Take this opportunity now to build a fundamental skill that you’ll need to stand out in the workplace–public speaking. Why public speaking? Because Warren Buffett says it’s the one skill you can build today that will increase your value by 50 percent, and you can do it from home.
Read the full article on Inc, 26 March 2020
If you’re social distancing or quarantining during the coronavirus outbreak, a good podcast can provide some virtual companionship, and perhaps even a chance to learn something new. Fortunately, there’s an abundance of pods for you to choose from. In the past decade or so, podcasts have gone from a niche interest to the mainstream.
Read the full article on Business Insider, 19 March 2020
Is story telling a dying art?
Well it need not be. Now’s the time to be telling your story as we have a variety of methods and media in order for us to convey it. However, if you don’t know where to start why not do a free course on the Khan Academy. Pixar in a Box: The Art of Story Telling is a free course along with activities that you can do. While you’re at it, why not check out their other courses in a wide variety of subjects – and contrary to belief, it’s not just for students of a young age.
This site is for everyone!
I’m not a vegan but I know many people who are. However, this doesn’t stop me from watching this superbly produced YouTube channel called Pick Up Limes where they share delicious recipes that are not only pretty to look at but they’re healthy for you. Really, every video I put here is as good as the next. Check out how you can make some vegan meals for under 2 Euros and once you’ve done that, make sure you check out their other videos.
There’s a lot to learn with Instagram and admittedly, it’s not an app that I have taken much time to explore. However, Hayls World YouTube channel has a great range of short videos that show you how to get the best out of your phone and apps such as Instagram and WhatsApp with an emphasis on Samsung phones.
Macrame, the art of rope and knots is having a bit of a resurgence of late (thanks to Pinterest). Now’s the perfect time to learn and use up any rope you have lying around or even cut up old tee-shirts into long strips so that you have materials to play with. Read more on Macrame: How to Get Started and the 7 Knots You Need to Know.
Why not start with a 5 minute macrame planter?
Why not use this time to improve your English literacy and grammar skills? If you’re interested to write more, you may need some tips and strategies to get you started. Here’s an article on 10 Tips for Clean, Clear Writing but why not explore the site for more articles that you can read and apply to your own writing?
The Never Stop Dancing YouTube channel has a variety of dance tutorials you can do in the comfort of your own home – alone or with your family. The combination of the exercise and the music will be sure to keep a smile on your face but safety first – please make sure you move the coffee table out of the way!
Can you read 125 books in a year? Mmm. This depends on a lot of things. However, the trick is not the number – it’s the actual reading of the books! If you don’t have time for 125 books, why not read one? Here’s a list that the New York Public Library recommends for adults from the last 125 years.
These books are recommendations that you can place on hold. However, stating the obvious that you cannot travel to the US to pick up said book, use this site as a “recommended reading” list and check whether these items are available at your local library (many local libraries nowadays have online catalogues for e-books and audio books) or alternatively, check these out through your preferred book selling platform such as Amazon, Book Depository, AbeBooks, Booktopia and others.
