Career - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Stop Struggling to Explain Your Job/Career - Introvert Whisperer Stop Struggling to Explain Your Job/Career Stop Struggling As a job seeker and also when you are in your career, there are some times with some people where explaining what you do can be a frustrating activity. We are all a bit too “trained” to hear job titles like- kindergarten teaching, physical therapist or dentist. We know what those things are very easily and have had contact with many of those professions. It’s very tidy. We like things that are tidy because it allows the listening brain to quickly categorize what we hear and move on. How To Get Connected For those people who have jobs like â€" service coordinator, principal consultant or marketing product administrator the mention of those job titles creates confusion when communicated to others. As the owner of that job, you’re left with the task of trying to explain it without putting anyone to sleep. If you can’t explain your work to others, it will be hard to get connected for job opportunities. Use an Elevator Speech The best way to approach this issue is by doing the same thing as constructing an elevator speech. You need to consider two things when constructing an elevator speech to explain your work: VERBS â€" Action words. What verbs or action explain what you do? Taking our examples from above a principal consultant will do many of the following things: 1- analyzes the client’s needs 2- proposes corrective actions 3 â€" execute and monitor the actions 4- provides guidance and advice. While you may not want to string all of those actions together, putting a couple of them together would be very helpful. What is the goal of these actions? In this example it can certain vary based on the client but some general goals might be: 1- to improve employee satisfaction with the business 2- to improve management results while increasing output 3- to inspire managers and employees in order to increase output, profitability and make this a great place to work. Let’s see what this might look like for a Principal Consultant: “I analyze client needs and put actions into place that will improve management result while increasing output of the organization. In one well thought-out sentence you have explained what you do without the benefit of giving a confusing or hard to understand job title. The great thing about this approach is that you are providing far more insight into your work than a typical job title. It’s also more interesting and apt to spark a conversation, which means you will be more memorable. That may not have been your goal. Yet, when the people you tell this to speak to others about you, they will provide far more information to their network than they might have otherwise. And that is never a bad thing. You want others to be able to talk to others about the great work you do. That’s how you get connected to new jobs and new opportunities. Go to top Do you know what your next career step is?   Many people don’t. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook on how to construct your Career SMART Goals â€" that will help you put together your actions and keep you accountable.   Get your copy now and start your action plan today: CLICK HERE Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleash your professional potential.

Geometry Tutor - Basic Geometry

Geometry Tutor - Basic Geometry Square: Perimeter = 4s Area = s2 Rectangle: Perimeter = 2 (l + w) Area = l (x) w Triangle: Perimeter = a + b + c Area = 1/2 x b x h Sum of all the angles in a triangle = 180 Types of triangles: Right angled triangle Right angle Hypotenuse theorem a + b = c Area = 12 ab Here a is the base and b is the height Isosceles triangle Two sides of a triangle are equal. Two angles of a triangle are equal. Equilateral triangle All sides of the triangle are equal Each angle of the triangle are 60. Scalene triangle (No sides are equal) No two sides are equal in scalene triangle. Rectangular solid: Volume = l x w x h Surface Area = 2 ( lw + wh + lh) Cone: Volume = 3 r h Surface Area = r Sphere: Volume = 4/3 r Surface Area = 4r Example: If a square has an Area of 81 m. Find the perimeter of the square. Answer: Area = s = 81 s = 81 s = 9 m Perimeter of square = 4s = 4 x 9 = 36 m

