In a world obsessed with hard skills—qualifications, technical abilities, professional expertise—we often overlook the power of soft skills in building an enduring image. What Are Soft Skills? Soft skills are the interpersonal attributes you need to succeed in the workplace or social settings. They include communication, problem-solving, leadership, and adaptability among others. Soft Skills and...
In a digital age where every tweet, post, and photo contribute to our personal and professional image, projecting confidence has never been more crucial. But how can one project a confident image when the interaction is happening behind screens? Know Your Audience The first step in projecting confidence digitally is understanding who your audience is...
In an era where digital impressions can be as powerful as personal interactions, the concept of image management has expanded beyond traditional boundaries. The approach, however, needs to be holistic, encompassing not just appearance, but also behavior, communication, etiquette, personal development, and even your digital footprint. The Multifaceted Nature of Image Your image is not...
Class struggle (conflict of interests between the ruling class and workers in a capitalist society) goes way back to the days of chattel slavery—when Blacks were considered as legal property in the United States—and thus, utterly subjugated. During this long-stretched period (approximately 246 years) of severe hardship, Blacks were debased, racially sidelined, and greatly exploited....
Serving students is in many ways akin to preparing a special delicacy. Delicacies are rare and highly desirable foods that are particular to a culture or people. To prepare such foods, one is expected to put a great deal of effort in figuring out the appropriate recipe that meets the required cooking standard. Perhaps, a...
With a broken clavicle and a dislocated right ankle, he managed to crawl to the shoulder of the road. He gasped in desperate need for air as his breathing became even more labored. Blood gushed from the gaping wound on his ankle as he laid on the ground helpless. His Volkswagen Passat had just crashed...
Suddenly awakened by a worrisome nightmare, he jumps out of bed. “This cannot be possible,” he mutters, as his stomach rumbles with the thought of his beautiful wife having an extra marital affair. His forty-nine-year-old hands trembled as cold sweat poured down his chest soaking his plaid pajamas. He has only managed to catch two...
Sometimes we may fall Other times we may stand tall Whether big or small Nobody knows it all
I am Speechless begins this disarming expression Clueless I grow as I look for a hook on the fish at the Nile My words have become silent mutterings in the face of perplexity Soliloquizing with mouths taped with weights beyond me My lips break from caressing the cold winter So that the flakes of the...
The change we seek lies in the conviction from within our minds For we must first understand that we have the very might To cause change and to experience life differently And to redeem ourselves from all shame and lameness immediately This knowing eludes apathy and sheer disbelief It motivates and negates the notion that...