Work with Me

My focus is to help clients who face a variety of challenges including:

Executive function issues
- Struggles with planning, scheduling, and completion of tasks
Learning disabilities
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Autism spectrum
Mental health concerns
- Stress/anxiety/depression
- Overworked/overwhelmed/burnt out

On academic probation
Organization
Time management
Procrastination
Perfectionism
Motivation
Self advocacy

General services:

The following services can apply to professionals, students and personal clients.

Goal Setting

Setting both short and long term goals can be an effective way to create your desired future. After documenting your goal and its specific tasks, share it with someone and ask for their support. Don't forget to track and celebrate your successes along the way.

Successful goals:

are written down and posted
specifically state the end result
have a realistic time frame
include a detailed action plan
contain scheduled dates to evaluate your progress

Time Management

Effective time management is a skill that can be learned. It involves planning, prioritizing, and self-discipline.

Scheduling tasks in your calendar with due dates and start dates allows you to create a realistic schedule that includes time for both work and relaxation which can help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Celebrate completion of every task or chunk as motivation to move on to the next task.

Useful tools to manage your time:

Calendar or planner
- Write everything down and check it at least once/day
- Semester calendar with all due dates
Lists
- ToDo List - ongoing
- Today List - day specific
Assignment calculator:
- https://www.lib.sfu.ca/about/branches-depts/slc/learning/calculator
- https://utsc.library.utoronto.ca/assignment-planner
Four Quadrant Prioritization System
- Prioritizing urgent/important tasks
Task Schedule
- To chunk major tasks

Organization

Schedule time at the beginning of each semester or new project to decide the most efficient way to organize your work, supplies, files, etc. Determine a routine that works best for you and follow it the majority of the time.

Some things to consider:

Declutter your desk and digital files at the end of each week at a specific time
Close or minimize all browser tabs that you aren’t using for a project to reduce distractions
- Use research management software
- Use an app to keep your tabs hidden
Create folders and put all files into the proper folder when finished using them
Create a general plan for the week on Sunday evening/Monday morning
- Prioritize what’s urgent and important
- Block time for each task
- Block time for relaxing/rejuvenating
Schedule prep time each night, so your morning runs smoothly
- Plan lunch and clothes
- Prepare your backpack/briefcase
Managing emails
- Schedule a time to read and reply
- Check only once or twice/day
- Put emails to keep into the appropriate folder when finished responding to them
- Reduce by unsubscribing

Specialized services:

For professionals

Increasing your efficiency in writing and presenting proposals
Reducing presentation anxiety
Utilizing technology effectively
Organizing and completing tasks
Structuring your work day:
- ToDo List - ongoing
- Today List - day specific
Planning to write a licensing exam such as:
- Registered Nurse
- Licenced Practical Nurse
- Registered Psychologist
- Medical Doctor
Strategies for creating work/life balance

For students:

Establishing learning objectives and achieving your goals
Developing a realistic schedule and following it
Studying effectively; creating notes for effective studying
Reading efficiently to obtain specific information
Writing tests and managing test anxiety
Upgrading and polishing your learning skills when returning to school
Planning times for fun and relaxation

For personal

Prioritizing and setting future goals
Creating a detailed Action Plan to meet the goals
Scheduling the tasks on a reasonable timeline
Arranging regular and ongoing support to ensure success

What is an Academic Learning Strategist

Academic Learning Strategists focus on the process of learning rather than on specific subject content. They assist students to recognize their strengths, their learning style as well as their learning needs. This process is guided by the individual student’s current needs.

Ready to work with me?

I am here to help you define and attain your goals.
Contact me to create an individualized program that will assist you to meet your current and future goals.

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