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Let’s Work Together<\/strong>!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Success coaching is about about empowering you with strategies, accountability, and personalized support so that you can overcome obstacles and reach your goals. Click below to get started or use the Contact Us<\/a> page to schedule on-going support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Goal Planning<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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You\u2019re more likely to succeed if you have goals that fit your schedule. Below are a few things to keep in mind when creating goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Make Realistic Goals, Not Idealistic Ones<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minimize frustration by making goals that work with you, not against you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong>
If a goal causes more stress than motivation when you say it out loud, it may need to be more flexible. Design your goals around your reality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. SMART Goals: A Helpful Starting Point<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may have heard of SMART <\/strong>goals: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. They can help you make a realistic plan.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But you don\u2019t have to master the SMART formula alone!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> 
If a goal feels too big or complicated, bring it to a coach. We love helping you shape your goals into something more manageable.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. New Semester Resolutions<\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

People make New Year\u2019s resolutions at the beginning of the year. You can do the same thing at the beginning of a new semester!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip: <\/strong>
<\/strong>Think about these questions when creating resolutions.

1. What habits do you want to build this semester? 
2. What can you change to make this semester less stressful? 
3. What is one goal you want to finish when the semester ends?  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Stress Management<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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The goal of stress management is to use tools that help you regain a sense of control.

Your College Support System<\/strong>: You\u2019re not expected to manage college stress alone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Professors<\/strong> \u2013 Office hours are a great place to ask questions, learn class rules, and learn more about course content. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Academic Advisors<\/strong> \u2013 Advisors review your schedule, balance your course load, and plan a path that fits your goals and duties. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Tutors<\/strong> \u2013 Practicing skills and working with a tutor can build confidence and reduce nerves before exams or other work. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Success Coaches<\/strong> \u2013 Success Coaches help with study plans, time skills, goal setting, and tools to de-stress. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Access Services<\/strong> \u2013 Access Services provide support for documented needs to ensure an even access to learning. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Counseling Services<\/strong> \u2013 Counseling offers free support for your well-being, including tools for coping with challenges.. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Financial Aid<\/strong> \u2013 Financial Aid can help you learn about aid types, forms and deadlines, and funding for college. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Tip<\/strong>: If you\u2019re not sure who to talk to, your Success Coach can help connect you with the right<\/em> person or service.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Time Management<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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    Time management is about using the time you have with more intention. It is highly personal, as everyone has different responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Audit Your Time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Before you can manage your time, you have to know the amount of usable time you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Try this:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    List your commute, class times, work hours, caregiving responsibilities, meals, and anything else that fills your day. Then look for small gaps, as these are \u201chidden pockets\u201d of time that often go unnoticed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Common examples of hidden pockets:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Sitting in the laundromat or waiting on the dryer \u2192 read a chapter <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Waiting for dinner to cook \u2192 complete a short assignment or watch\/listen to part of a lecture or other resources <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Driving \u2192 listen to audio notes or recorded lectures <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Arriving to class early \u2192 study notes <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Breaks between classes \u2192 draft discussion posts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      The goal is not to fill every<\/em> spare minute, but to reclaim the ones that help you stay caught up and not stressed out. Just make small, helpful choices.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Motivation<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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      You may feel unsure where to start. That’s normal, and it’s something we can work through together!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Tip:
      <\/strong>Talk to your Success Coach and let’s build a plan together before<\/em> you feel like you\u2019re drowning in assignments. Reaching out early can help you catch up! Reaching out late can cause more issues for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Yay for Little Wins<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      They matter more than you think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Every finished paragraph and completed quiz is a step toward your larger goals. Celebrating these moments is part of staying motivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Treat yourself <\/strong>when you make progress. It\u2019s about acknowledging that you moved forward!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      When in Doubt, Just Start One Thing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      You just need to start, motivated or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Once you begin, even with a tiny task, motivation often follows behind you. It\u2019s easier to keep going once you\u2019ve taken the first step.

      Tip:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Action can fuel motivation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Study Strategies<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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      With the right study tools, you can work better and<\/em> feel less stressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Break It Up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Long study sessions may cause your brain to stop studying correctly. Instead, try 25 minutes of focused studying followed by a 5-minute break (a tool known as the Pomodoro Technique).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Why it works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00b7       Your brain doesn\u2019t become as tired<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00b7       You concentrate better<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00b7       You fight burnout<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00b7       You avoid the frustration of sitting for hours without remembering much<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      2. Active Studying, Not Passive Studying<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Reading a chapter three times might feel like studying, but your brain won\u2019t retain much without you being active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Active studying includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00b7       Making your own test questions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00b7       Using paper or digital flashcards<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00b7       Teaching the content to a friend<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u00b7       Explaining a concept out loud in your own words<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Tip:<\/strong>
      <\/strong> If you can teach it, you truly know it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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