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People often find stepping out of their comfort zone a terrifying thing to do. They do not know what to expect or how to act during unfamiliar situations, which is why they often surround themselves with the people, places, and items that they love. However, life can put you in uncomfortable positions that will force you to grow. One of them involves having to move to a new city. Your work or personal status might cause you to take on an unfamiliar adventure, but it can be challenging to make it feel like home. You will start to miss your …

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Moving to a foreign country for whatever reason is difficult, especially if there is a language barrier. However, it can be more challenging for students who are going abroad on their own to study.  It is common to experience “culture shock” during your first months in a new place, but know that you will eventually get used to living abroad. To make the process of adjusting a little easier, here are a few pieces of advice that will help you out.  Make New Friends It can be intimidating – or even awkward – to walk up to a stranger and …

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As we grow older, our lives settle into familiar, predictable routines. The inexorable passage of time makes each similar day blend into one continuous stream of monotony. When older people look back, their most vivid memories are probably associated with youth and early adulthood. We need to travel for novel experiences. It disrupts the steady, one-note existence of everyday living. But it may take time before travel returns to normal. With the ongoing pandemic, most people will be limited to local adventures for the time being. Exploring less-known destinations has its charm, but when international travel is your measuring stick, …

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Some people seem to be born with an innate party-throwing life skill. They instinctively know what works best and are not afraid to take on the daunting task of planning and hosting a party. But, for some of us, throwing a party can be stressful. It doesn’t matter if it’s a small gathering of friends or a big birthday milestone; each carries its own set of stressors. But not to worry, we’ve got you covered. Consider this your cheat sheet on what you need to throw that utterly luxurious gathering of your dreams. Pick the Right Venue What’s the occasion …

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When it comes to retaining your best workers and attracting even more great employees, there’s nothing better than showing them great teamwork. A recent report by Gallup and CliftonStrengths found that employee engagement increases when their strengths are recognised and they know how great their coworkers are as well. High worker engagement led to41% lower absenteeism and almost 25% lower turnover, the study also found. Apart from improving your managers’ teamwork skills, recognising employee accomplishments, and other internal methods, it’s also important to build synergy outside of the office. Scheduling team building activities are a great way to do this. …

Read moreTeamwork Tactics: How to Improve Your Next Team-Building Session