One of the most common buzzwords you will hear at university is “productivity”. In recent years, being productive has become a major goal for many students. Want good grades? You need to be productive, right?

For many, productivity is associated with endless study sessions, little to no free time, and overwhelming pressure to perform. But what if there’s another way? Productivity does not have to be stressful, and this workshop is here to show you how. Together, we will explore the link between stress and productivity, debunk common productivity myths, and dive into practical strategies for better time management, study habits, mindset, motivation, and burnout prevention.

Note: This workshop does not aim to provide a one-size-fits-all solution to every productivity challenge. Instead, it is about equipping you with effective tools and techniques – helping you find what works best for you so you can stay on top of your studies without sacrificing your well-being.

Aims:

After successful attendance, the participants will be able to...

• reflect on their productivity habits,
• improve their productivity in a more enjoyable way.

Note for participants:

This workshop will take place over Zoom. The access link will be sent to you one day before the workshop, to the student email address you registered with. Sending to another email address is not possible. Please allow enough time before the workshop begins to dial into the meeting so that we can start on time.

Participants are also required to turn on their webcams, as it encourages the collaborative exchange between students.

Trainer:

Ilislav Georgiev is a student himself and recently completed his bachelor's degree in English and German Studies at Goethe University Frankfurt. He is currently writing his master's thesis in American and British Studies. Always on the lookout for new and helpful methods and tools, he strives to make everyday academic life easier for himself and other students. 

Requirements and Accreditation:

English-Level: B1/B2 or upper intermediate

The workshops of the 'Schlüsselkompetenzen' can be accredited for the optional module of some majors. The participants get a certificate of participation that can be presented to the person responsible for accreditation in their major.