This guide provides resources and ideas for optimizing your workflows. It includes notes from the Becoming More Productive workshops presented by graduate students in the Life and Health Sciences.
Tara Benesch, M.D./M.S. student at the Joint Medical ProgramTara focused on strategies for making time when you think you have none, using multitasking to your advantage, and staying healthy in the midst of chaos. Strategies include smart scheduling to avoid burnout, meal-prep and exercise strategies, and discovering your best work style.
Heidi Wipf, PhD student in Plant BiologyHeidi addressed challenges with balancing personal, work, and broader community responsibilities. Heidi demonstrated tools and practices for time management and included strategies for goal-setting, building up a good support system, and stress reduction.
Vicky Gomez, DrPH student in Public HealthVicky shared insight on the challenges of being a doctoral student while concurrently juggling a full course load, developing original research, and working in her field. She also shared tips, tools and inspiration for being your best self.