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One Word: Digital
Ah, sometimes the future can be captured in one word. Much like in the famous scene from the 1967 classic The Graduate when Dustin Hoffman's character, Ben Braddock, is famously given one word as mysterious advice for success in his career: "Plastics."
By David Wyld7 years ago in Journal
How to Teach Writing: 4 Methods for Generating Writing Ideas
4 Methods for Generating Writing Ideas 1. Brainstorming Brainstorming is a method which most writers are very familiar with. Whenever they receive a topic for their next piece of content, brainstorming helps them generate a list of examples related to the respective topic. What is more, brainstorming is an activity which can be also exercised in the group. There are many writers who prefer to meet other writers and create a list of topics during a brainstorming session. During a brainstorming activity, no idea is wrong. Especially when it is practiced in a group, even though some ideas are not very related to the topic in scope, they can be a good starting point for future ones. Furthermore, brainstorming challenges a writer’s brain to come with the best examples and ideas to create a unique article. However, is possible that this method won’t generate ideas from the first attempt. This is why the writer shouldn’t give up and keep exercising until he finds his inspiration.
By Lisa Smith7 years ago in Journal
What Shows Up on a Background Check?
Background checks are a common practice when you are applying for a job or housing, but have you wondered what it actually looks like and what information may affect you? Legally, every time your background is checked you have the option of asking for a copy and you can do this for free. However, if you feel like you want to check what your life summary may look like, this is what you can expect to show up.
By Stephanie Murguia7 years ago in Journal
Why Team Building Is So Important (and Best Outdoor Team Building Ideas)
Where there is a team, there is a need for team building. Turning a group of coworkers into allies who communicate openly, cooperate well and support each other is the main goal of every team building event. Although plenty of group activities can take place in the office, the most effective and memorable team building is the one that will draw your team out in nature. Long office hours, especially in the era of a sedentary lifestyle, can really suck out life, energy, and creativity out of workers. Change of scenery and exposure to fresh air can only do good for your employees and your company. Outdoor activities can improve health as well as they can restore mental energy. To reap all the benefits, here are a few great outdoor team building ideas that will revitalize your team and get it back on track.
By Nina Simons7 years ago in Journal
10 Tried-And-True Ways to Make Money at Home
At one point or another, everyone has thought about trying to make money at home. The perks are plentiful, after all. When you work from home, you don’t have to wear office attire, you can watch your kids, and you maintain an overall better work-life balance in many situations.
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Journal
So You Want to Be a Writer
I will admit right now that I am not the world’s leading expert on writing, far from it, however, there are some things I have come to learn. The following are three things I have picked up along the way, shared views with authors, and remind myself of daily.
By Acasia Tucker7 years ago in Journal
Finding More Storage Space
If you’re feeling a little cramped, you’re not alone. We have less space than ever to work with at both home and work. In the United States, the average size of a single-family home peaked in 2015. It’s been on the decline ever since. There’s less land and higher expenses associated with building. Canada is dealing with a similar problem, as the homes there are shrinking even as the population continues to grow.
By Carlos Fox7 years ago in Journal
The Benefits of Having Others Edit Your Work
When you’ve just completed a written work, you feel like a grand load comes off your shoulders. This is only natural since, in order to write well, you need to invest yourself in your work. However, as with any other task out there, we tend to make many unintentional mistakes along the way. That also happens with writing, even to the best of us.
By Tiffany Harper7 years ago in Journal
