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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Time Management at Night | 2/4/2012 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I just cannot stay up to do my homework. It is easy for me to allow myself to go to sleep at night ... A: Okay, now we are getting some place. You are going brain dead! :) Just kidding!!!! Your brain needs ... | ||
| Time Management at Night | 2/4/2012 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I just cannot stay up to do my homework. It is easy for me to allow myself to go to sleep at night ... A: Give me some idea of what your regular schedule is like. Do you have things that you do certain ... | ||
| study problems/test preparation | 10/11/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I will try to keep this short. I just took a test today for my nursing class and did very poorly. ... A: Your cramming and your brain says "Knock it off"! It doesn't want to cram, then sort the ... | ||
| life at university | 10/4/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: i was hoping if you can give me some advise/tips. i'm moving to university next year and its the ... A: I think I can give you some ideas that will improve your life! :) First of all, invest in a tape ... | ||
| soft water | 9/28/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: Didn't know who, or how to ask this question, but thought you might be able to help. We have a ... A: I am not the 'expert' but, I do work for Roto Rooter part time, so I think I can give you a fairly ... | ||
| Company going out of business | 8/4/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: My company is probably going to fold in a month. I have some assignments to work on, but my heart ... A: Just think, wouldn't it be nice to be able to tell your next boss that you worked on this project? ... | ||
| Study management | 6/14/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I am studying in tenth grade in India, a really important year to choose future study group in 12th. ... A: Well, you have one part right--you work best when you take breaks! The only thing is-you have to ... | ||
| how to increase willpower?! | 5/23/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: A: I have the exact same problem and I am probably twice or three times your age!! :) It is always more ... | ||
| how to increase willpower?! | 5/23/2011 | Kenneth Renshaw |
| Q: A: I guess everyone has some time management problems (including me). What I would do to help: 1. let ... | ||
| sat and board exams | 4/28/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: But I still am confused about the tape recorder part because i just have 1 week till exams(grade 12 ... A: I really do appreciate it!!!! I know you will do well, you just need a system that works for you and ... | ||
| sat and board exams | 4/28/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: But I still am confused about the tape recorder part because i just have 1 week till exams(grade 12 ... A: I read over my answer and can see how you are confused. Do it this way: Read your notes use the ... | ||
| time management | 4/28/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I've got my board exams next week and i can't get down and study in .I just keep getting up for no ... A: Your not alone, students in just about every college, university, high school and tech school are ... | ||
| Managing my time | 3/20/2011 | Kenneth Renshaw |
| Q: I really don't know how to tell you my problem. I'm having a perfectly crafted time table that ... A: Let me give a few suggestions: 1. Focus on rewarding things accomplished rather than punishment for ... | ||
| Using time properly | 3/20/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I really don't know how to tell you my problem. I'm having a perfectly crafted time table that ... A: Congratulations for getting to the point of making a table and sticking to it! Sure, your not ... | ||
| 4 year old daughter | 3/17/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I am a divorced dad and since our daughter was 2yo we have 50/50 physical custody, who ever has her ... A: WOW Rafael! I see why your concerned although some of your concerns could be unfounded. Being that ... | ||
| Time Management | 3/16/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I'm in sixth grade going on seventh grade and am 12 years old. I am doing gymnastics, however, the ... A: i think I came up with something for you. I understand the worksheets and I am guessing that the ... | ||
| Managing my time. | 2/25/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: well,im 13 and really really good in my academics the advantage for me is that i mug up really ... A: Over confidence can be good in a way, but I am guessing that you aren't challenged enogh. Studying ... | ||
| Need a better study strategy | 2/25/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I feel like I'm in need of a better study strategy. I've taken several tests so far this term and ... A: I am sorry, I was contacted by 'experts', but I didn't recieve your question. So, to help you out ... | ||
| internet addict | 1/24/2011 | Kenneth Renshaw |
| Q: I am 23 yr old girl from india and a student of chartered accounting (CA) . I recently failed my ... A: I would say the ideal would be to have a balance in your studies, family, and social life-in other ... | ||
| Sleeping | 1/20/2011 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: My first and foremost problem is I really, really sleep a lot and watch movies, my A-level exams ... A: Usually, sleeping a lot and ignoring responsibility in life means that you are depressed. It also ... | ||
| please help !!!! | 12/24/2010 | Kenneth Renshaw |
| Q: please help me . i am of 14 and set my goal to be an astronaut . Before a year it was very easy for ... A: In time management, here are a few suggestions: 1. plan each day, and prioritize the items A-vital, ... | ||
