Coming from a non-teaching background, I was very nervous yet excited to begin the ITT course. I had worked very hard to get my degree in Mathematics and its learning. The next step was to get onto training and fulfil my lifelong ambition of becoming a Mathematics teacher. The placement school was within an hour’s … Read more
(Cambridge Dictionary) Perfectionist; /pərˈfek·ʃə·nɪst/ noun. A person who wants very much to get every detail exactly right. (My version) A person who needs to get everything exactly right. Every time. All the time. For years, I’ve been asking the wrong question. I’ve been told that my perfectionism wasn’t healthy. It was a bit…obsessive. A bit…too much. A bit… annoying. So I have … Read more
One of the certainties in IT and cybersecurity is that the field will always be changing. With that comes corresponding changes in job requirements, titles, and specialized skills. How can teams keep up with these rapid changes while avoiding rapid turnover and all the associated costs? That’s where strategic redeployment comes in: using the talent … Read more
1. Outlet Converter Outlet converters are often seen as travel essentials, but contrary to popular belief, I am not a big fan of those bulky outlet converters. They are a great option if you have multiple devices. But for me, the only things I need an outlet for are my electronics, like my Macbook and iPhone charger. For those, I highly … Read more
Hello everyone! I’m thrilled to share a collection of easy and nutritious recipes that have been a break from my studies at Drexel University and a smart way to keep my living costs down here in Philadelphia. These recipes are not only straightforward and economical but also brimming with flavor, making healthy eating a real … Read more
The University of Melbourne is one of the most sought-after educational institutions from around the globe. It is renowned for its high academic standards and innovative research programs. The university offers various undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study, attracting students from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Its campus is spread across seven locations … Read more
Every year Melbourne attracts 100,000 international students from 120+ countries, which makes it the most sought-after destination for education. But there’s more to this than meets the eye beneath the success of Melbourne’s global repute. And that is, its belief that empowering individuals is crucial, leading to formulation of the Inclusive Melbourne Strategy. As the … Read more
Some interview questions are so unusual (think: “What do you think of garden gnomes?”) that they’re bordering on loopy. Others, however, like “What is your dream job?”, are far simpler to answer (though, admittedly, a little less exciting to reflect on). If you are, in fact, interviewing for your dream job, then answering this common … Read more
The world keeps on changing and, with it, so does the modern workplace. As new technologies emerge, and as people continually redefine what matters, businesses need to stay up to speed in order to maximize efficiency, and keep their workers — and customers — happy. Anyone who’s looking to kick-start their career, change career paths … Read more
By Katharine Gregory (2024 Spring-term student in Taipei) Studying abroad can be intimidating as you are leaving your friends and family at home. Making new relationships can be scary especially when you often conveniently lean on your long-established relationships in your home country. On top of trying to make new friends in a new … Read more