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Tired of fighting distractions, struggling for focus, and never quite getting everything accomplished? In our digital age sometimes our productivity tools fail us by adding to our distractions. This interactive, hands-on session explores a number of analog tools that are helpful to lower stress, gain focus, tame “to-do” lists, and accomplish you most important personal and work goals. Topics include journaling approaches to enhance productivity and focus, time blocking tools such as the Pomodoro technique, mind mapping, and bullet journaling. Once we tackle some pen and paper approaches, we will look at newer digital tools that can you stay focused and on task.

Time: 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Dates: Thursdays May 21 & 28
Registration Fee: $199

The Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE) now requires the following information. Please fill out this registration to the best of your ability, as it will assist in obtaining a non-credit transcript for your records in the future. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Chelsea Cowan at Chelsea.Cowan@uafs.edu.

Classes take place at the Center for Economic Development at the Bakery District 70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901

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