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cottoncandy-sky OP t1_j22a1sc wrote

Reply to comment by ZackDimma in LPT Request: how do you learn to manage multiple, overlapping projects? by cottoncandy-sky

Well you just nailed all my bad traits in one paragraph so thanks for that ;) just kidding but I DO struggle with taking on too much, never asking for help, letting the stress/workload affect my sleep, and overthinking. So I totally recognize that I'm a big part of my own problem when it comes to managing my workload. It's just harder to not default to those things than it seems. But thanks for the encouragement/reminder. Best of luck with your exams.

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pushjustalittle t1_j229jbt wrote

Reply to LPT Request: how do you learn to manage multiple, overlapping projects? by cottoncandy-sky

I think it depends on what you mean by “managing”. I’ve worked for a long time in a space that requires management of multiple projects simultaneously, as many as 25-30. The most important thing is to keep a constantly updated status report and have full timelines through completion for each project, and calanderize everything. Ideally have all of these things in 1 document for all projects.

Start every day with a “hot sheet” either for yourself or with your team to quickly align on what needs to happen today and the next couple of days, make sure you’ve got resources aligned appropriately, and then execute. Planning your time carefully is going to be key - so work on A from 9-10, B from 10-11, 15 min break, then incorporate boss’s comments to A from 11:15-11:30. PM tools are very helpful but you can do this with simple tools you already have - your Outlook/Google calendar, old-school to-do lists, and a timer. All of this planning takes time, but is well worth it.

Couple of key tips: if you are doing this as part of a team, or are relying on others to do pieces (eg, for Art to layout a piece), let them know well in advance what is needed and when they can expect to receive it, and when you’ll need it back. Be honest with yourself about how long things will take - don’t plan a 1h task to get done in 15 min. And DO block your calendar to avoid meetings, calls, and other disruptions. If there are meetings you can’t miss, factor that in. Lastly…you can usually change timelines if you do so far enough in advance. Don’t plan to have a major milestone on multiple projects on the same day unless you are very confident it can actually happen.

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Dakota_R2014 t1_j2293bz wrote

Reply to LPT Request: Cat Dementia and Yowling (Serious) by MarkusKruber

What’s the point in keeping him alive if his quality of life is poor? My cat, Wayne, was propping himself up against the wall, just to keep upright. I felt absolutely guilty when I saw him do that one day. It was not fair to him. I had him laid to rest, in a humane way; he was so ready to go. We have to think about the pet, not about ourselves. Anyone who insist on drawing blood on a 17 year old cat is doing it just for money. Keep in mind, that a 17 year old cat is not the same as a 17-year-old person. You have to times the 17 x 5 or seven, (I forget which one) Let’s think about the cat, first and foremost. It is a tough decision to make, but you’re doing it for him.

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remclave t1_j22908z wrote

Reply to LPT Request: Cat Dementia and Yowling (Serious) by MarkusKruber

My old boy is screaming the blues as well. Lately, the howling is beginning to sound like a child suffering from night terrors. Like your sweet one, he goes to the same spot and starts howling. We say his name and he settles right away. Makes me think he's forgetting we're here.

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ZackDimma t1_j229076 wrote

Reply to LPT Request: how do you learn to manage multiple, overlapping projects? by cottoncandy-sky

I don’t know if it helps, I’m young and going through exams, get the easy stuff out of the way. Reduce the amount you have and stick to a schedule. Never stress over it either that makes worse and harder to manage. Ask for help, even if you aren’t comfortable with it, just do it, you’d be surprised by how many people care for you. Never let it affect your sleep, if you desperately need to finish something and it’ll take an hour or so, make sure to make it an hours long. Don’t overthink, overthinking complicated things, stick to the path that is simple, especially when it comes to small projects. I hope this helps and I hope you do well

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Sneezarrhea t1_j227nld wrote

Reply to comment by natnatnat1995 in LPT request: tips on clearing mucus from throat. by natnatnat1995

Id never heard that and use that stuff all the time. I’m still here lol

But seriously, get a sinus rinse with the salt. It feels a little alien at first, and it’s definitely productive and therefore gross, but totally works. Just make sure to use purified water when you do it. Its ok to have water up in your sinuses but your body isn’t necessarily designed for it and therefore a great way for bacteria, viruses, fungus, and brain eating amoebas to get in and set up shop with various degrees of lethality.

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SpiritualGap3255 t1_j227lo5 wrote

Reply to comment by lurking_physicist in LPT request: How do I get a cat to dislike me without being an asshole. by lurking_physicist

Because.. Why would you want it to dislike you, a cat won't go near you unless you feed it. So I can only assume the reason it goes near you is that it's been prior associated with you as a pet or partners pet. With that in mind a cat isn't going to give a shit about you so for a cat to dislike you it has to be uncomfortable / fearful in your presence right? So you're asking for people's advice on how to make a cat that's either a family pet or a partners pet to fear you so you don't have an allergic reaction.

So your question phrased correctly is, "How can I get to a cat that someone around me loves to fear me when I come into its home enough that it fucks off away from me, but do it in a subtle way so that the other person doesn't notice? "

Finally Allergies aren't caused by the hair, it's the saliva. So no one is allergic to the hair but the saliva on the hair after a cat cleans itself so in which case if the cat comes close to you, don't rub it and you'll be fine. Oh and airborne hairs you're likely about to add, carry tiny insignificant quanties of a saliva which antagonistic effects dissipate quickly also.

Also antihistamines.

But wait sorry no, I'm Illiterate and you're not an asshole. 😂😂

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cottoncandy-sky OP t1_j226u8p wrote

Reply to comment by danja in LPT Request: how do you learn to manage multiple, overlapping projects? by cottoncandy-sky

Is there like a questionnaire online or something or are you thinking I should go see a specialist? Does struggling to manage multiple tasks mean ADHD? I thought it was more about not being able to focus on any individuals tasks not necessarily getting overwhelmed by too many of them. But I'm pretty ignorant on the subject.

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lilbitdead t1_j226q8q wrote

Reply to LPT: At 18 your earning ability is the lowest it will ever be, and your earning potential is the greatest it well ever be. This has important implications for young people and parents. by akkarino_beano

My brothers friend just went to California. I told him something similar about money and encouraged him not to worry to much about saving it when he got there. He had like 3500. I worked my ass off for a couple years to save 7k now I save like 4500 a month without effecting my day to day spending at all. I’m telling my brother to focus on school right now and not to worry to much about making money. When you get educated/skilled the money will flow and you’ll be annoyed that you wasted so much time focused on saving. Though I will say this, if you have the mentality to spend everything you have you will continue to do that even when you make more money. Save your money and spend it on experiences and training when you’re young. Don’t waste it on dumb shit like $100 jeans or $60 hoodies. Spend it on things that are important to you like traveling, paying down debt and investing.

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its_justme t1_j226k44 wrote

Reply to LPT Request: how do you learn to manage multiple, overlapping projects? by cottoncandy-sky

Usually leadership sets priorities on project work. But if that is not an option, see below:

So you're missing the fundamentals of PM here: WBS. Take something ground up like PMBOK to understand what needs to be done. There are multiple pathways here but a WBS would be the first thing to do. Then understand and create your critical path for one project. Repeat for each project involved.

THEN extrapolate that into a project of managing projects.

THEN superimpose your schedule on top of that. Et voila, you are now a PM. It's really not that bad but I think you're missing some basic stuff that a good PM course would teach you.

Glad to discuss further but my rate is $170 an hour :) just kidding

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