Eat That Frog: The Time Management Trick Every Teacher Needs

Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? Start your day with purpose by eating your frog. 🐸

In this episode of the Why Edify Podcast, Jeremy Jorgensen unpacks the timeless wisdom behind Mark Twain’s "eat the frog" metaphor and Brian Tracy’s book Eat That Frog—reimagined for educators. Learn how to overcome procrastination, reduce stress, and take back control of your day with one intentional habit: tackling your biggest challenge first.

Whether it’s grading, lesson planning, or that one email you’ve been avoiding, this practical approach to time management can help you reclaim your energy and focus. Jeremy also shares insights from the Strong Teacher framework and offers a daily affirmation to help you start strong.

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Takeaways

- Mark Twain's frog metaphor highlights the importance of tackling tough tasks first.

- Procrastination can create a low level of stress that affects productivity.

- Identifying your 'frog' can help you focus on what truly matters.

- The 80-20 rule suggests that a small percentage of tasks yield the most results.

- Starting your day with the hardest task can set a positive tone.

- Momentum builds once you start working on a challenging task.

- Daily habits can lead to consistent progress and discipline.

- Perfection is not attainable; focus on progress instead.

- Facing challenges head-on can lead to a clearer mind and better control of your day.

- Joining a supportive community can enhance your growth as an educator.

Chapters

00:00 Tackling Procrastination: The Frog Concept

04:19 Strategies for Effective Time Management

06:09 Building Productive Habits and Mindset

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