana State University will begin the process for the new building to be named Gianforte Hall after notifying the Montana Board of Regents at its March 10-11 meeting. The university will initiate a process of seeking public feedback, as described in Board of Regents policy 1004.1, on the naming proposal. After providing opportunity for public input, a proposal to name the new building will be brought before the Board of Regents for consideration and final action at a future meeting.

On Friday February 25, 2022 at 4:30 pm, Gallatin County Sheriff Search and Rescue in West Yellowstone responded to a request for assistance from a snowmobiler on the South Fork Trail, 7 miles southwest of town. An individual riding a snowmobile left the trail and crashed into a tree, suffering head and facial injuries.

SAR Volunteers, Custer Gallatin National Forest Law Enforcement and an EMT from the Hebgen Basin Fire Department responded with a specialized rescue sled and were able to treat the patient on scene before transporting off the trail and to a nearby ambulance. The patient was transferred over to the Hebgen Basin Fire Department EMS crew for further medical evaluation and was then transported to the Big Sky Medical Center.

Sheriff Dan Springer would like to remind everyone out enjoying the trails and backcountry that trail conditions can change rapidly and accidents happen quickly. Wearing proper riding gear, including a helmet, can save your life.

Photos courtesy of Gallatin County Sheriff's Office.

HRDC’s Fork & Spoon restaurant will celebrate its 10th anniversary next month on March 20th, and thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor who pledged to match up to $10,000 to honor this special occasion, a fundraising campaign has been launched to raise an additional $10,000 in 10 weeks. The Power of 10 campaign launched on Valentine’s Day and will continue through the end of April with a goal of raising a $1,000 each week.

To encourage donor participation during the 10-week fundraising window, for those who donate $25 or more, a random drawing will be held to award 10 take and bake meals to a single donor.

Supporters of HRDC and the Fork & Spoon realize the positive impact their giving has for others in our community. Last year alone, donations funded approximately 23% of the restaurant’s operations. Leah Smutko, Head Chef and Front of House Manager, knows first-hand just how far donations go in helping keep the restaurant open for everyone. “We are incredibly lucky so many members of our community agree with our social enterprise approach to running a restaurant.Without it, we would not have been able to serve over 25,000 meals last year, many of which were to those experiencing food insecurity.”

Fork & Spoon operates as a social enterprise in several ways. The pay-what-you-can model generates a nightly income from patrons who are able to pay, which in turn offsets the cost todiners who are only able to make a partial contribution, or in some cases, no contribution toward their meal. Proven to be very popular, the restaurant’s take and bake program offers a wide variety of scratch-made brunch and dinner options for those seeking convenient meal options. Outside of Fork & Spoon’s business hours, the dining room space is rented for meetings and events and the kitchen space is rented to small entrepreneurial food-related businesses. All generated income is directly reinvested back into Fork & Spoon operations.

Jill Holder, HRDC’s Food and Nutrition Director, proudly speaks to the restaurant’s staying power, “We are ten years into serving nutritious, chef-prepared meals to our community at prices that work for everyone and in some ways, it feels like we are just getting started. There are so many opportunities for us to continue to grow our service offerings, expand our relationships with local growers and producers, and innovate new ways to address the growing food insecurity many of our neighbors are experiencing.”

Recently voted one of Bozeman’s best kept secret by locals, Fork & Spoon is a bit of an undiscovered treasure deserving of the community’s patronage and support. Whether through adding the restaurant to a short go-to list of options for dining out, volunteering to help serve meals a few times a year, or making a donation to the Power of 10 campaign, each effort makes a tangible difference for others.

Fork & Spoon is open for dinner Sunday through Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Nightly dinners can be prepared for pick up, and fresh-frozen meals are also available for pick-up during these times as well. On Fridays, walk-in service is available from noon to 6:00 pm to pick up to-go meals or something from the take and bake freezer to warm up later.

More information about HRDC’s Fork & Spoon restaurant, can be found at https://www.forkandspoonbozeman.org/.

For all other HRDC programs or services, visit thehrdc.org.

BOZEMAN – Montana State University reported its second highest spring headcount ever, as well as strong graduate student enrollment and retention, according to numbers announced today. 

