Calendar Blocking 101 for EDUcreators

Jeff GargasBlog, Classroom Management, Reflect Better

TL;DR: Calendar blocking is a time management technique used by successful EDUcreators to increase productivity and manage their demanding schedules effectively. It involves allocating specific time blocks in your calendar for different tasks or responsibilities, reducing distractions, and improving focus. Prioritize your tasks, create a daily to-do list, and practice task batching to group similar tasks together. Experiment with day … Read More

5 Tips for Being More Productive

Katie MiglinBlog, Classroom Management, Innovation, Leadership, Self-Care

TL;DR: People want to be more productive but have limited time. Being organized can help reduce mental stress. 5 ways to stay organized and productive are: create a list, put things away immediately, don’t avoid quick tasks, establish routines, and take notes. Implementing these tips can increase productivity and create more free time. Today I’m going to be more productive.  … Read More

Challenging the Status Quo: Featuring Dave Schmittou

Joshua StamperAspire Podcast

In this week’s Aspire to lead episode, Dave Schmittou discusses ways to confront your own thinking and how to challenge the status quo. But the aim of our conversation is not to provide a step-by-step, one size fits all solution. Instead, the goal is to create a spark that inspires you to engage in difficult conversations. In this episode, we … Read More

5 Strategies to Improve Your Time Management

Jeff GargasBlog, Classroom Management, Reflect Better, Self-Care

TL;DR: Managing time effectively and maximizing every minute is essential for personal and professional success. Prioritize tasks with the Eisenhower Matrix to help you assess urgency with importance. Embrace the Pomodoro Technique by working for 25 minutes + 5-minute break intervals. Use the time-blocking technique to schedule specific blocks of time for different types of tasks. Eliminate distractions. Track your … Read More

Don’t Sell Yourself Short Blog Series

Kari PitstickBlog, Leadership

Don’t Sell Yourself Short Blog Series Overview It’s not easy to publicly share your expertise! Whether you are writing a book, sharing your voice in a blog, offering an opportunity to learn during a training session, or transforming your hobby into a small income stream, it does not often feel natural for an educator to celebrate themselves. But why do … Read More