I’m Mary Conzemius and This is How I Work

Mary Conzemius
Sep 3, 2018 · 2 min read
Courtesy of UMD

What apps/software/tools can’t you live without? Why?

Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Apps

Podcasts and Spotify are what I listen to while I work and Google Apps such as Google Calendar help keep me organized.

What’s your best time-saving shortcut/life hack?

At a coffee shop I will order my drink, then find a place to sit, and take out my laptop. By the time I’m settled at a table my drink is ready so I avoid having “dead” time waiting in line.

What everyday thing are you better at than everyone else? What’s your secret?

I’m pretty good at dealing with quickly approaching deadlines. My secret is to not give the stressful things to much space in my head. Once I get the assignment/task I make note of it and don’t think about it again until I can give it appropriate attention.

What do you listen to while you work?

Stand-up comedians

What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?

“If you wanted to be father you should’ve started earlier”

Clinton Conzemius, my father, regarding driving long distances

Where do you find inspiration and new ideas?

I find inspiration in seeing my friends going for their dreams with all they have; really makes me want to be the best I can be.

What’s your favorite quote?

“Happiness is when reality exceeds expectations”

— unknown

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