The official headcount, which is published after the 15th day of classes each semester, showed MSU has 15,608 total students. That's a 4% increase over spring 2021 and is second only to spring 2019, when the university enrolled 15,694.  

"Students continue to see Montana State as the place where their hard work will forge their futures," said university President Waded Cruzado. "We're grateful to them for choosing MSU and to our dedicated faculty and staff for continuing to provide our students the opportunity to find success."   

Graduate student enrollment is the highest ever seen in a spring term at MSU at 2,024, an increase of 3% over last spring. Enrolling and graduating more degree-seeking graduate students is one of the goals of MSU's strategic plan, Choosing Promise.   

"It is exciting to see our graduate program enrollment reaching new heights," said Craig Ogilvie, dean of the Graduate School at MSU. "These students, when they graduate from MSU with their master's and doctoral degrees, will become Montana's next generation of professionals, leaders and innovators."   

Gallatin College MSU also had the second highest spring enrollment ever at 993 students. Gallatin College has grown its spring enrollment 44% over the past five years and has been MSU's fastest growing college over the past decade, graduating more than 1,000 students from its career and technical workforce training programs.    

MSU also saw increased retention of first-time students, with 88.5% continuing from the fall to attend spring classes — a 4% increase over spring 2021. In addition to the graduate students numbered above, the enrollment includes 13,584 undergraduates. Montana residents made up 54% of the student body, or 8,387 students.    

MSU's fall headcount was 16,841, the second highest on record. Spring counts are traditionally lower than the fall figure. 

Are you a visual learner? Then you need to learn how to make creative notes! One of the best strategies to organize information and learn it with greater ease and agility is the elaboration of summaries. How about transforming your conventional outlines into creative and attractive summaries?

In a creative summary, you add artistic and eye-catching touches that encourage reading - it's the perfect opportunity to put your creative skills to work!

In addition, you will learn the best websites and templates to make creative summaries. It will help you have creative and organized notes, stop studying from being a chore, and turn it into a fun, dynamic, and agile activity.


1. Underline or highlight the most relevant information.
To make a creative summary, it is necessary to identify the essential information beforehand. There are a series of beneficial strategies that you can apply to select ideas to make a creative summary.
 
2. Come up with a good title.
It is a crucial part of how to make creative notes. The ideal is to place a title with large font and with a font style that you like so that, when you read it, you find a feeling of satisfaction.
 
3. Place graphic and visual elements.
In addition to highlighting the keywords in each bullet point, it is helpful to place various symbols, images, pictures, drawings, icons, etc., to make beautiful and didactic summaries.

For example, if some part is not entirely clear or you have doubts, it would be ideal to place a question mark on the side and then ask a classmate or teacher about it. Don't forget to use colors!

If you are one of those people who prefer digital and want to learn how to make a nice creative resume from your laptop, tablet, or cell phone, keep reading.
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Some apps to make great creative notes:
 
1. GoodNotes
It is probably the best app for studying if you have an Apple device. Most of the beautiful notes you find on Instagram or the Internet are made from this app to make creative summaries.

According to its website, you can create online notebooks or notepads similar to if you had them on paper, customizing its cover or even the type of paper you will use with grid, lines, and white. Perfect for making creative summaries!

It also allows you to search for words with your handwriting, annotate PDFs and PPTs, organize your notes in folders, open documents simultaneously and edit your creative summaries as you like.
 
2. MetaMoji Note Lite
MetaMoji is a kind of GoodNotes for Windows, free and similar functions. This application for creative summarizing is cross-platform. You can take notes, add text digitally and edit imported PDFs.

You could say that MetaMoji Note Lite is a virtual whiteboard that allows all kinds of content, colors, and tools. You can draw on it, review documents, write notes and tasks and notes, etc. Great for creative online summaries! Plus, it supports PDF and Office documents. It is a multifunctional tool, especially for those whose work is related to writing - for writers, for those who work at the paper writing service, copywriters, etc.
 
3. Nebo
It is another excellent specialized site for taking notes, organizing them, and artistic design. The application is paid and costs almost 10 dollars, but it is not available for Mac. However, it offers multiple tools that are very useful for organizing information and knowing how to make a creative summary easily.

In Nebo, you can write with a pencil or keyboard as you need at any time. In addition, you can edit, underline or draw, and it also allows you to add diagrams, images, or doodles.

