Picture this: The year is 2022. The number of COVID-19 cases is tapering off. Many work-from-home employees are being called back to the office, and intercontinental vacations are on the rise again. It seems like life is finally returning to its pre-pandemic normal. Except, you notice that an alarming number of establishments have one not-so-typical…
When COVID-19 struck in 2020, the world as we knew it was thrown into complete chaos. Suddenly, many of us couldn’t leave our homes to complete simple tasks like grocery shopping or even taking a walk. Countless parents became tutors to their children, who were learning via Zoom calls. And when someone showed symptoms of…
Summer isn’t just about vacations and sunshine (though we appreciate those irreplaceable aspects, too). It’s also when some of the most important historical events and global milestones took place. From the birth of a nation to a cultural revolution and even a journey to the moon, these three historical events happened during the summer months…
Principals, curriculum directors, and other school administrators each have an integral role to play within the school system, overseeing responsibilities essential to the success of their staff and students. From navigating budget constraints to signing off on the approvals of newly hired employees, if you’re a current or aspiring school administrator, your daily to-do lists…
What if your neighborhood stayed powered through the next hurricane? That’s exactly what happened in Babcock Ranch: America’s first solar-powered city. Built with sustainability and storm resilience in mind, this Florida town is changing the future of energy and urban design. Why Was Babcock Ranch Built This Way? If you’ve ever lived in Florida or…
When financial records don’t add up, forensic accountants are often the ones called in to figure out why. Forensic accounting is the practice of reviewing financial records to investigate fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, and other financial crimes. These professionals combine accounting knowledge with investigative skills to uncover what really happened. Fraud examination is closely related to forensic accounting, but it…
Once upon a time, renewing your driver’s license meant sacrificing a precious half-day off work, enduring the chaos of an overcrowded Department of Motor Vehicles, and patiently awaiting your turn as they called out your name. You’d then go through the ritual of proving your identity with a physical ID and completing a cumbersome paper-based…
When you think of adding artwork to your walls of your home, you might envision the iconic graphics of pop art or the nature-inspired strokes of impressionist pieces. No matter the style of art you’re after, you’re sure to find something to express yourself in the deep catalog of works available to the modern masses. …
Have you ever wondered how a particular TikTok trend goes viral so quickly? How about why we never take the blame when something goes wrong, but we’re the first to take credit after a personal victory? Cue the social biases, a subset of cognitive bias that shapes how we view—well, everything. From relationships and workplace…
Every day, your brain processes an enormous amount of information. To keep up, it relies on mental shortcuts called cognitive biases to make decisions more efficiently. While these shortcuts can be helpful, they don’t always lead to the best outcomes. One category, decision-making biases, affects how we choose between options, especially in uncertain or high-pressure situations. Here’s a closer look at what…