How to use Phrasal Verbs with COME - English Lesson via Skype

How to use Phrasal Verbs with COME - English Lesson via Skype There are many prepositions that are used with the verb COME  to create everyday phrasal verbs  in English.  Here are some English language phrases and expressions which hopefully will help you understand how to use phrasal verbs with COME.   How to use Phrasal Verbs with COME Here are a selection of some of the more common choices with examples.COME UPThere is an obvious use of this phrasal verb when we ask somebody to perhaps climb the stairs or  steps to talk to you.  For example, a  parent may request a child to come up the stairs and go to bed.Please come  up now! a stern warning from a mother.Come up to my office I am on the fourth floor. an office  worker inviting a guest to his office.However, there are other uses  of COME UP.1. to be mentionedDiversity is often not a topic that  comes up in the conversation.2. to arise, to occurA few issues cam up during the course of the project.Can you come up with a  suggestion  please ? I need to find a solution by tomorrow. Can you think of a suggestion? Can you suggest something?Or when we have to cancel a meeting at  the last minute we may advise:Something came up unexpectedly  and I had no choice but to  cancel.   Something has just happened unexpectedlyCOME INThe literal meaning is I hope obvious. We a sk or welcome some one into our home or office.Please  come in.Come in! I am delighted to see you.However,  we can also use COME IN in the following ways:That  will come in handy. Meaning that will be useful.So if you find a gadget in a shop that opens bottles  or cans more efficiently or quickly then we can say:“Oh look at this it will come in handy  for that  wine we bought last week.”  When someone matures or becomes more professional or better at his  job we can say he has finally come into his own. He has reached his ability.He trained to be a professional  footballer from the time he was sixteen. However,  it took him about eight years to establish himself  as a first team player  (it took him a while to show his skill level).  He finally came into his own when  he was twenty five and played consistently well for many games. How to Use Phrasal Verbs with Come Enjoyed this infographic? Here’s what you can do next: COME OUTTo come out literally means to leave some place.He came out of the hotel with his luggage under  his arm.Again, however, there are other meanings  of COME OUT.1. When a company reveals or launches a new  product, we can say they came out with  a new product to compete with rest of the market.Coca-Cola have come out with their first alcoholic drink.2. When we disagree with someone’s views  strongly we can come out against  their opinion.He was very annoyed that the Government did not  do more to fight knife crimes. He came out strongly about his criticism in a newspaper article.3. To go on strikeTwo million  workers came out against the new bill, the whole country was paralysed.  4. To   be publishedThe  book came out last month. It was really exciting.COME OFF IT!We use this phrase when we do not agree with someone and we wish to tell them that they are  wrong or misguided.Come off it! That is rubbish. You cannot be serious that is very far from the  truth!COME TOIf someone loses consciousness or is knocked out for a short while they eventually regain  consciousness and we can say they have come to  or they are awake.The man had a serious  operation and the doctor had to give him a strong anaesthetic . He eventually came to  approximately 2 hours after the operation. (can also say to come round with the exact same  meaning)So come on!! If you are still unsure how to use phrasal verbs with COME, try them  out and see how you get on!COME ROUND1. to come to = to regain  consciousness2. to change ones point of viewI wish Mum came round to the fact that I am not a small child any more.Scroll down and watch a video lesson. COME ACROSSTo meet, find by chance.I came across my old toys yesterday when I was tidying the attic.COME INTOTo inheritPeters family recently  came into millions  of pounds thanks to his late fathers investment in a  tech startup.COME BY1. To obtainHow did you come by this beautiful bracelet?2. To make a quick visit to someone (North American)My friends came by this summer.COME OVERTo visitPaula came over to  my house for a conversation.So come on!! If you are still unsure how to use phrasal verbs with COME, try them  out and see how you get on!! Phrasal Verbs with Come and their meanings - Video Lesson English learning videos are an easy way to improve your English speaking and listening skills.  In this video English lesson you will learn English phrasal verbs with COME and their meanings. With the verb to COME we are going to use prepositions ON, IN, UP, OUT and ABOUT.

