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"I long to accomplish some great and noble task, but it is my chief duty to accomplish small tasks as if they were great and noble." --Helen Keller
So many of us have great dreams for the next school year, but with the passing of each day we miss valuable opportunities to lay the groundwork for the fulfillment of those dreams. Now is the time to prepare for a more productive, well organized school year. The following forward-looking tips will help you make more effective use of your time during an average week, as well as throughout the new school year. Remember it is not how hard you work, but how smart you work that is important. Work smart and fulfill your dreams!
1. Build an "office-to-go." Set up a briefcase with appropriate folders, scores, drill charts, and supplies, so you'll have what you need to do work on the fly. Many people lose opportunities to be proactive because they are not equipped to take advantage of time pockets that open up as they're moving around during the day. Start with the basics: pen and plain paper for capturing ideas, goals and other planning thoughts, music scores, sticky notes, paper clips, binder clips, tape and a calendar. Don't lose a creative idea or miss an opportunity to jot down some thoughts the next time you're in a traffic jam or waiting for someone to arrive.
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