Career Talk & Job Board

In Onenote - or wherever you keep notes - create a tab for each recurring meeting you have. Whenever a topic or issue comes, add it to that running list right away under the meeting date.It’s a good reminder of what you talked about and what you need to cover or revisit. It also allows you to answer questions that you discussed previously, that no one would otherwise remember (e.g. “we talked about this Feb. 16 and decided not to because of xxx.”) 

At the end of each day I spend a few minutes looking at my calendar for the next day. I keep a small dry erase board on my desk and I write out what I have going on the next day. I can prioritize my free time based on what I know I’ll need to accomplish that next day. It’s really helped me visualize the coming day, wrap up my day and enter the new day ready for what’s to come. 

As someone who is visual, I have found that creating a spreadsheet was the easiest way to keep my work life in order. The best part was color coding the whole thing! The most important part was creating a Key. I know I know….this sounds like a basic checklist but the color coding really help keep things in order. And once you check things off you can move on to the next. I love the red being urgent because it stands out and I know I need to prioritize asap.  A lot of people use post-it notes but having a digital copy allows me to be able to go back (YoY) and look over past taks and become more efficient with my time with my copywriting.  

I’ve started completely signing out of my inbox so I’m not distracted on new emails. Focusing on one thing at a time was sometimes difficult, not being bothered with new emails has been a game changer!

I don’t know about anyone else, but once I became a parent, my brain totally shifted personally and, honestly, professionally. My now 3yo, energetic, yet sweet son has given my husband and I a run for our money (and brain cells). Because of that, I write down almost everything. From grocery lists, Target runs and, most especially, work tasks, if it’s not written down, it’s not getting done (or purchased).It seems silly and simple, yes. But this has truly been my personal game changer since becoming a working mom. I’ll write down things such as, “Reply to xyz person about xyz topic BY FRIDAY,” which is something I never had to do until the last few years.But if it’s written down and needs to be checked off? It gets done quicker. Simple as that.

Throughout my career, I have tried various ways to stay productive during the work day. I’ve found, at least for me, a combination of print and digital methods works best, especially for my role. I oversee marketing, communications, mergers and acquisitions, and creative, which means managing a few different teams and people. So, staying organized and productive is key to my every day responsibilities. Prioritization: where does the project fall within department/company objectives and has the most visibility with the executive leadership team? My team uses ClickUp for project management. We treat our team as an internal agency with the other departments as client. We meet weekly as a team to map out the planned and potentially unplanned work that each group is working on, how can we collaborate, and what is the timeline. All of this information helps prioritize our week.Daily Check-Ins: pulse check on work in progres

A timer. For productivity? Groundbreaking. I know, I know. But I set the timer once an hour to remind myself to get away from my desk and stretch my legs, so I don’t fall into the rabbit hole of my inbox and tabs and tasks. Taking a few moments to step away and reflect on the last hour and what I’ve accomplished in that time breaks things up nicely. It also makes my day feel more manageable, so I’m less likely to suffer from Fried Egg Brain, which is not a productive form of brain. 🍳

My top two productivity tips are writing daily to-do lists and setting reminders on my phone. I’m the worst at getting caught up in a project and losing track of time, so setting reminders ensures everything is done on time, including remembering to eat lunch.

Your calendar is your friend, and write down 3 of your top priority items for the day — anything you accomplish after these three items just set you ahead for the following day! End your day writing down your top 3 priority items for the following day to set yourself up for success. 

My biggest productivity hack/tip is utilizing my calendar for time blocks. I add calendar blocks to schedule social media posts for the week, handle invoicing, prepare for meetings, etc. These blocks allow me to focus on the task at hand and stay on top of the never-ending to-do list.

Use a content calendar to map out posts and campaigns in advance, aligning them with important dates and goals. But don’t forget to leave room for spontaneous opportunities and trending topics. Finding that sweet spot between being prepared and going with the flow helps your content stay fresh and interesting while still getting things done!    