Best Advice for High School Graduates in the 21st Century

Best Advice for High School Graduates in the 21st Century We all want our children to graduate high school ready to take on the world and succeed in college and beyond. But success in the 21st century demands much more than mastery of the fundamental academic skills like math, reading and writing. The world today is highly complex and fast moving. Teens need to be prepared. Here are a few of the most essential skills high school graduates need: Collaboration and teamwork Technology has changed the way students learn and engage with one another and has certainly changed the way all organizations operate. In college, students will be expected to communicate and collaborate with each other in a multitude of ways. Just like in high school, teamwork is integrated into the college classroom. Teens who are able to work effectively with a range of personality types, take responsibility on school work and be flexible in how they approach course goals will be equipped for success. Critical thinking Youve heard it before and youll hear it again and again: critical thinking is an invaluable skill for students. In college and the working world, people are faced with a wide range of multifaceted challenges and problems, but not always provided much direction to deal with them. The ability to analyze, discuss and question situations in a logical, systematic way is essential. Creativity Theres critical thinking, then theres creative thinking. Students who are able to think critically and also exhibit creativity when needed are a step above the rest. Theyre able to come up with outside-the-box ideas and refine and improve those ideas. They recognize that some problems require unique solutions and they understand that working with others might be the best way to cultivate solutions to those problems. At a time when new technologies and tools are constantly being created, creativity is more important than ever. Problem solving Ever heard the stance that the problems that will face the global workforce tomorrow arent even on our radar today? Its true! And in the college environment, teens will be encouraged to approach problems in a variety of ways. It will be expected that they thoroughly analyze problems, come up with potential solutions and develop and execute action plans. Its also important that they are able to learn from missteps in their solutions. That way, they can go back and try to solve problems a different way if their first attempts didnt work as intended. Leadership Guess what? All of the above are skills exhibited by leaders. Even when teens dont identify their future college and career plans as those of a leader, leadership development can only benefit them. By the time they graduate high school, teens should be comfortable setting goals and working diligently toward achieving them, no matter how difficult. They should feel comfortable taking chances to go after the things they want and recognizing that risk-taking sometimes involves failing. Thats actually a great thingand an opportunity to learn and grow. A new year offers a clean slate. If you want to make sure your teen is on track to develop the skills he needs for success in the modern college environment and global economy, contact Huntington. Were happy to support your child in every stage of his educational journey!