For science students, it has recognition for mathematics and can calculate equations or help with the result. Another advantage of Nebo is that it supports more than 60 handwriting recognition languages. Also, you can convert the final file of your creative abstract to PDF or Word format so that you can share it with your friends or contacts.

 
5. NoteShelf
The application allows you to edit your notes, but on one screen, thanks to the fact that it has all kinds of highlighters or writing tools that you can use on imported documents. Also, it reads handwriting and is compatible with virtually all cloud storage services. It's perfect if you like to do creative summaries in a group.

 
Although NoteShelf is not available for Windows, you can download it from a tablet with Android and iOS operating system, as well as on your Mac computer. Depending on your device, you can purchase this app for creative summarizing for $5 to $6.
 
6. LucidChart
This creative summarizing site offers a wide range of tools to organize your ideas, add Google images, and add visual elements. There is even a chat feature to collaborate with others in real-time.

While this is a popular service, there are fees involved. This online platform has a free version for basic users. The Pro version for advanced users costs $8.33 per month and $21 per month for team accounts.
 
7. SpiderScribe
With this online tool, you can connect files and notes in a free-form creative summary chart to organize your thoughts, either publicly or privately. Moreover, you can collaborate with other people in real-time.

It is a cloud-based tool, so you can create templates for creative summaries, customize them and save them in a secure space. Note that personal accounts are free.

Definitely, in whatever context, knowing how to make a practical, creative summary is not an easy task; however, it is necessary to organize all kinds of information and serve as a tool to convey your ideas in a more graphic and fun way.

Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT) is excited to announce the dedication of a permanent trail easement on a .6 mile-long section of the Bridger Ridge Trail. The 18.9-mile-long Bridger Ridge Trail lies almost entirely on public land managed by the United States Forest Service (USFS).  A small but key section of the trail near Mount Baldy crosses private land owned by the Newhall family.

The Newhall family has historically provided public access to the Bridger Ridge Trail since purchasing the property over 50 years ago. “This trail, in particular, is so important to the Bozeman community, it felt especially important to ensure this access forever; we're all trail users so we recognize the value in trails,” said Katy Kelly, granddaughter of Jay and Jane Newhall who originally purchased the property in 1963.

“As a family, we like to consider ourselves stewards of our land but realistically there may be a day when we aren't in a position to keep it. This easement ensures that if anything happens to us the trail will be protected for future generations. I think my granny Jane would have wanted us to be thinking about the future in this way.”

Eventually, this trail easement will be conveyed to the USFS, where it will be protected and remain open to public access forever. Losing access could have resulted in a challenging and costly reroute as this section of trail sits on the Bridger ridge spine, surrounded by steep, rocky slopes that are not conducive to trail building.

“The Bridger Ridge Trail is an important community asset with tremendous recreational value,” said GVLT Executive Director Chet Work. “People come from all over the world to compete and play on this trail. The Newhalls have given us a gift that will be forever cherished in our community and beyond.”

The Bridger Ridge Trail is the site of the renowned annual Bridger Ridge Run. Local athletes rallied to support the project. “This is a historic section of trail on the iconic Bridger Ridge,” said Mike Wolfe, founder and head coach of The Mountain Project, and current course record holder for the Run. “This place means so much to our community of athletes, and any Bozemanite who recreates in the Bridgers. It is surely a place – and a trail - worthy of protection for future generations.”

Lead project support came from SITKA, who made a generous gift through the SITKA Ecosystem Grants program. Additional support was provided from the Trom Family, KnoffGroup Real Estate, Seessel Family, Bridger Canyon Property Owners’ Association, The Mountain Project, Mystery Ranch, onX, Megyn, and William Lansing, Dan Porter, and dozens of individual supporters.

This trail easement ensures that the entire Bridger Ridge Trail will remain open and accessible to the public forever. GVLT would like to sincerely thank the Newhall family and the project supporters who made this trail easement possible. Project supporters are invited to a GVLT ribbon-cutting ceremony and trail project workday on the Bridger Ridge Trail that will be scheduled for late spring 2022.

What is a trail easement? A trail easement is a voluntary legal agreement that allows public access across private land within a specified corridor.

