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Which seasons of the year are toughest at your job
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Rana’s Answer
Hi Cass,
As per my previous experience, the most difficult phase that I faced was in the month of October to December, since I was working for a Technical Support firm where the calls inflow will go high enough during that time.
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Rebecca P.’s Answer
I work in public sector proposals - responding to government requests to purchase services and equipment. I have found there is definitely seasonality to government-related work, but it is mostly related to when elected officials are running for office, or have just gotten elected - that influences, sometimes, what governments seek to purchase, and when. It's pretty fascinating. I highly recommend a new generation consider working in the public sector, for a local, county, state or even federal government agency.
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Shelby’s Answer
For me, the toughest times of the year are any days leading up to a break. Even a three-day weekend gets kids excited and wanting to get done with class fast. Since I teach math, this makes it super difficult to keep their attention, as they usually want nothing to do with the content. I try to find more engaging activities for them to do during these days, but they write those off as non-important activities, so they end up not trying and goofing off.
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Teri’s Answer
Think about your own experience as a student and how you feel at various points of the year. In my experience working in elementary school, the month before Spring Break! The weather starts getting nicer and it's the 2/3 point in the school year when everyone gets antsy. The last month can also be challenging because it is incredibly busy for everyone as you prepare for the end of year activities and trying to fit it all in. Many teachers also starting thinking about how to make changes and prepare for the next school year already.