Episode #14: Nickelback

The obvious reality is that teachers are overworked.  Also, there is no such thing as "giving 110%."  Why do we take on more classes, more clubs, and more duties just to get a nickel back?  Effective teachers know that we have to make hard choices.  We have to learn to say "no" when it doesn't also benefit us and our own personal and professional growth.  Sometimes the extra income isn't worth the lost time.  Advocating for yourself will also increase your longevity in the field - and help maintain your sanity.