Visualization, memory, reading and research skills
This sounds strange. Emojies are usually just the opposite of productive. They are cute and funny and childish. Yet I will claim that in their own very strange way, emojis can be very productive. A short history of emojis Originally meaning pictograph, the word emoji comes from Japanese e (絵, ‘picture’) + moji (文字, ‘character’); the resemblance to the English words emotion and emoticon is purely coincidental. In …
Not all workplaces are the same. Some places are exciting, motivating and supporting – a home and a family with an exit potential. Other places are tedious and stressful with deranged and backstabbing employees. The difference can be as subtle as one toxic manager in a central position in a small startup. There are stories …
We are the best guides and mentors for our kids. At least this is how we see the situation. Our kids get unconditional support, friendly advice, love, and tenderness. Our own parents are either far away or old and need our support. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could simply parent ourselves? This can actually …
We live in a world where the workplace is no longer measured solely by performance metrics. Companies are now increasingly focusing on their work culture in order to foster a more positive work environment and create an engaged and productive workforce. This shift towards a more people-centric approach to the workplace is being driven by …
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Quite often we push ourselves too hard. This increases the risks and reduces the joy. Possibly we can achieve better by showing ourselves more kindness. The self-compassionate approach is correlated with emotional stability and professional success. It enables us to deal with obsessions and cravings and focus on what really matters. More reading here, here, here, …
What happens in minds of other people is a mystery for us. Strong subjective experiences might be disbelieved or go unnoticed. One may easily be overwhelmed by something trivial to everybody else. “How can it be?” we might ask. The answer is not very comfortable. For more information read here and here. My kid and corona …
What is our unique offering? How can we be both ourselves and competitive in the modern environment? The key is authenticity, but a well-orchestrated one. Basically we develop a winning skillset and then own it. That’s a very human quality. More reading here, here, here, and here. Why should we be authentic? Anna often tells …
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Parents of children with learning disabilities will often worry about how they can better help their child navigate their academic life. Thankfully, over the years, several excellent studies have been published to help both parents and educators understand the most effective reading interventions to aid students with learning disabilities. Find out some of the most …
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“We’re sorry but you weren’t selected” These words can bring down anyone’s confidence. After a job interview, your resume was not impressive and you did all the research. The question that lingers in your mind for hours after is “What could have gone wrong?” Rejection can also be caused by inexperience or low qualifications. It’s …
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