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posted 28 May 2008 by Hillary
I’m giving these workshops in Evanston and Chicago next week – hope to see you at one! – Hillary
Tuesday, June 3, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Ethical Planet
1110 W. Davis St.
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 866-2088
SEATING LIMITED – PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED
To preregister, email ethicalplanet@aol.com or call 847.866.2088
Fee: $20 (cash or check made out to Hillary Rettig)
Wednesday, June 4, 6:15 P.M. – 9:15 P.M.
Brehon Pub
731 North Wells St.
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 642-1071
Fee: $10 (cash or check made out to Hillary Rettig) plus $10 food/drink order
Hillary will also be selling copies of her book The Lifelong Activist for $20 at both workshops.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
The workshop has two parts:
Overcoming Procrastination, Perfectionism, Blocks and Fears. We begin by precisely characterizing the nature of, and circumstances that often surround, procrastination. We discuss how many people mistakenly attribute procrastination to laziness, immaturity, lack of willpower, lack of commitment, and other perceived personality or behavioral flaws, thereby mischaracterizing it and adding a burden of shame. Then we explore the true nature and causes of procrastination, including common mindsets and behaviors that support it, such as perfectionism and negativity. Finally, we discuss solutions that really work! Participants will be encouraged to share their own experiences and insights, and the workshop leader will share concrete advice and strategies.
Time Management. This workshop begins with a discussion of how time should be valued (contrary to the cliché, time is not money; it’s far more valuable than money); why one needs to manage it; and how successful people tend to view and use time. Then we discuss how to properly value time; right and wrong ways to use time; and lifestyles that support and inhibit success. Then we discuss how to budget and track your time, how to set priorities, and how to “create” time through delegation and other techniques. Finally, we discuss tips for sticking to your schedule, and how to deal with people who don’t support you. After the workshop, many participants report being more productive and less stressed.
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