How to Beat Career Fear!
Are you ready to thrive in the 21st-century workplace that’s evolving faster than ever? It requires adapting to new demands, technologies, and cultures, like navigating a river constantly shifting its course. In her book “Career Fear (And How to Beat It)”, Somi Arian provides a roadmap for the future of work, offering insights on how […]
Learning: A Change in the Meaning of Experiences!
Do we truly comprehend the transformative potential of learning, or have we been viewing it through a narrow lens? The book Learning How to Learn by Joseph D. Novak and D. Bob Gowin challenges the conventional belief that learning is merely a change in behaviour, a viewpoint long upheld by behavioural psychologists. Instead, the authors […]
Why Schools Need a Makeover for the Innovators of Tomorrow!
Why does the education system often stifle creativity and problem-solving instead of advancing innovation and independent thinking? In a world that celebrates these qualities, it’s surprising that our schools reward obedience and conformity. Ana Lorena Fábrega’s book, The Learning Game, challenges this status quo, making a solid case for why and how we must change […]
The Dawn of the 5IR: Humans and Machines, Better Together!
Did you know that our world has been driven forward by a series of advancements, each propelling us into the future? The first advancement, known as the First Industrial Revolution, was powered by steam. The second was powered by electricity, the third by computers, and the fourth by intelligent machines, robotics, and the internet. A […]
Becoming a Human+ Worker for Jobs that Don’t Even Exist Yet
What if traditional education and high school graduation are just the starting point of your learning journey? In her book “Long Life Learning: Preparing for Jobs That Don’t Even Exist Yet,” Michelle Weise presents an inspiring vision of the future where education and work go hand in hand throughout life. As we move into a […]
How Competing Values Shape Our Choices and Behaviours
Imagine standing at a busy crossroads with paths branching in every direction. Each path represents a different decision you could make: staying safe on the well-trodden path, taking a risky shortcut, or venturing down a winding route no one else has tried. This crossroads is a metaphor for our daily lives, where we constantly make […]
Why We Learn Better When We Care?
Have you ever sat through a boring lecture or training session, dutifully taking notes, only to forget everything shortly after? It’s like being at a fancy dinner, and the chef serves a dish with all the best ingredients—but it’s bland. You poke at it, unimpressed, because despite the quality, it lacks what truly matters: flavour. […]
Beliefs: The Invisible Architects of Our Reality!
Belief systems are like the lenses through which we view the world. Just as a pair of glasses helps someone see clearly, our beliefs shape how we interpret experiences, make decisions, and interact with others. So, they are like the invisible blueprints that shape the architecture of our lives. Just as a map guides a […]
A Holistic Take Crucial to Understanding Human Development!
What if we told you that our lives are complicatedly interconnected with everything around us, much like a tree in a forest? Ecological Systems Theory is not just a concept; it’s a story we all play a part in. Imagine a tree in a forest. This tree is not just isolated; it’s connected to everything around […]
The Art of Changing Minds in a Polarised World
In a world where opinions clash like waves against a rocky shore, the ability to change minds has become a vital skill. It’s a challenge that can feel like trying to move a mountain with a spoon—it’s slow, tedious, and often feels impossible. In his book Mindstuck: Mastering the Art of Changing Minds, change strategist […]