On Declining Gracefully
Rebecca Helton, MA
As the new semester begins, so come the invitations to serve on this committee or be part of that grant. Trying to figure out graceful ways to decline? Give our …
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Finding Email Equilibrium
Rebecca Helton, MA
Since we’re all talking about taming our email, this week’s Link of the Week is an essay from Inside Higher Ed on Finding Email Equilibrium.
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How Saying No Helps Professors Find Their Focus
Rebecca Helton, MA
Productive professors use a variety of techniques to focus on what matters most. For many, blocking out large chunks of time for research, writing, and grant applications is key. That’…
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7 Time-Management Tricks from Chris Hardwick, Man of 1,000 TV Shows
Rebecca Helton, MA
From Fast Company. Do any of these seem helpful to you? Surprising, or more common sense than anything else? (Speaking of going down internet rabbit holes, be warned that this …
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Why Aren't You Delegating?
Rebecca Helton, MA
You have way too much to do, you’re buried in work, and it seems there’s no way out from under it all. But there is: delegation. Yes, yes, …
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Meetings Are a Skill You Can Master, and Steve Jobs Taught Me How
Rebecca Helton, MA
More brains don’t necessarily lead to better ideas. When it came to leading meetings, Jobs had no qualms about tossing the least necessary person out of the room. From …
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Shut Up and Write
Rebecca Helton, MA
As we head into a new semester, you may be making writing goals for the new year. The following article has some great suggestions for how to motivate and keep …
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Link: "Good" Hard vs. "Bad" Hard
The Edge for Scholars
When working in research, issues are bound to arise. That’s just the nature of the job and why there are often several trials—and many errors. However, some issues …
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Sock Drawer as Professional Metaphor
The Edge for Scholars
“During this year’s winter break, however, I discovered a book that I hope will change my life. Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art …
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Do More Great Work
The Edge for Scholars
Ever wish you had a map to show you how to avoid unnecessary busywork and focus on the work you know you were meant to do? In this jam-packed little …
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