Zack Brown’s Potato Salad Kickstarter campaign got a lot more buzz than he originally intended. His goal of $10 seemed like pocket change after only a short time online when investors began pouring in dollars and support. Within a few days, he had already raised $5,000 from 850 backers, and he eventually saw a total pledge amount of around $55,000. People seemed to be excited and become united by the All-American potato salad. ... [more]
Working in manufacturing doesn’t mean you’re just dealing with materials all day long. Like any other business, manufacturing companies require the cooperation of many departments in order to be successful. We often don’t consider these other departments when we think of manufacturing. However, these companies involve a complicated organizational infrastructure and a comprehensive sales side. ... [more]
We live in an era where technology advances faster than our lawns grow. If you have heard about the iPhone 6, or the 5, or the 4, etc. you’re no stranger to the fact fancy new tech products come out every single year. But where does all the old stuff go? Chances are you didn’t bury your flip phone in a backyard grave, but all of this outdated material has to go somewhere. ... [more]
Did you know there is a Starbucks at the base of the Great Wall of China? Even if you didn’t, it’s not hard to imagine. Not only is there a Starbucks in just about every country, various cultures are expanding and infiltrating foreign places in other ways. Exotic foods are readily available. Hop on a plane and you can get anywhere in the world in a matter of hours. Students around the globe are increasingly required to learn several foreign languages. We live in a globalized world. ... [more]
Have you ever been nervous to give a presentation or manage a meeting? You’re not alone. Seamless presentations take a lot of preparation. Not only do you have to engage your audience, but you also have to be prepared for trick questions and make sure your team sticks to the agenda. Luckily, there are tools to help you master the art of presenting and leading a group. From visual tips to answering trick questions, this week’s featured courses can help you practice many helpful skills for effective management. ... [more]
In the last two post of this series, we discussed why stories present ideal contexts for learning and shared a helpful infographic about why elearning provides more effective training and improves retention. As a buyer of elearning, you want products that teach concepts effectively, and as a seller you want to offer content that rivals the best elearning products as the most effective, engaging, and fun courses. ... [more]
Who doesn’t love a good story? For thousands of years, stories have been one of our most beloved forms of communication. They are everywhere; in the news, on reality TV, in our everyday lives as we interact with friends...the list goes on. Why are we so story-crazed? Can we leverage this fact in a meaningful way for elearning? ... [more]
Fireworks have become almost as American as apple pie. On July 4th, families flock to parks, lakes, and lookout spots to view the exciting conflagration of red, white, and blue. However, while the rest of us are celebrating with watermelons and barbequed burgers, web designers are celebrating with a different kind of Fireworks. That is, Adobe Fireworks. ... [more]
We’ve all had that moment where we feel incompetent in the workplace, in a relationship, or when interacting with peers. Tools for empowered communication can be extremely helpful in these situations. Training courses can be useful for developing these characteristics and achieving proficiency. ... [more]
While driving down a major interstate, you have probably found yourself caught behind a massive commercial truck. Often we are too busy trying to pass the slow-moving vehicle to notice the “How’s my driving?” sticker on the back. Who is this person asking about his or her driving, and why should you care? ... [more]
