Monday, March 27, 2017

Life Pro Tips

We're coming close to the finish line. One more quarter and you are finished with an important milestone in your life. Might not feel like it but it is. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics upon graduation you will have improved your earning capacity by approximately $185/week and you are significantly more employable .



As well, for the past year you've been consumed with considering the future. What school to go to, what major to study, etc. For this post let's talk Pro Tips. Simple ways to navigate the myriad of challenges in life you will face. https://www.reddit.com/r/LifeProTips/

Check out some of these tips. Maybe try one and comment on the results. Success? Not so much? Or include a tip of your own. Your choice. 

Friday, March 10, 2017

Why no cell phones in class?

Let's start a discussion with why from a professional's point of view.

Simon Sinek is a marketing expert and motivational speaker. In this recent talk he discussed the issues about mobile technologies and their impact on generations of people having grown up on them.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrT8lJNa9Z8

For our conversation let's consider what happens during the stages of adolescence...



So for our blog post what is your reaction to the video. Then consider our school phone policy. Is it appropriate, fair, or unfair? What would you recommend the school implement if you were in charge?