2 Get time management assistance with Copilot
We all know how hard it’s to find some ‘me time’ in our packed schedules. That’s where Microsoft Copilot comes in. It’s your personal AI companion that’s ready to help you manage your day.
In this video, you discover how Copilot can provide support in streamlining your life. From optimizing your work and personal schedules to drafting emails and planning projects, Copilot can help.
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We all know how challenging it can be to squeeze in some me time amid our busy schedules filled with work, commitments and errands.
That is where Microsoft Copilot comes in – consider it your personal AI companion ready to step in to help you manage your day.
Let’s look at some ways Copilot can help you manage your time effectively.
First, it can help optimise your work and personal schedules.
Imagine you have a busy day ahead.
You might ask Copilot: ‘Optimise my schedule for today. I wake up at 6:00 a.m. and have a dental cleaning appointment at 8:00 a.m., which is 10 minutes from my office.
I work from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute commute each way.
I need to fit in a 1-hour workout, write and send out a one-page weekly newsletter, and buy food and essentials for a family of four while spending 30 minutes on selfcare.
Copilot will then provide a personalised schedule, ensuring you have a productive and balanced day.
For your workday, Copilot can streamline your tasks with precision. You might ask: ‘Organise my work schedule for today.I start at 6:00 a.m. and have a team meeting at 9:00 a.m..
I need to finish a project proposal by 1:00 p.m., review reports, conduct two 1-hour training sessions starting at 10 a.m., and take a client call at 2:00 p.m.. I also have a lunch break at 12:00 p.m. and a 30-minute commute. How should I sequence these tasks?’
Copilot will suggest an efficient workflow, allowing you to manage your responsibilities with ease.
It can also help draft messages and emails.
You might ask Copilot: ‘I need ‘to delegate three editing tasks for our project due this Friday at 5 p.m..Voice-over:Can you help me draft a professional yet friendly message to my team to distribute the workload?’
With the help of Copilot, you will send out a message that is just the right mix of professional and personable, saving you time and keeping your team on track and in the loop.
Next up, planning. Whether it is a work project or a personal goal, planning is key.
Here is an example of how Copilot can assist:‘I am ‘leading a software development project to design a mobile app with user authentication, payment integration and real-time notifications.
We have five developers, an £80,000 budget, and a 13 July deadline.
Can you help me outline a project plan with milestones and resource allocation for each phase if we start the project on 4 January?’
Copilot will then provide a project outline, helping you stay on track and within budget.
You can even ask follow-up questions like: ‘Is this budget sufficient for the scope of this project?’ or ‘Is there enough time to complete this project within the given timeline?’
Copilot will provide additional information to help support you making sure you aren’t just managing your time well now, but also in the future.
And for the home front, Copilot can offer time management strategies.
For example, assistance on how to declutter your space and manage your to-do lists more effectively.
Just ask: ‘Copilot, my house is cluttered, and my to-do list is too long. Can you give me some tips to get organised quickly and take control of my day?’
You will get practical advice on how to tidy up your space and tips on prioritising tasks.Voice-over:If you are a sales manager prepping for client meetings, Copilot can help you structure and organise your notes or give you advice on how to do so.
Simply request: ‘I have several client meetings lined up and need to organise my notes. Can you help me create a structured approach?‘Voice-over:Copilot will guide you in organising your notes so you can focus on making those meetings successful and saving you time.
Think of Copilot as your personal time strategist, always on hand to assist you in organising your day, setting priorities, and helping find time for the things that bring you joy.
Whether you want to start a new book, explore the outdoors, or just relax and recharge, you can count on Copilot to be there for you to keep your day-to-day schedule streamlined so you can find time to do what you love most.
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Copilot can help with tasks like these:
- Optimise schedules: Streamline personal and work schedules for maximum efficiency.
- Draft messages and emails: Craft professional and friendly communications quickly.
- Plan projects: Outline project plans with milestones and resource allocation.
- Manage workflows: Organise tasks for optimal productivity.
- Provide information: Retrieve the latest information from the web for informed decision-making.
- Offer time management strategies: Give practical advice on how to accomplish goals and tasks.
- Support creative and technical tasks: Assist with generating creative ideas and providing technical support.
Copilot simplifies the management of your daily schedule and tasks, so you can focus on what you love most.