Drawing on “The Simpsons” writers’ creative process, this column shows how statisticians can use the “Getting Things Done” system to manage small decisions and free up bandwidth for the big ones.
time management
Accountability Hour Offers Section Members Support, Time for Work
Throughout the 2024–2025 academic year, a group of statisticians shared how difficult it was to carve out time to finish tasks.
Pathways to Promotions Webinar Addresses Burnout
In May, the ASA Pathways to Promotions Committee of the Statistical Consulting Section invited Tara Maddala and Sally Morton to speak as part of their webinar series. Maddala and Morton shared their perspectives, experiences, and methods for identifying and addressing burnout.