Office-Hour Habits of the North American Professor

“Fugitives can best be recognized by their relaxed attitude during office hours. However much work they have to do at the office, it can’t be any more stressful than what they have to deal with at home. Fugitives usually have at least one extremely comfortable chair in their office, and can occasionally be spotted sitting in that chair and staring off into space, just enjoying the peace and quiet.” James M. LangOffice-Hour Habits of the North American Professor (Chronicle)

I would have to say that, according to the taxonomy presented by this amusing article, I am definitely a fugitive. But instead of spending my lonely office hours reading, I blog.

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  • What really is a bad working habbits

    chating around and doing nothing
    killing time ( more like 2 always have a break)
    missing deadlines

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