| tips to manage time | 12/24/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: SIR, I AM IN 12th STANDARD AND HAVE A LOT TO STUDY.EXAMS ARE COMING NEAR AND I AM NOT ABLE TO MANAGE ... A: I am glad that you answered back and gave me an idea of what your schedule is like. You do have time ... | ||
| tips to manage time | 12/23/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: SIR, I AM IN 12th STANDARD AND HAVE A LOT TO STUDY.EXAMS ARE COMING NEAR AND I AM NOT ABLE TO MANAGE ... A: In order to give you a good idea of how to manage your time, I would need to know when your classes ... | ||
| Homework Management | 11/28/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I am now a sophomore and every teacher is giving me work everyday literally. ANd they have speedy ... A: I so totally understand your public speaking delema; when I was in high school, I had the same ... | ||
| just time management and basic skills | 10/11/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: i was just wondering if you could give me hints and tips on how to time manage, because im in year ... A: Time management with school work all starts with taking notes properly. One step makes the second ... | ||
| Time Management | 10/4/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: Hey, it would be real helpful for you to give me advice on how to manage my time better on tests ... A: It could be that you are taking longer reading and comprehending the question. In some instances ... | ||
| I procrastinate too much!!!!! | 10/4/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I am totally stressing out. I'm a college senior (I graduate in december) But I procrastinate and ... A: Don't knock yourself in the head so much, you aren't any different than a lot of the rest of us. At ... | ||
| procrastination!!!! | 10/4/2010 | Kenneth Renshaw |
| Q: I am totally stressing out. I'm a college senior (I graduate in december) But I procrastinate and ... A: Let me give you a few suggestions that might help: 1. if you have another computer available, put ... | ||
| Help my get organized | 9/27/2010 | Kenneth Renshaw |
| Q: Please help me plan a schedule with myself and learn how to get outta bed and be productive with my ... A: Karin, thanks for writing. Let me make a few suggestions: 1. make a schedule each day of things ... | ||
| Why cant i retain information? | 9/25/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: Im a sophmore this year in highschool and i decided to take all AP/Honors classes (except french). ... A: I am glad that I could help make it easier for you, so thank you, for your comment. You like ... | ||
| Why cant i retain information? | 9/24/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: Im a sophmore this year in highschool and i decided to take all AP/Honors classes (except french). ... A: I bet you are fed up! You don't have a life, that is the one thing you didn't put into your ... | ||
| Time and Life | 9/19/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: i have major problem managing my time, as you can see that's why i'm here to ask. Even though i set ... A: I am sorry that it took so long for me to answer. I did not receive your first e-mail and I was just ... | ||
| study tips | 8/30/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I am having trouble with my study/homework habits. Ever since I started taking my engineering ... A: J.; Congratulations on furthering your education. I admire that a lot! Now to your problem! My ... | ||
| Procasitnation | 8/11/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I'm 14 years old, and I have been procrastinating since I had homework! I usually wait until 10 at ... A: You need to have a goal and stick to it. OR when you get out of school, you won't keep a job, which ... | ||
| please help with higher level institution transfer | 8/10/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I'm a non-traditional student with ADD, and an unfriendly history with the academic world (from many ... A: Organization is a world wide problem when it comes to paper work. But, it is really simple to ... | ||
| Time management... | 8/10/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I really have time management problem so I need some advices.. My school ends at 530 pm daily so ... A: You have the same problem that a couple million other kids have, so you are not alone. It is a ... | ||
| Procrastination | 8/3/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: Good evening, i am vishal,25 yrs old, from India,mumbai,i have done my MBA in Marketing from Mumbai ... A: Congratulations on getting your MBA, that is a very impressive accomplishment. Give yourself a pat ... | ||
| time management for working art student | 7/28/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I am a full-time college student planning to get a BFA in studio arts. I'm currently living with my ... A: I can relate to your hectic schedule as an art student since my step-daughter holds a full time job, ... | ||
| stress and no time for anything | 7/22/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I have a doctor appointment but it is a month away. that is too long.. but they can't squeeze me in ... A: Your right--you need a doctor appointment! I can see why you are tired, out of steam and getting ... | ||
| need help | 7/5/2010 | Jan Hayner |
| Q: I wanted to know how i can balance my homework with everything else because i got sports after ... A: You are like a lot of other high school students that have hectic schedules and no time for a life! ... | ||
Managing Your Time Effectively
Answers by Expert:
Jan Hayner
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Expertise
I can give you tips and hints on how to use your time efficiently, shortcuts to make this possible and the importance that great time management can have on every aspect of your life, home, job and family relationships.
Experience
I am a Professional Organizer and one of my specialties is 'time managment'. I am an advocate of the saying "Work Smarter-Not Harder' and I show you ways to accomplish this through smart and efficient time management.
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