Clues

Qualities of an Ideal Parent

3 Oct , 2014  

If you were to create an ideal parent, what qualities would s/he have? What would they look like? What would they say or do?

I’ve been thinking about this question for quite some time. In many ways I find the topic a bit daunting, so I’d like to open up the conversation. More…

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Students

Does Music Help You Study?

3 Oct , 2014  

Does music really help you study? Are you getting those grades by listening to music while studying?

 

If you’re a student, I am almost willing to bet that you have music playing right now. Maybe it’s Drake, maybe it’s Mumford and Sons, or maybe it’s The Beatles. More…

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Students

Sleep Deprivation Affects Students

29 Apr , 2014  

Are you one of those night owls who stays up really late studying? Find out how sleeping late will affect your academic skills.

 

As fall semesters wind down at the country’s colleges and universities, students will be pulling all-night study sessions to prepare for final exams. Ironically, the loss of sleep during these all-nighters could actually work against them performing well, says a Harris Health System sleep specialist. More…

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Students

Does School Start Early?

29 Apr , 2014  

Do you think your school is starting way early for you? Are you getting lack of sleep because of it? Take a look at this news report from the American Academic of Pediatrics who says delaying school may help teens get more rest. 

 

As the lazy days of summer give way to the painful reality of pre-dawn alarms, many kids are beginning their descent into chronic school-year sleep deprivation. More…

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Students

Understanding and Finding Yourself

29 Apr , 2014  

To all the students out there, have you ever wondered what you will get out of school? Of course you will come out with abundant knowledge of education. But have you ever wondered how you can find “yourself” through school? That’s true indeed! You can and will find “yourself” through school. Want to know how? Take a look at this article by The Huffington Post. It provides 3 main important points that will help start find yourself through school!

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Students

7 Apps College Students Need

29 Apr , 2014  

By now you may have started working on that seemingly never-ending checklist for college. You got your bed risers, your mini fridge and your own personal fan—everything to perfect your new dorm room. But there’s still more to do to prepare for school in the fall, and you won’t have to run to Bed Bath & Beyond for these finishing touches. There are several smartphone apps that will help ease your transition to college life, whether you need help with academics, time management, exercise or budgeting!

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Business

8 Golden Rules

29 Apr , 2014  

Start out your business with these great 8 tips!

While starting out on a business endeavour, following a set of rules is crucial for finding success.

Without proper rules a business can go spiralling down and without taking too long at it. Following are golden rules that will ensure your success in business.

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Business

Balance your Life

29 Apr , 2014  

 

Don’t know how to balance your life with work? Here are some great tips that will help get you started!

1. Set Goals And Prioritize

A life without goals is like wind without direction. You may be going somewhere, but that sure isn’t where you ought to go. To live a high achieving, and at the same time fulfilling life, you should keep a clear account of your goals. More…

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Business

SMART Goals

29 Apr , 2014  

Think SMART and act SMART for your Business goals!

 

Every athlete and large corporation have clearly set and articulated goals to attain specific objectives. Yet, in the world of small business, many businesses lack a focused goal. “Get more business” is a typical reply of small business owners when asked of future plans. Any self-respecting CEO would be tossed out of a shareholder meeting for uttering a vague response.

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Business

Business in Dubai

29 Apr , 2014  

Planning to start a business abroad? Get a taste of how business is in Dubai through this article from The National

 

After seven years in marketing, Maya Itani had become disillusioned with the corporate world.

In her mind was a fresh start with a business idea she was sure would succeed — a web portal to book classes on pastimes from learning to belly dance to making a Japanese kimono.

But how to make this happen?

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