Slowing Down
As the year is winding down and the temperature is dropping, we are entering a time of rest and reflection.Continue Reading
Tag: About Me
19 Things I Learned in 2019 Working in Higher Education
Before I say goodbye to 2019, I have to acknowledge everything I learned this year, working in higher education. I hope that my lessons will inspire you to reflect on your 2019 and, as always, please share your thoughts in the comments.
My Honest Reflection on 2019
We have reached the final moments of 2019 and I am in the midst of reflecting on the past yearContinue Reading
The Value of An Apology
As a woman, I have always had a very adversarial relationship with apologies. As a young girl I suffered, asContinue Reading
I’m Switching Gears – An Update
I’ve been blogging for over a month now. This may not seem like a particularly big feat, but considering thatContinue Reading
How I Engage Students in a 1-Credit Class
For anyone who has ever taught a 1-credit course, whether it’s an intro to the university class or a specialContinue Reading
Getting Your Inbox to “0” – A Guide on Time Management for New Professionals
At this point in my professional career, I don’t often get flustered or feel stressed at work. This is because I have set boundaries and rules for myself that I follow strictly. Not only are they a part of my self-care routine, they are also a part of my professional development because I thereby grant myself the opportunities to produce high quality work. What do you think of my 7 rules? What are your time management strategies? Share your thoughts in the comments.
To Be Honest, Sometimes I Can’t Stand My Job
My heart felt heavy. I was sad and pissed at the same time. “You wait until the last minute to come see me, you see all of the students waiting out there, and then you have the audacity to mark ME as less than satisfactory?” was the refrain I played in my head for the next day and a half. The following morning, slumped in my office chair, head in my hands, I said to myself, “Sometimes I can’t stand this job”.
The Journey Begins
Thanks for joining me! Successful journeys, even short ones, require good company. – Marcia Baxter Magolda My name is DanielleContinue Reading
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