Dr. Melissa Read

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William, Excellent approach! The highlighting method works wonders for so many instructors. It can really help focus your students on providing the highest quality responses too. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Anne, I understand where you are coming from. Sometimes lists can feel daunting and unmanageable. You might do well by dividing your list into two sections, tasks that need to be completed and tasks that are already complete. This way, you can enjoy seeing your progress. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Courtney, I understand where you are coming from! Many successful people got where they are by being almost too on top of things. While it's important to acknowledge how great immediacy can be for our careers, it's also important to take a break every now and then too. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Ephraim, Sounds like a spot-on self assessment. We know ourselves best. It's interesting to hear that procrastination impacts work and personal life. Sometimes people find that it impacts only one or another. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Gregory, Sounds like a wonderful plan! Now it's time to get started. Often times, I recommend starting small and working your way up. This can be easier than going full force with everything you want to change all at once. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Earnest, It sounds like you've got a great system in place for managing your tasks. I can understand what you mean about occasionally ending up with too many tasks on your plate. This happens a lot to people who are as organized as you, because others trust you to get the job done! While that's a compliment, it's ok to push back every now and then and take some time for you. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Daniel, So true. When we get our tasks down on paper, we get them out of our minds. This can work wonders when it comes to making us feel less stressed and helping us remember to accomplish everything on our plates. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Gregory, It sounds like you have a great handle on your current approach - strengths as well as opportunities. It also sounds like you know exactly what you need to do next to improve. Sounds like you are in a great place. Now it's time to make your new happen! To get there, you can start small and work your way up. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Deborah, Excellent to hear you'll explore this new approach! Underlining works wonders for so many instructors. It not only speeds grading, but also help students focus on the most important portions of their answers. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Glenn, Sounds like you have a great approach. I am curious to hear about whether you ever struggle with immediacy issues. Sometimes, people who accomplish tasks right away have challenges with letting go and enjoying a little. Dr. Melissa Read