Learn a Language Through Songs Rockin Tools and Tips

Learn a Language Through Songs Rockin Tools and Tips Learn a Language Through Songs: Rockin Tools and Tips Madonna once sang, Music makes the people come together.Theres a lot of truth to that.Music is a cornerstone of culture, and so songs have been written in every language since the birth of speech itself.What might once have been people gathered round the fire now has a 21st-century feel, as individuals the world over get their aural fix over the worldwide web.As you may already suspect, this is great for your language learning.But how exactly can you use this modern musical phenomenon to your advantage?And why should songs form part of your journey to fluency? How Can Songs Help You Learn a Language?Theyre catchy!Theres a reason that annoying song you heard on the radio is stuck so firmly in your head. Melodies are excellent memory tools. Whether its Pachelbels Canon in D or Taylor Swifts Blank Space,  a good, simple melody can be paired with words and make them a lot easier to keep in mind. In fact, many experts even recommend language learners put words theyre trying to learn to simple tunes.Whats more, modern music tends to have a set, repetitive structure. Verses and choruses repeat phrases and words, so listening to them helps to drill vocabulary into your mind. Meanwhile, rhyme patterns help you remember pronunciation and memorize groups of words that fit together. (A very well-used example for Spanish learners is Manu Chaos  Me gustas túâ€"a Peruvian friend calls it the vocabulary song.)Finally, if you find songs you like, you can listen to them again and again, learning a little more each time.They provide contextWhether its a love song, a political anthem or a dance tune, songs have themes. They give  crucial context  to the language youre learning. Unlike lists of vocabulary, which are hard to absorb into your language usage, once you get the gist of a song, you know that all the words you learn from it will be related to it. This hugely increases your chances of being able to use that language in the future.Theyre a cultural adventureMusic is a cr ucial part of any culture, and cultural understanding is a hugely important element of language learning. This insight can help give meaning to your language studyâ€"as well as give you something to talk about!We all love to discover new musicâ€"why not kill two birds with one stone?Learn a Language Through Songs: Rockin Tools and TipsGetting Going: Finding Target-language SongsOn board? Great! Heres how to get startedChoose your songs wiselyThe key tip is this: Pick music that you like. This might sound obvious, but its tempting to just pick the first songs in your target language you come across. However, theres no point in forcing yourself to listen to thrash metal or soporific ballads if they arent your thingâ€"you wont enjoy them and you wont be motivated to keep listening. If you like rap or rock n roll in your native tongue, start with these in your target language!(A personal tip: I really like listening to rap music in foreign languages. Its rhythmicâ€"which helps you to le arn about stress patternsâ€"a mix of spoken and sung words and incredibly varied in theme. Check out  La vuelta al mundo  by Calle 13 if youre a Spanish learner, or  Goldfisch  by Fiva if youre trying to pick up German.)Just like with any listening material you would use to support your language study, make sure to pitch it right for your level. If youre an advanced learner, a childrens lullaby is unlikely to teach you much; however, if there are no words you understand at all in the songs you pick, youll struggle to make progress.Get your resources rightMusic is everywhere, but in a digital world its important to be savvy in what you use to find your optimal tunes. Here are some recommendations:The best source of song recommendations is native speakers of the language. Ask friends or people online what they listen to and try it out. If you dont yet have any connections with native speakers, its really easy to find them. For online connections, try Speaky; if youd rather meet people face-to-face, Meetup often has groups that do language exchanges or gatherings for specific language and culture groups. Theres nothing like listening to some tunes over a drink or a meal!FluentU is an ideal resource for finding and learning through target-language music. Its built on the idea that authentic video content is a fantastic way to learn a languageâ€"and this includes lots of music videos complete with optional interactive captions and built-in learning tools. You can also follow FluentUs language blogs for some great song and additional resource recommendations like these:15 Free Sites for Downloading Chinese Songs7 Hit Spanish Songs Youve Gotta Download8 Catchy French Songs Youve Gotta Download ASAP8 German Rap Songs for Mastering the Language Like a Boss  Invest in an account with a music streaming service like Spotify. I use it to create playlists of music for each language Im learning; this means I can always find my tracks and add to it as I get new recommendation s. The other great thing about Spotify is that you can use the Radio feature to get recommendations based on individual songs or artists. Find something you like, listen to related songs and populate your playlist!Go onto YouTube and search for playlists in your target language. In the modern world, people share all sorts of curated content. For example, you could listen to a list of Disney songs in French, a collection of Swahili music or a playlist filled with Russian rock. These are easy to find! Simply:Search for what you want to find, e.g., Spanish rock songs.Click Filter.Under Type, choose Playlist.Listen and enjoy!Prefer to listen in person? Depending on where you live this could be tricky, but planning a trip to a festival in a target language country is a great motivatorâ€"and will give you a chance to hear loads of different artists as well as give you ideas for music to look up ahead of time, all while meeting people with a shared interest. Time Out has a huge list to sta rt with.Making the Most of It: How to Learn with SongsGot your playlist ready? Already on your way to being a musical multilinguist? Great! Heres some advice to help you make the most of it.Sing out loud!As youre starting to get the words of the songs, sing them out loud! This will fix them in your mind and improve your speaking as well as your listening.If you play a little piano or guitar, look up the chords online and learn to play them, impressing your friends as you go.If not, what could be better than a little karaoke? YouTube is the place to go againâ€"simply search the name of your song of choice and karaoke and theres a good chance someone has created a voiceless version with all the lyrics on the screen. Invite your study buddies round and have a foreign-language karaoke party!Write out lyricsAs youre listening, try writing out the lyrics as you understand them. This will help you remember the words and also help you to build an understanding of the meaning of tricky phras es. Once youve got most of a song but there are a few gaps, you can look them up onlineâ€"although remember that lyric sites like AZLyrics are user-created, so do make mistakes!Do your dialect researchThe biggest drawback (or exciting challenge!) of using pop music can be that, in a medium designed for native speakers, specific slang, dialects or strong accents can slip in. For example, I was bemused about not being able to understand a single word in a specific verse of Articolo 31s  Gente che spera until a native Italian speaker told me it was in the Neapolitan dialectâ€"essentially a different language!The upside of this is that, once you get used to what youre listening to, youll hear a much broader and richer range of language than you might find in a textbook.The best thing to do is a little background researchâ€"Wikipedia, anyone?â€"to find out both where a target language singer or band is from and what the dialectic differences to expect in your target languages are. For ex ample, if youre learning English from a Scottish band, you know its possible that some Scots dialect might slip inâ€"very different from Standard English!Join fan forumsRemember, every great band has great fans. Participate in fan forums onlineâ€"nowadays mostly found on social media, like Twitter or Facebook. (One example is Japanese duo  Ego-Wrappins Facebook page.) Use these resources to connect with other fans, allowing your newfound hobby to expand your language horizons yet further. This may also give you a few new songs to listen toIs there a more fun way to study than to learn a language through songs? Happy singing, dancingâ€"and learning!

