I recently attended a training seminar on speech writing. Believe it or not, it was actually quite interesting and informative. During the seminar, the speaker handed out writing prompts, invited us to partner up with someone we’re familiar with, and spend one minute writing a short speech on behalf of your partner. I partnered upContinue reading “SUMMERTIME”
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STAYING FOCUSED
“How well do you focus and keep focused while at work?” This is yet another question I have received a few times lately as I’ve been interviewing for jobs. And I think it’s a good question. I think it’s totally normal for most people to occasionally struggle staying on task. I can’t even begin toContinue reading “STAYING FOCUSED”
MOTIVATION
In a recent job interview, I was asked, “How would you motivate volunteers and student employees to work hard every day?” The response I gave was very specific to the university with which I was interviewing. I talked about that importance of BYU-Idaho, the university’s mission, and how I felt so lucky to have attendedContinue reading “MOTIVATION”
MY JOB SEARCH
I said no. I still can’t believe I did it, but I did. About a year ago, my wife and I both had a strong impression that I needed to finish my master’s degree early. We weren’t sure why, but we both knew it was something we needed to do. So without much hesitation, IContinue reading “MY JOB SEARCH”
POKéMON 20
For the past few days, all my social media feeds have been occupied by Pokémon. With the exception of about 20 minutes following Steph Curry’s heroic performance against Oklahoma City, all I have seen people post about is Pikachu. People across the world are excited to celebrate Pokémon’s 20th anniversary, which is pretty neat. But I neverContinue reading “POKéMON 20”
WRITING BOOKS III
Continuing my series about books I’ve read on the subject of writing, the next book on the list in On Writing Well. “On Writing Well” by William Zinsser is the first book I read that really showed me writing is not just a talent you’re born with, but instead a skill that anyone can develop withContinue reading “WRITING BOOKS III”
2016 GOALS
They say you are more likely to follow through on goals and resolutions if you write them down and put them somewhere you will see them. Well, I’ve written my goals for the year down and I’m going to post them here so there is one more place I will see them. 1. Get downContinue reading “2016 GOALS”
GO TO LUNCH
As I taught my course this past semester, I was increasingly concerned that not all of my students felt comfortable sharing their thoughts and perspectives with the class. Southern Utah University has a predominantly Caucasian-American, LDS student body. There is nothing wrong with this, as I have thoroughly enjoyed my interactions within the SUU community,Continue reading “GO TO LUNCH”
HAPPY FIFTH
It’s been five whole years of adventure with you, Sum. I’m so grateful for you and your constant guidance in my life. Aside from being my best friend, you are the most amazing mother to our girls. I wouldn’t change a thing about the last five years. I have more to say, but I’m goingContinue reading “HAPPY FIFTH”
MY STYLE
I successfully survived my first semester as a teacher. And instead of going out to celebrate, I sit here on my recliner and reflect on what happened. How did I get to this point in my life? Why did I decide to pursue teaching? I don’t have all the answers, nor do I know how thingsContinue reading “MY STYLE”
Hayden Coombs 