Are we as parents, as educators, coaches, tutors and anyone else who work with today’s youth, doing all we can preparing middle and high school students for the workplace? What about the real world? Are we collectively doing all we Read more…
If you look over most job descriptions, you will see how high on the list communication skills are. Quick question: Is there any 21st century life skill more important than being able to sustain confident, coherent face-to-face conversations? Are today’s Read more…
There are new businesses that start every week. Some people launch a new venture to capitalize on a business idea, others for wealth creation and there are those that want to have the freedom that business owners get to make Read more…
Ever wonder how many parents get the same one word answers that you get from your child when they ask their kids the all to familiar question…”how was your day?” I’m not a betting man but I’d wager the percentage Read more…
Big Ears, Small mouth – The Discipline of Listening As the up-and-coming vice president and CEO candidate for a Fortune 500 technology corporation sat before the CEO for his annual review, he was baffled to discover that the feedback from Read more…
By Mark McConville July 26, 2018 As a psychologist, I receive calls each summer from anxious parents, worried that their high-school graduate won’t be ready for college. In some instances, they describe the normal conflict that signals impending separation. But Read more…
Problem: Screens and apps have created a high level of apprehension around having “real” conversations. Every year high school and college students are on a epic journey that presents countless unique opportunities and challenges. Our TalkShop™ workshop helps students develop Read more…
For Educators, PTSA boards, directors of youth based non profits and any stakeholder who oversees the development of today’s students…Oh yeah…and parents too!: Ask yourself this question: do you feel confident in your student’s ability to be clear, concise and Read more…
(Originally posted at https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/11/171106090116.htm) Those who struggle in social situations may be at greater risk for mental and physical health problems, according to a new study from the University of Arizona. That’s because people with poor social skills tend to experience Read more…
(Originally posted at http://www.applerubber.com/blog/is-technology-ruining-kids-communication-skills/) Technology consumption is unavoidable in 2016: nearly two-thirds of Americans are smartphone owners and children 8 to 10 years old are exposed to an alarming eight hours of media a day. But what is this trend’s long-term impact Read more…