by Gretchen | Mar 15, 2022 | Academic Coaching
Did you watch my video last week, “3 Tips to Tackle the Inevitable March Slump?”Today I want to show you a little “behind the scenes” video of how a beanbag chair is helping me manage my own March Slump!In this five-minute and 43-second video...
by Gretchen | Mar 7, 2022 | Academic Coaching
March brings so many things…spring, the time change, March Madness…. And, in the academic world, it nearly always brings the March Slump.The good news is, the slump doesn’t have to be a big one!Watch today’s five-minute and 42-second video for...
by Gretchen | Feb 28, 2022 | Academic Coaching
First, a quick reminder that I’ll be teaching Take Better Notes Now ~ An Anti-Boring Masterclass this Saturday for students, parents, AND educators! I’ve noticed during the pandemic that note-taking is THE skill that truly makes the difference in...
by Gretchen | Feb 8, 2022 | Academic Coaching
You might remember from last week’s video that it’s Nail a New Skill February. If you’re still looking for which skill you should focus on this month, I’ve got an idea for you!Whether you’re a student, parent, educator, or academic...
by Gretchen | Jan 31, 2022 | Academic Coaching
It’s February! It’s also Lunar New year…just in case you’d like to start your new year over or simply have another opportunity to celebrate 😉 And in the world of school and schooling, whether you’re a student, educator, or coach, February...
by Gretchen | Jan 24, 2022 | Academic Coaching
Are you like me in that sometimes you make things harder than they need to be? I do it more often than I’d like, and I’m noticing that my clients and students do it, too. So I made a video with some real talk about this thing we all do to help remind...
by Gretchen | Jan 17, 2022 | Academic Coaching
Do you need a January Reset? I sure do, and I’m noticing a lot of people around me do, too. It’s okay if you’re not fully into the swing of things in the new year yet and are feeling the need to create more space and gentleness for yourself.If...
by Gretchen | Jan 11, 2022 | Academic Coaching
How are you doing this January? If you’re having a bit of a hard time, you aren’t alone. My own mood and productivity have taken a dip this month, too.So much so, I made you a video about it. If you’re curious about what’s going on...
by Gretchen | Jan 4, 2022 | Academic Coaching
Happy New Year!! I hope you enjoyed lovely holidays, and are feeling healthy, relaxed, and hopeful as we head into 2022.As always, I want to help you have the best year yet. To that end, I’ve made a video for you about one of the core principles I believe will...
by Gretchen | Dec 29, 2021 | Academic Coaching
The new year is nearly here! Are you excited? I know I am.And, as my first offer to you for the new year, I have a new word I can’t wait to share with you!Wanna’ know what it is and why I think you should consider making it your theme for 2022? Watch this...
by Gretchen | Dec 21, 2021 | Academic Coaching
Can you believe it’s nearly 2022? I’m having a hard time wrapping my own head around that! I know it’s probably winter break for most of you, but I couldn’t help myself from making you a new video. I’m super passionate about this...
by Gretchen | Dec 14, 2021 | Academic Coaching
Hi there! How are you doing? I know this can be a stressful time in the academic year, but I promise, we’ll all get through it!Today’s video is, in part, about “getting through it,” and ways we might better prepare ourselves (if we’re...
by Gretchen | Dec 7, 2021 | Academic Coaching
Do you have a flexible mindset?I promise, whether you are a student, parent, or educator, you’ll want one! Learning is a life-long endeavor, and having a flexible mindset can help you take charge of your own learning and make learning more fun.So, are you asking...
by Gretchen | Nov 30, 2021 | Academic Coaching
If you’re a student, you know they’re coming…. Whether you have exams this month or next, exams are ahead. And if you’re like most of us, you’re procrastinating preparing for them.It’s normal to put off doing something that feels...
by Gretchen | Nov 17, 2021 | Academic Coaching
Did you catch my video last week where I talked about the theme for November? For some of us who have finals after the holiday break, it’s the semester slog, while for others, it’s the home stretch as the semester is coming to a close. And for some of us,...
by Gretchen | Nov 10, 2021 | Academic Coaching
Hey, there! So, how are you? If you’re freaking out, you’re not alone! It’s November and everyone’s freaking out. But we aren’t all freaking out for the same reason or in the same ways.In my experience, there are three kinds of freak-outs...
by Gretchen | Nov 2, 2021 | Academic Coaching
I’ll bet at this time in the semester, whether you’re a student, parent, or educator, you could use some self-care in your life right now…amirite?Today’s video is a bit longer than usual (nine minutes and six seconds), and it’s all about...
by Gretchen | Oct 26, 2021 | Academic Coaching
Ever feel like success just takes waaay too darn long? You’re not alone! And you’re not wrong—success can take a seemingly long time. That’s what today’s video is all about. I tell you three stories about “slow success” — one...
by Gretchen | Oct 20, 2021 | Academic Coaching
I’m doing today’s video from my bed. Why? Because it’s what I like to call “sh*t hits the fan” month, and I just don’t want to deal. Do you have days like that, too? I’ll bet you do! Watch this three minute and twelve-second...
by Gretchen | Oct 13, 2021 | Academic Coaching
We sometimes forget that when we learn effective study and time-management skills, those things can help us throughout our lives–not just in school.Today’s video is about exactly that–how one student was able to use his note-taking skills outside of...