“Culture is simply a shared way of doing something with a passion.” —Brian Chesky, co-founder and CEO of Airbnb Psychologist Ed Schein first coined the phrase “company culture,” defining the concept as a set of common beliefs and habits developed by a group to solve problems and fit in. So how can we build such a…
If you think of a school as a well-manned ship, who is at the helm steering it towards success? While many educational leaders contribute to a school’s progress, the principal serves as the critical role of captain, guiding students and educators toward excellence. How? By creating a supportive environment that fosters high-quality teaching and engaged…
You know summer is over when “autumn is coming” and “it’s brass monkey weather.” Or at least, you know this if you’re British. An American may say “fall’s on its way” or “I’m freezing my tail off.” Both speakers may scratch their heads over the other’s way of speaking. The divergence between British English and…
The headlines are alarming: “America’s power grid at risk of buckling this winter” “The U.S. power grid isn’t ready for climate change” “Nation at risk of winter blackouts as power grid remains under strain” While there is legitimate reason for concern about the viability of our national power grid, there are some glimmers of hope…
Teaching English to non-native speakers can be both challenging and incredibly rewarding. If you’re passionate about becoming an ESL (English as a second language) educator, it’s imperative to know how to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment. According to the Forum on Child and Family Statistics, 21% of school-age children speak a language other…
Why pursue an education in humanities? Contrary to common perceptions that a humanities degree is less practical than a STEM degree, the skills you’ll develop through a humanities education are crucial for navigating the complexities of today’s world. According to the US. Department of Labor, the most desired soft skills include oral and written communication,…
Federal government shutdowns. The words are meant to stoke fear in the average American. They represent a concerning but largely avoidable annual tradition of political brinksmanship between the two major U.S. political parties. Threatening a government shutdown is often used as a negotiation tactic to push the political priorities of a single party, who are…
A political party is a group of people who share a common viewpoint on major issues and endeavor to implement laws advancing this viewpoint at the national or local level. It’s made up of people who act as representatives and advocates for the interests of voters who share their views. The United States has two…
Imagine walking into a factory where robots handle materials and assembly lines, sensors monitor equipment, and artificial intelligence optimizes production while human workers oversee operations. As the industrial sector transitions into Industry 4.0, this scene has rapidly become a reality. Manufacturing robots now offer greater capabilities with reduced downtime, and they’re making workspaces safer and…
As we gear up for summer, we eagerly anticipate each public holiday our employers provide. Memorial Day? Check. Fourth of July? You betcha. Then we endure a wait that feels like an eternity until that first glorious Monday in September. Ahh, Labor Day: a prime opportunity to extend our weekend, plan holiday getaways, host family…