The best teachers are those who inspire us to be the people we were created to be. Bill Medigovich taught me to believe in myself. He taught me to find joy in learning and in math. He made more difference in my life than dozens of other teachers combined. I have modeled my teaching after the best teacher I know.
Organization takes time but pays off.
I plan out the entire semester. The syllabus tells what material I will cover each day. I know when the exams will be and so do the students. Each lecture is organized and easy to follow. I arrive 10 minutes before class is due to begin.