Biggest Challenges for an Associate Professor at Mt. San Jacinto College
David, an Associate Professor of Communication Studies, finds interpersonal conflicts and managing a heavy workload to be his biggest challenges, leading to frustration and the need to proactively "say no on certain things" to avoid being overburdened. A key part of managing the challenges is "making sure that I...don't take on too much and I manage myself wisely," prioritizing organization and health to effectively handle the demands of the role.
Interpersonal Conflict, Time Management, Workload Management, Self-Care, Organization
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David Moss
Associate Professor of Communication Studies
Mt. San Jacinto College
Utah Technical College, BYU, Cal, State, Long Beach
Speech Communication, Cal. State., Long Beach, M.A., Education, Capella University, Ph.D.
Communications
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Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans
Video Highlights
1. Interpersonal conflicts can be a challenge.
2. Managing workload and avoiding overcommitment is crucial.
3. Maintaining personal well-being and health is important alongside professional responsibilities.
Transcript
What is your biggest challenge in your role?
The biggest challenge in my role, I would say, is probably the interpersonal conflicts that I sometimes get into. These disagreements can be difficult at times.
Sometimes I get very busy, and that can be challenging with having too much to do in a little time. Oftentimes, I get frustrated.
I've learned over the years to say no to certain things because I don't want to be overburdened or do a bad job. I don't want to spread myself too thin.
I enjoy getting involved in many different things. My wife and some colleagues remind me, "Dave, do you really have time for that?" So my challenge is making sure I don't take on too much and that I manage myself wisely.
I also need to take care of myself health-wise, which can be an issue. It's important to stay organized and be able to foresee upcoming tasks.
Advizer Personal Links
linkedin.com/in/david-moss-ph-d-39171419, www1.msjc.edu/instructor/emoss/