I have a new post up at Ideas on Fire on my take on academic New Year’s resolutions: how to conduct a yearly review to see what worked, what didn’t, and what you want to change.
As the year winds down and you start wrapping up your projects (that is, if you can peek out from under the grading deluge), December brings a wonderful opportunity to assess the progress you’ve made on your goals this year and start thinking about how to rock next year.
Although many people set New Year’s resolutions, spending some time reviewing this year ensures you can set smart ones that reflect your real-life needs and situation.