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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