Getting Over Procrastination
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The tendency to procrastinate dates back to the very beginnings of civilization. As early as 1400 B.C., Steel told me, ancient Egyptians were struggling with basic time management. ‘Friend, stop …
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How Humor Can Transform Your Classroom
Rebecca Helton, MA
Do you think a little amusement might brighten up your teaching? Want to be funny in front of a classroom, but not sure of the best way? Natascha Chtena has …
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Reclaiming To-Do Lists
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I had been using the Clear app on my phone and my desktop computer because it allowed me to sync all my tasks no matter where I was. It worked …
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Random Reflections on Getting Published
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Kirsten Bell, associate editor for Critical Public Health, spills the beans on what it takes to get published, including strategic submission dates, how to challenge an editorial decision, and doing …
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Win Over an Opponent by Asking for Advice
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Whether it’s a high-stakes monetary negotiation or winning support for a proposal, the simple gesture of soliciting advice can make you more likeable, encourage your counterpart to see your …
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Writing Environments
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Writing is an inherently social activity — we write for others — that we most often undertake in solitude. This is one of writing’s great contradictions. We write for an audience, …
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Rock Talk: Biosketch Changes and New Efforts to Maximize Fairness in Peer Review
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Changes to the Biosketch We’re set for a major change in how you portray your body of work when applying for NIH funds. With strong support from NIH leadership, …
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The First Days of a New Tenure-Track Faculty Job
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This is the season when some lucky ones preparing for new jobs in the fall. A few people have asked me what to expect, so I imagine even more are …
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Understanding Asthma: Kecia Carroll
Rebecca Helton, MA
As the most common chronic diseases of childhood, asthma and other allergic diseases represent a “substantial burden on children in terms of quality of life, missed school days, and impact …
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Cool Jobs
Rebecca Helton, MA
I stumbled across this article about a chemistry professor who did science advising for Breaking Bad. That sounds like an awesome gig. Does anyone have any stories about opportunities that …
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