Anybody work 100% in-office? 🙋🏻My company is big on in-office *and* I work in a cube in the middle of a busy office floor. During our standard office hours, everyone is buzzing.Pro: The high-energy vibe is great for keeping my head in the game and my creativity well full.Con: Sometimes, I just can’t focus on deep work.My fix: Come in early. I wake up 45 minutes earlier to get to the office an hour before everyone else and...it’s like a breath of fresh air. It’s quiet and calm, and I find that I get so much more done in that hour than any other time during the day.

Earlier this year, I found myself feeling overwhelmed and easily distracted by an endless list of tasks, especially on social media, where things can seem never-ending. While I’ve always been good at time management, I realized I needed a better way to feel accomplished at the end of the day and set realistic expectations for myself.That’s when I discovered Todoist and Pomofocus—two apps that have been game-changers for organizing tasks and managing time. They pair perfectly with the Pomodoro Technique, a productivity method designed to keep you focused and energized.Here’s how it works:Pick a task and set a timer for 25 minutes. Work solely on that task until the timer goes off. Take a 5-minute break to reset. Repeat the cycle, and after about 2 hours, take a longer break.This technique breaks tasks into manageable chunks, making them feel less daunting. If you're cu

Time blocking is a must, especially where I’m in office and distractions can (and do) happen easily. But the number one thing that helps me is a hand written to-do list (because nothing feels better than physically crossing something off) and I color code it either by priority or batched tasks. 

Complete agree with robbie.schneider. It’s be such a game changer for me putting on my google calendar focus times for reporting periods, video edits etc. If I have a particular heavy meeting day, I always make sure I block 1-2 hours of time to get through my Asana tasks. 

Take about 30 minutes to an hour on Monday morning (before your meetings begin!) to plan out your week. Then throughout the week, I find the pomodoro method to be super helpful in keeping me on track to finish my tasks. By the end of the week, my to-do list is complete! 

Write it down! I saw someone mention this, but since having kids, my brain is a sieve. I have to write it down or I forget it. To-do lists are also key, but that goes for every aspect of life, no? 

To-do lists are hands down my top productivity hack. They keep me focused, help me remember what to circle back to, and make prioritizing a breeze. Honestly, I’m even one of those people who adds something I’ve already done just to check it off—there’s nothing like that little boost of accomplishment! 😁 It’s such a simple habit, but it keeps my day on track and my mind a little less cluttered.

As a fully remote employee, it can be easy to get locked in. But it can also be hard to stay motivated. Something that helps me stay productive is changing up my location! Sitting outside in the nice weather, standing at the kitchen counter, heading to a coffee shop, or bringing out the walking pad all make for great changes of pace.I’ve found that even moving my work location for an hour helps expand my mind and increase motivation. 

My top productivity tip is to block time off in my calendar for tasks that need to be completed!  -Rachel Pittman

My best productivity tip is finding the environment that works best for you. Some people thrive in collaborative spaces, while others are more productive working from home. I find a balance to be the best for my happiness, but can really dig in and get a lot of work done when I’m working from home. 

Hi friends! Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is hiring a social media specialist.At HHMI, we don’t just share stories—we amplify the groundbreaking work of Nobel Prize-winning scientists (over 30 and counting!). From spotlighting discovery science to celebrating the people behind the breakthroughs, our social media channels inspire curiosity and trust in science. Now, we’re looking for a Social Media Specialist to join our team.What you’ll do:Pitch and create engaging content that highlights Nobel-worthy science (literally). Make complex discoveries accessible across Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Explore trends, drive strategy, and help grow our reach to new audiences.Why join us?Play a key role in redefining HHMI’s social media presence. Work alongside a team that values creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. Enjoy benefits like $10K annual education reimbursement and a

Hi everyone,I'm exploring the intersection of social media and education and would love some career advice. What skills or experiences have you found most valuable in this niche? How can one effectively build a career focused on educational content through social media?Any tips or insights from your own journey would be greatly appreciated!

Hi everyone,My name is Anna and I’m a recent college graduate working in my first full-time job as a social media specialist. As I create more social media content, I’m wondering whether I should put together a portfolio of my work to share with future employers or if that’s only helpful for freelancers. If it is beneficial for me, then what should a portfolio look like, and how should I go about sharing one if it’s not specifically requested by the employer?If you have portfolios, I’d love to hear what you include in yours! Thanks!