What is a conservation easement? The Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT) partners with private landowners to conserve working farms and ranches, fish and wildlife habitat, open lands and scenic views through the use of conservation easements, voluntary agreements that limit development on a property while keeping it in private ownership.  Each easement is tailored to the specific property and runs with the title of the land in perpetuity. GVLT is responsible for upholding the easement’s terms.  Because a conservation easement limits development rights and therefore decreases the value of the land, landowners may be eligible to write off the difference as a charitable donation. In some cases, landowners receive financial compensation for a portion of the value of the conservation easement.  The public benefits from the protection of conservation values such as prime agricultural soils, wildlife habitat, river corridors, and the overall character of our region.

About Gallatin Valley Land Trust

Gallatin Valley Land Trust connects people, communities, and open lands through conservation of working farms and ranches, healthy rivers, and wildlife habitat, and the creation of trails in the Montana headwaters of the Missouri and Upper Yellowstone Rivers. For more information, visit www.gvlt.org.

When it comes to planning your wedding, the first thing that probably comes to mind is the cost. After all, it's one of the most important days of your life, so you want it to be special. So, when it comes to creating a wedding budget to pay for your big day, you need to know exactly how to divvy up your money to have the wedding of your dreams. If you’re in the planning stage, here are some of the best ways to save for your nuptials.

How Much Do Weddings Cost?

The cost of your wedding depends on a variety of things. The size of the venue, location, the number of guests, and even the type of centerpieces and napkins you choose all contribute to the final cost. The key to keeping costs low and still having a day to remember is being honest with yourself. Trying to cover the cost of a huge soirée when you can’t afford it will only lead to stress, turmoil, and possibly unnecessary arguments.

Create a Budget

Before you start booking services or putting down a deposit for a reception hall, create a wedding budget. Go over your finances and see how much you realistically can afford. Even if you’ve been saving, there’s always the possibility of unforeseen expenses. If you don’t have much money put away, you have a few options. You can push your wedding date out and continue to save, use your credit cards (not the best idea), or apply for a personal loan with a private lender. In terms of interest rates and repayment plans, private lenders can usually offer more favorable terms than your bank or credit card company.

Set Goals

Once you’ve created a realistic budget, you can start working towards your goals. For example, if you want to have the caterers paid in full by a certain date, set the date and stick to it. While this may mean eating at home more or not going out as much, it'll be worth it once you reach your goals.

Compare Prices

Money is one of the factors that affect daily living so the need to consider it when wedding planning should not come as a surprise. Before throwing caution to the wind and going with the first photographer or DJ or even venue you tour, take the time to shop around. Get several quotes and set aside time to review them. Weigh the pros and cons of each prior to signing a contract. You’d be surprised how often the excitement of getting married can cloud the bride and groom’s judgment.

Think About the Season

When you decide to tie the knot is another consideration. In general, the wedding season starts late spring and continues through late autumn. During this time, everything from wedding attire to airfare and hotel rates are more expensive. If possible, try to book your big day during mid to late winter when prices are lower. You might even get discounts simply for booking during this time of year.

Limit the Guest List

When it comes to the guest list, you need to have an open mind. Many catering companies and hotels charge by the head. That means you will pay for these people whether they show up or not. It’s better to have a smaller reception with guests who are closest to you than to invite a lot of people simply for the sake of inviting them.

74 year old female dementia patient last seen on Slough Creek Dr. has been LOCATED. Thanks to Bozeman and Gallatin County residents for your assistance.

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A search is ongoing for a 74-year-old female dementia patient last seen on the 200 block of Slough Creek Dr. in Bozeman. She left sometime between 10 PM and 4 AM on Feb. 17-18. She is described at 5-feet-5-inches tall, 165 pounds with gray/blonde hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a blue sweatshirt, blue pants and only socks on her feet.

If you have seen this person, please call 911 immediately. People with dementia can travel quite a distance, even on foot, so we encourage everyone to keep an eye out for this woman. She is unfamiliar with the area and make seek refuge where available, like an open vehicle or shed for example.

Gallatin County Search and Rescue, the Bozeman Police Department, Bozeman Fire Department and Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office are working on this search.

For media: Operations are staged in a parking lot at the corner of Resort Drive and Field Street, just north of Huffine Lane. Questions can be directed to Whitney Bermes, public information officer, by call or text at 406-595-8963.