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Opposite Day as a decision-making strategy

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Jo VanEvery 2 Comments

Jo VanEvery, Academic Career Guide ยท Opposite day as decision making strategy An article in Inside Higher Ed about saying “no” and a question on a forum that I participate in combined to make me aware of a strategy that might be helpful when faced with a difficult decision. What if the default was “No”? […]

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You are not a procrastinator: Is this a “no” in disguise?

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Jo VanEvery Leave a Comment

I’ve had more than one client recently worry about their inability to get down to their writing. This is not a minor problem. It can lead you to question your ability to do the work you are doing and to question your own identity. If you aren’t an academic and a writer, who are you? […]

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Tough decisions: turning down a job offer

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Jo VanEvery Leave a Comment

Sometimes I help clients decide whether to turn down a job. Yes, that’s right. Even in this tough labour market some of my clients are deciding not to take jobs. These aren’t easy choices to make. I’ve written before about how you are not desperate. That post focused on applying for the right jobs. What […]

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