All posts by Matt Beck
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Be Like Water
I have been involved with various martial arts for nearly 20 years beginning with a campus rec entry-level Judo class at the University of...
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What’s Up Doc? Considerations Before Pursuing a Doctorate
I knew as soon as I decided to enter campus recreation as my profession that I wanted to be a director. As any goal-oriented person...
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Where Will You be After COVID-19?
It’s OK to be Scared, but Don’t be Afraid COVID-19 has put the world as we know it in flux. Campuses are closed. Many of...
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The Expectation Trap
Shakespeare once said, “Expectation is the root of all heartache.” Meeting expectations can be hard. Whether they come from bosses, spouses, parents, relationship partners, colleagues,...
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Calling All Mentors
It may surprise you to learn that January is national mentor’s month. The word “mentor,” defined by Merriam-Webster as a wise and trusted counselor or...
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5 Steps to Avoid a Death by Meetings
How often you have stated to yourself or publicly after a meeting, “Wow! That was an awesome meeting!“ For many of you the answer is...
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How You Might be Failing in Training Employees
My oldest son recently transferred to Oklahoma State University, where I currently work as an associate director for the department of wellness. He was having...
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We Choose to Go to the Moon
July 20, 2019 marked the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. The event is engraved in the public imagination as one of the most important...
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The Right Way to Give Feedback
“I can’t wait for the next annual review,” said no one ever. While reviews are supposed to reflect the full body of work over the...
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Finding Balance: How Full is Your Cup?
John Wooden once said, “Next to love, balance is the most important thing.” I am finding myself in a season of life where I am...
