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Written By: Sandi MacCalla, Founder - LifeSkills Academy ~ 3/25/2024
Video conferencing is integral to our professional and social interactions, but whether to turn on your video or not remains a question. Let's delve into some actionable steps to navigate this decision effectively.
When to Turn on Video
When to Turn Off Your Video
Attending remote meetings offers numerous benefits, such as saving travel time while being actively engaged in the meeting. Continue to adapt and refine your virtual presence, while you create meaningful connections in the digital realm.
Thank you to all who accommodate remote meetings, shaping this paradigm for better communications, productivity, and camaraderie.
“…Yours truly has never worked out of an office, and never will.”
Richard Branson
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At LifeSkills Academy, we're dedicated to equipping individuals with crucial life skills. Our e-learning classes, led by seasoned business professionals, delve into Etiquette/Social Intelligence, Financial Skills, and Personal Organization. We invite you to explore our classes and join our community of continuous learners. Sign up for newsletters and class notices to stay informed about valuable life skills content. Together, let's build a foundation for success in our lives and our world.
Written By: Chip Rudolph ~ 3/19/2024
Life skills are essential for navigating the challenges and opportunities of our everyday lives. They help us solve problems, cope with stress, communicate effectively, and achieve our goals.
But where can we learn these valuable skills? One possible source is the wisdom of the past, which has been passed down through generations in the form of proverbs, sayings, and maxims. These timeless expressions offer guidance and insight on how to live well in the present. In this blog post, we explore two examples of ancient wisdom and how they help us improve our life skills.
Don’t Bite the Hand that Feeds You
This proverb speaks to being grateful and respectful to those who help us, support us, or provide for us. It guides us not to harm or offend others, or we might lose favor and assistance. This is valuable for such life skills as:
Consider sending them a handwritten thank-you note, genuinely complimenting them, offering support, or simply saying “I appreciate you.”
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Don’t Count Your Chickens Before They Hatch
Don’t assume or celebrate something before it happens. Being overconfident or over-optimistic can result in disappointment and even embarrassment. This is useful for such life skills as:
You can research, seek knowledge/advice, make a backup plan, or simply refine your expectations.
Words of Wisdom have been observed since biblical times and respected leaders of that wisdom have been much sought after. From the Corner Home Office shares Words of Wisdom regularly.
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At LifeSkills Academy, we equip individuals with essential life skills. Our e-learning classes cover Etiquette/Social Intelligence, Financial Skills, and Personal Organization.
By merging the wisdom of experienced professionals with the curiosity of emerging generations, LifeSkills Academy is fostering a community where knowledge is shared and individuals thrive.
If you're interested in our classes, valuable life skills content, and updates, sign up for our newsletters and class notices. Join us on this journey of continuous learning and personal growth. Together, let's build a foundation for success in life and our world.
Written by David Dixon – 3/11/2024
Debt happens – own It, tame It! Welcome to the reality of adulting, where the potential for debt is as natural as breathing. There's no shame in taking out a loan, buying a car, or securing a house on credit. The key is to manage it effectively with good planning. Remember, every dollar borrowed comes with the responsibility to pay it back, plus a bit more for interest.
Your Easy Guide to Mastering Debt Management:
Building Resilience: Your Financial Safety Net
The Path to Freedom: Post-Debt Bliss
Managing debt isn't just about surviving; it's about thriving. Take control, follow these steps, and pave your way to a brighter, debt-free future.
As Ezra Pound wisely said,
"Wars in old times were made to get slaves.
The modern implement of imposing slavery is debt."
Break free and conquer your financial destiny!
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At LifeSkills Academy, we equip individuals with essential life skills. Our e-learning classes cover a range of topics: Etiquette/Social Intelligence, Financial Skills, and Personal Organization. What sets us apart is our dedicated team of educators—seasoned business professionals, all boasting proven success in the world of commerce.
By merging the wisdom of experienced professionals with the curiosity of emerging generations, LifeSkills Academy is fostering a community where knowledge is shared, and individuals thrive.
If you want to stay informed about our classes, valuable life skills content, and updates, we encourage you to sign up for our newsletters and class notices. Join us on the journey of continuous learning and personal growth. Let's build a foundation for success in life and our world together.