humanity
The real lives of businessmen, professionals, the everyday man, stay at home parent, healthy lifestyle influencers, and general feel good human stories.
Zhang Wenxue, China's 'Shanzhai king', hits India
More than half of the domestic mobile phone market has been carved up by foreign brands such as Apple and LG. But in India, a country of 1.2 billion people, a Chinese phone called the Kivu is a big deal. Not only is it selling a lot of Bollywood celebrities, but two years ago it beat giants like Samsung and MOTOROLA to dominate the country with sales of more than 20 million units a year. Today, the mobile phone brand, almost unknown in the domestic market, has become a dark horse to break into the global top 10. No one would have guessed that its boss was a post-80s. How did this former die maker make billions in a foreign country?
By Caz Hensley3 years ago in Journal
The Most Dangerous Animals in the World
15. The hippopotamus Although they appear to be enormous, foolish creatures, hippos are frequently regarded as Africa's most hazardous mammal. They have a mouthful of teeth that are sharp and powerful enough to cause fatal damage, and they are territorial and unpredictable. They will violently defend their territory if it is invaded, whether it is by a crocodile, another hippo, or a boat full of tourists. Hippos attack with approximately 2-foot-long canine teeth that produce pressure of 2000 pounds per square inch (a lion exerts half this much pressure when biting its hardest). Hippos hold the distinction of being the most metal animal on the earth, which should be enough of a warning to avoid them.
By indika sampath3 years ago in Journal
What should children learn about money?
Why should kids learn about money in kindergarten? The particular conversation should be age-appropriate, naturally, plus shouldn’t dwell on complicated theories or even lessons, however, this will keep anything fun, understanding, plus most importantly, useful.
By Cosmin Child3 years ago in Journal
Procrastination as a catalyst for creative output
We’ll start with anyone who hasn’t been distracted by Facebook or Instagram while trying to get work done. The art of procrastination — the practice of putting off important tasks in favor of more pleasurable pursuits — has come up in several conversations.
By Cosmin Child3 years ago in Journal
Is there a way to handle mistakes at work?
It is possible to be emotionally affected by mistakes made at work. Humans are naturally susceptible to this, and it can happen for a variety of reasons, as well. Workplace competition for space, recognition for accomplishments, and advancement are fierce in today’s business world. Having so much competition can lead to problems and mistakes.
By Cosmin Child3 years ago in Journal
Some have a dream and complain that they can’t fulfill it, others follow it until it happens
What I will write in this article is a projection of my inner world, my mental patterns, and my life experience so far. Please do not take what I will write as an absolute truth but only as a personal opinion, a part of what I think and what I am, a part that I share with you.
By Cosmin Child3 years ago in Journal
Daily Reflections
09/12-11/2022 Leading Better by L istening Better I believe I’ve written about this story before. But we revisit all the stories that we find compelling. Especially the small ones. The brief bits of words that seem to swell with meaning. These stories endure many changes and cherrypicks over the generations, but they do endure.
By Andrew Rockman3 years ago in Journal
Dependent Dumbing Down
Smart devices reconfigure the way of thinking Recently, many people using Apple's latest phones will shake their heads and show their teeth at the phone screen to challenge the latest facial recognition unlocking feature. If they find that a certain angle can fool the phone, they will be as happy as if they have found a treasure.
By Barbara M Quinn3 years ago in Journal
Is Anyone on Vocal anymore?
Hello Vocal? Is there anybody there? Hello? There seems to be a big emptiness in the world lately, and not just Vocal. On social media, it seems that a lot of people are leaving Vocal and posting their stories on other websites. The vocal groups on social media don’t seem as active anymore and even with the changes and features we’ve asked for, we are still losing engagement.
By Chloe Gilholy3 years ago in Journal
