A Theory on âWork Hard, Play Hardâ. It could be said that Colgate Universityâs unofficial motto has become âwork hard, play hard.â. That is in no small part a reflection of its simultaneous academic rigor and lively social scene. Students put in the work required of them and then earn subsequent leisure time; they spend time in the
Linked to the University cultureâs expectation to âplay hard and work hardâ, there is also a culture of perfectionism within the University. Students who were previously the top achievers in their schools or colleges may find themselves struggling to keep up with the tough Oxford work. No longer able to produce âperfectâ work, theyThe general tactics of playing hard to get were most typically described by the following five behaviors: Having limited availability. Sounding busy. Being hard to get a hold of. Seeking attention 3. When youâre a man. I know, I know, itâs more than a little unfair but, according to Dr. Nicholson, playing hard to get works a lot better for men than it does for women. Since men are often called upon to make the first move, theyâre looking for signals that a woman is interested. If youâre a woman, playing hard to get too soon could