Back to school changes 2015

Back to school changes 2015 I dont know about you, but I am very excited about back to school season. Its time to buy new clothes, backpacks, lunch boxes and more. Back to school season also have brought us some unexpected changes in 2015. Are these  changes good or  bad? You will  make the decision on your  own. Here is  the most interesting changes  in my opinion:   Connecticut will replace  the existing statewide high school test with the SAT. Connecticut announced that every  11th grade student in the state’s public schools would take the SAT college admissions tests  beginning in the 2015-16 school year. I believe Connecticut has an  additional goal:  encouraging  more students to apply for college. San Francisco high school students now can take  a new LGBT course in  the 2015-16 school year. This course  will focus on the gay rights movement, historic events such as the legalization of same-sex marriage, and  the AIDS crisis. In  Virginia high schools each student now has a  spot for charging his or her laptop, which is considered to be more important than having lockers. For example, hundreds of lockers  were replaced with  benches and laptop charging stations at the  Albemarle High School. A lot of different changes are waiting for you in the new school year. New courses, projects, teachers. In order to be sure  that you are ready for them hire qualified  tutors. If some interesting changes have happened in your school as well you can share them with us on a comments bellow.

5 Things You Shouldnt Do on Test Day

5 Things You Shouldnt Do on Test Day Not many events in life induce the amount of stress like academic tests can. At the thought of taking a written exam, palms moisten, hearts quicken, and fingers suddenly lose control of writing utensils. Whether it's a mock or the real thing there's no reason to let test day get the better of you. For your best chances of success, here are five things you should try to avoid doing on test day: 1. Show up late The worst thing you can do for yourself is to arrive at a test late. Starting a test in a rush is likely to lead to hurrying through the entire thing. Show up to the classroom or testing facility early with your materials ready. Choose a comfortable seat in an area where you feel at ease, and give yourself a few moments to mentally prepare. If you like, why not mentally run over those last few art history slides in your head before the test papers are passed out? Or simply sit silently, and trust that you're more than prepared for the upcoming test (because of course you are, right?). 2. Forget to bring supplies No one wants to depend on a classmate for a pen or paper. Know what materials are required for the test you're taking, and bring plenty of them with you. Knowing you've got the physical things you need to perform well may make it easier to focus on the mental aspects of test taking. 3. Skip breakfast Studies show eating a balanced breakfast every morning improves brain function and may even enhance test-taking ability. Do yourself a favour, and eat a power bar before you trot off to take that important algebra exam. You may notice just how much of a difference a little calorie intake makes. 4. Pull an all-nighter Though it's tempting to cram the night before a big test, it is in your best interest to rest a little too. Try to get seven to 9 hours of sleep the night before a test. Sleep enhances memory recall, which may help you remember those periodic element abbreviations during that chemistry exam. 5. Schedule stressful activities after a test After taking a huge test, it may not be the best idea to schedule a job interview. If you need to wind down following a lengthy exam, make time for it. You set aside time before the test, so why not do the same for afterward? Allow yourself to let loose after taking a stressful test, and try not to worry about how well you performed on it. Relax, and trust that you did your best. Test taking is a huge part of education. Most people worry about how they perform on tests, so don't feel bad if you find yourself anxious leading up to one. Study hard, and try to avoid these few things, and you'll be one step ahead of the rest.