Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators)

96. "Eat That Frog"


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Do you ever feel like your to-do list as a teacher is never-ending—and the hardest tasks keep hanging over your head?

In this episode of Teach, Task Box, Inspire, Lisa Hollady shares how the productivity concept “Eat the Frog” can completely transform your teaching day. By tackling your most dreaded, time-consuming, or energy-draining task first, you free yourself from stress and set the tone for a more productive, peaceful school day.

You’ll discover:

  • What “Eat the Frog” really means for special education teachers
  • How to identify your frogs—the tasks that steal your energy and focus
  • Practical ways to tackle hard tasks first during your school day
  • How this mindset can reduce burnout and improve work-life balance

Plus, Lisa shares a personal story about how eating the frog helped her get through a week with seven IEPs due—without losing her mind!

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by endless lesson planning, data collection, and behavior tracking, this episode will show you how to reclaim your time and energy.

Resources Mentioned: Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom

Show Notes: https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/episode96

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