What is the Eisenhower matrix?

The Eisenhower Matrix is a tool for managing time and task priorities. It divides tasks into four categories along two axes: urgency and importance.

Four quadrants:

1. Important and urgent — tasks that need to be done immediately.
2. Important but not urgent — tasks for planning and long-term work.
3. Urgent but not important — tasks that can be delegated.
4. Not urgent and not important — tasks that can be eliminated or postponed.

Examples of usage:

• If you have a task with a deadline today (urgent and important), it should be done immediately.
• If a task is important for development but the deadline is far away — plan its execution.
• If a task is urgent but not important — pass it to someone else.
• If a task is not important and not urgent — ignore it.

This helps to focus on truly significant tasks and manage time effectively.