Tag: plan
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Single-Tasking
Single-tasking allows you to focus on one chore at a time. This will go much faster than trying to multitask while doing your chores. For example, if you focus on only one type of chore at a time (say, dusting), and dust the entire home at once, you do not waste time switching tools–you and… Read more
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The Eisenhower Matrix and Chores
The Eisenhower Matrix can be a visual tool to plan out your chores. To begin, walk around every room in your home with a notebook or clipboard. Write down everything that needs to be cleaned. Go from top to bottom. Sit on the floor and look around. For example, in the office: Dust ceiling fan… Read more
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How to Break Down a Project
Just like breaking down a paper (see my post on that here), start with the end in mind. 5 Steps to Complete a Project When is the project due? Write the deadline on the monthly spread. Tip- I would often aim to turn in a paper or project the day before the deadline, in case… Read more
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How to Break Down Writing a Paper Into Smaller Tasks
As a Secondary-Education History major at Clemson University, I had writing papers down to a science. I created the template below. For every paper listed on the syllabus, I went ahead and planned out the work for the whole semester, working backwards from each paper’s due date. 9 Steps for Writing a Paper Finally, determine… Read more
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How Do Chores Teach Time Management?
How to Use Chores to Teach Your Child Time Management Skills Younger children need more direction. As they get older, you can gradually release control to them until their chores become self-directed. For example, if you ask your child to bring their dirty clothes to the laundry room on Monday morning, you will start out… Read more
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What Causes Teens to Struggle with Time Management?
Some teenagers (and adults) struggle with time management. Why? Some have an overloaded schedule, filled with school, sports, clubs, tutoring, jobs, religious activities, and a social life. It would be helpful to thoughtfully consider (with your teen) their priorities each school year, and possible eliminate some activities from the schedule (or at least reduce time… Read more
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3 Symptoms of Poor Time Management
What is a symptom of poor time management? If this is your teen, what can you do to help them? Check out my course here: Teach Your Teen Time Management Read more
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If your student struggles with how much time things take, have them track their time for a week.
When your student has trouble managing their schedule, ask them to record how they spend their time over seven days. Write down their activities in 15 or 30 minute chunks. Then they can fully understand where the time is going. Read more
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3 Things to do Before School Starts to set yourself up for success! My Top Productivity Tip to Survive the Holidays Thanks for reading! Read more
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Course Preview- Help your Teen Finish Their Homework Faster!
Learn how to teach your high school student to independently manage their own workload Are you frustrated with managing your high school student’s homework? This course is for you. After taking this course, you will be able to teach your high school student to independently manage their own workload: Parents will be able to teach their… Read more