Homeless Millennials
I recently read that the average age of a homeless person in the United States is 9 years old. What?!
There’s been some debate as to whether or not that statistic is accurate, but either way there’s definitely a problem.
Grrr…
That really irritates me. The richest nation in the world, huh?
A State of Mind Called Time Pt. III
“In all our deeds, the proper value and respect for time determines success or failure.”
—El Hajj El Malik El Shabazz (Malcolm X)
Have you ever met somebody that’s always late for class, work, and everything else, but has the nerve to be mad because he or she didn’t get to leave on time?
Please tell me that’s not you. Are you one of those people that likes to be “fashionably late”?
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With Friends Like These…
“Emotion can be the enemy. If you give in to your emotion, you lose yourself. You must be at one with your emotions because the body always follows the mind.”-Bruce Lee
Emotions are the guardians of your well-being. They are your friends and their primary objective is to ensure survival. They are arguably the most powerful force governing our behavior.
There is an old adage, however, that rings true when it comes to emotions. “With friends like these, who needs enemies?”
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Top Ten Quotes: Maya Angelou
(In honor of Women’s History Month)
A legendary poet, one of the great voices of contemporary literature, civil rights activist, author of twelve best-selling books including I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, actress, playwright, producer, director, historian, educator, outstanding orator, and Grammy Award winner, Dr. Maya Angelou is the quintessential Renaissance woman.
The recipient of more than 60 honorary doctorate degrees, Dr. Angelou has captivated and inspired millions of people across the globe. There is no doubt that world could never get enough of Dr. Maya Angelou.
Top Ten Quotes: Mother Teresa
(In honor of Women’s History Month)
Nobel Peace Prize winner and world renowned humanitarian, Mother Teresa was one of the most outstanding examples of altruism and servant leadership in the history of the human race. She provided the world with a treasure trove of wisdom. Here are my ten favorite gems from Mother Teresa.
Q & A: What are soft skills and why all the fuss?
Q: “Al, what are soft skills and why all the fuss about them?” —(Graduate student, Emory University)
Identity Theft Tip 1
What’s in your wallet right now?
If you’re like most college students the answer is: no money!
– NEVER keep your social security card number, passwords, or account numbers in your purse or wallet.
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Books & Posters
The Leading Soft Skills Training Program for STEM Students. Check out S3TEM.com
The 5 Soft Skills Clusters
Click here for a list of soft skills definitions, and behavioral indicators.
