Career Education

The Maker Movement represents a dramatic shift in the democratization of design and manufacturing. Advancements in new technologies such as 3D printing and laser cutting are putting powerful tools once only available to large institutions like NASA in the hands of millions of people worldwide. This rapid pace of change opens up new possibilities that were never before imaginable, placing strong emphasis on resourcefulness as the path to technical competence.

Welcome to what may be the most important module in this course. I'll be talking about problem-solving and a way of visually representing problem-solving. You may have heard this referred to as "A3 reporting" or "A3 storytelling". I will be referring to it as "A3 thinking"; that is, it's a way of thinking rather than documenting problem-solving on a piece of paper.

This is the most important module because in the Toyota Way, problem-solving drives continuous improvement and showing respect for people. Problem-solving is the core skill of a lean leader and it is the skill most leaders lack.

The education sector is in the midst of an edtech revolution, and Learning Designers are leading the charge. Online Learning: So, You Want to Be a Learning Designer? is a must-listen for any educator keen to adapt current skills and remain relevant in these rapidly changing times. As we adapt to a world where remote learning and working online have become the norm, are we prepared to design and deliver dynamic courses that meet learners’ needs? With better learning design, yes.

Writing at Work covers everything professionals need to know about writing on the job today. HR and L&D managers can use this new course to train experienced employees who already know the basics of business writing but could use a refresher.

Throughout the 10 years experience in coaching and employment counseling, I noticed that introverts feel more challenged when it comes to job hunting. Being an introvert myself, I want to help them become more successful in a professional world that seems more impressed with the extroverted behavior.

If you're a creative writer interested in a freelance income stream, want to work from home, and need help selling your skills to small business, this inspiring book will get you launched with confidence. Ideal for creative writers, journalists, students and bloggers with great writing skills. Get these gold tips and strategies, and hit the ground running!

Do you want to make a living with your writing? Do you want to turn your words into multiple streams of income? I’m Joanna Penn and I left my corporate job a decade ago to become a full-time author entrepreneur. In this completely updated third edition, I’ll explain how I make a living with my writing and share tips from other writers on how you can do it too with practical, actionable advice that you can implement for yourself.

"Labeling yourself is not only self-defeating, it is irrational. Your self cannot be equated with any one thing you do. Your life is a complex and ever-changing flow of thoughts, emotions, and actions. To put it another way, you are more like a river than a statue." - David D. Burns, M.D.

In It's Your Universe, Ashley Eckstein shares her own life lessons, as well as lessons from iconic Disney characters, as a way to inspire girls to create big dreams and work to make them a reality. Ashley Eckstein grew up inspired by all things Disney. She launched Her Universe, an apparel company catering to fan girls, which has become a preferred partner for Disney and their girl-power initiative. In It's Your Universe, Ashley tells her story of being a little girl dreaming of being on a Disney stage, voicing the first female Jedi, and starting Her Universe.

Be your own credential. That’s the point of this audiobook in one sentence. It's how to get noticed and win opportunities for your career. You no longer need to appeal to third-party institutions to vouch for you. In fact, you have no choice but to build a better signal. More power is at your fingertips than ever before. The bad news (if you’re lazy) is it won’t be easy. You have to want it. You have to work for it. The good news is it’s more rewarding, liberating, fun, effective, and engaging than the old crusty process of chasing grades and degrees.

Are you ready to take your career in Human Resources to the next level? Look no further! Dive into the comprehensive world of HR with our PHR Certification Study Guide. Whether you're a seasoned HR professional or just starting out in the field, this guide is your ultimate companion. Packed with meticulously curated content, it covers all aspects of human resources management, from recruitment and selection to employee relations and beyond.

Learn the power and importance of authenticity; move beyond the fear and limitations that stop you from living truly and bring more authenticity into your work, relationships, and life.Motivational Speaker, Mike Robbins' new audiobook, Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken will teach you the principles of authenticity, and give you the exercises and actions to transform your life.

Amazing, "magic" morning rituals for power! In this audiobook you will discover how to develop a magic morning ritual to bring more success and happiness into your life. Dynamic morning rituals are recommended to help you start your day off right and give you enough stamina to power through your day and accomplish all that you need to do, and leave you energy enough to have fun with your free time too.

50 Things to Know About Living in the Moment offers a practical approach to learning the many ways of living in the moment in order to cope well with the demands of everyday life and truly appreciate each moment of your life in your lifetime. Based on knowledge from the world's leading experts on mindfulness, these practical tips for living each moment of your life with deeper awareness can help improve your life in all areas, be it in your social life, family life, personal life, or at your workplace.

Save time on the go with this concise summary, and explore key quotations from Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies by Jim Collins and Jerry I. Porras.

In this mind-training audiobook, Mental Hygiene: How to Change your Mind, you will learn some simple ways to transform your mind, body, and spirit, as well as improve the quality of your life.

No matter what these situations were about, I am sure you had your reasons. Instead of letting yourself be defeated by fear, depression, and anxiety, you have to discover how to master the royal hacking discipline. Breaking overwhelming problems into smaller parts is only one of the principles used in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT is a therapy to help people manage their problems in a more positive way and overcome anxiety, depression and other mental illnesses. No matter if you have phobias, panic attacks, or you can´t handle your temper.

The adviser to Senator Hillary Clinton, Bill Gates, and President Bill Clinton proves that small is big by identifying 75 hidden-in-plain-sight trends that are moving America, revealing that the nation is no longer a melting pot but a collection of communities with many individual tastes and lifestyles. In 2000, The Tipping Point entered the lexicon. Now, in Microtrends, one of the most respected and sought-after analysts in the world articulates a new way of understanding how we live.

The most fundamental aggression to ourselves, the most fundamental harm we can do to ourselves, is to remain ignorant by not having the courage and the respect to look at ourselves honestly and gently. Don't miss Pema Chodron's in-depth look at fear, suffering, loneliness, and the Buddhist-inspired teachings that can help you become the best version of yourself. Accepting the struggle is part of transcending it, and this audiobook will show you how you can do that.

Author Monica Sharma describes how we can source our inner capacities and wisdom to manifest change that embodies universal values such as dignity, compassion, fairness, and courage. Drawing on more than 20 years of work for the United Nations and elsewhere, she presents a radical new approach to transformational leadership, one that creates systems of change where everyone can engage - not just analysts and policy-makers.