Course Description: Brain-Based Planning

Are you overwhelmed by your To Do list? This class will help you get a handle on how to manage an overflowing list of tasks. Many people think they should just remember everything that needs to get done - but the brain doesn't work that way. It isn't wired to categorize task lists and remind us of what we need to do and at just the correct time. (Think of all the really important things you remember in the middle of the night.) In this hands-on class, you will begin to create your own Master List of tasks, learn how to break a project into steps (and understand why your brain needs this), get strategies to deal with interruptions/distractions, and leave with an easy-to-follow weekly plan.

Course Details: (seats remaining)

Schedule:

Every day, starting on 07/22/26 and ending on 07/22/26

Times:

09:00am-12:00pm PDT

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Price:

Class Price : $159.00

Additional Course Information

Register two weeks before class date to have workbooks mailed to you. Later registrations will receive a PDF file of workbook.

NOTE: All class times are Pacific Time (PT).

Online Course Information/Requirements:

- Course fee covers registration for one person unless otherwise noted.
- Must have access to a computer or laptop with current updated operating system. Mobile devices can be used to access some parts of classes but you may not be able to fully participate or complete your course on a phone or tablet.
- A high-speed internet connection.
- An up-to-date internet browser. We recommend Firefox or Chrome. Internet Explorer or Safari may have trouble and are not supported.
- Integrated or USB-connected webcam, speakers and microphone.
- You will need a Zoom login. Please do not share the Meeting ID information, nor invite others to participate with you.

More information will be sent prior to class.

Instructors

Name

Additional Resources

Mary Ellen Baker

Biography:

Mary Ellen Baker is a speaker, educator, and founder of both The Time Professionals and Go Brain, Go! Drawing from proven brain-based strategies, she developed comprehensive courses around time management, project planning and mindfulness.

Mary Ellen has worked with busy professionals in nonprofit, government and corporate settings, and entrepreneurs of all ages. The focus of her classes and online offerings is training the brain around the pitfalls of modern-day productivity. When you turn your attention to working with your brain instead of against it, you will be floored by what you can do!

When Mary Ellen is not helping others master time management skills, you will find her backpacking, fly fishing, or drawing more brain skills cartoons.

Facility Detail

ONLINE

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Online, OR 97703

Cancellation Policy

Students must cancel by contacting our office via phone: (541) 383-7270 or email: ceinfo@cocc.edu. Cancellations received 5 days prior to the start of the class will receive a full refund. Full refunds are also issued for classes cancelled by COCC. Refunds will be issued back to your card or in the form of a check and mailed within two weeks of the cancellation date if paid by check or cash. Failure to participate in a course or program does not result in a refund. Exceptions to the general refund policy are noted in the course descriptions on our website and in the printed schedule. If you have any questions, please call us at (541) 383-7270.