I have a 45-minute window between students today, but I thought that it wouldn’t be enough time to write and post my Monday blog post.
Then I thought of students I’ve had in the past. I’ve had students who have been working on their GEDs for years–sometimes decades. When we dig into what’s holding them back, many of them are afraid of failing the test.
“I won’t take the test until I know I can get 100% of the questions right.”
Oh, boy. I have heard this from multiple people. First, who can predict the future? Second, how could anyone guarantee a perfect score? What about margin of error? What about miss clicks? (This is what my son tells me every time he misses a question on a test these days.) What if you run out of time?
Want my opinion? Take the test for feedback. It may not be perfect. No, I’m going to guarantee that it won’t be perfect. How did this idea of “perfect” even come into existence? I blame Martha Stewart.
DONE IS BETTER THAN PERFECT.
This picture is a work-in-progress of one of the many DIY house projects my husband and I do together. Is it perfect? Of course not! Please don’t hire us. However, it’s done, it’s lovely, and we’re quite proud of our handiwork. I’ll put an after picture because I know I would be curious about the after picture if I put in the time to read all my nonsense.
Back to the good stuff:
What’s the best thing that could happen if you go take one real section of the test? You may just pass it straight away. What’s the next best thing that could happen? You’ll get excellent feedback and a plan.
The GED Testing Service (No, I’m not sponsored; believe me, I’ve tried to get on the payroll.) does an amazing job of telling you exactly what you need to study. You get the feedback, and then I’ll teach you those exact skills!
I’ve helped many students finally earn their GEDs. If you’d like someone to get it done once and for all, I just may be your gal.
Call, text, email, or hit me up on any of my social media accounts. @drandieb; drandieb@gmail.com; 508.768.5808
Here’s the after. I never thought I’d post a picture of my pantry on here, but here we are at the end of an imperfect, unedited blog post. Whew. I even have time to go heat up my coffee. Happy studying! xo
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