January 22, 2023

PROBLEM-SOLVING

By: Nabiha Hoque Problem-solving is one of the skills you don’t hear about often yet it carries such an importance with it. Problem-solving by simple terms means “the process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.” (Oxford Languages) But how exactly can you utilize it in your everyday life?  Whether you realize it or […]

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December 21, 2022

Organization: The Key to Success in a Team Setting

By: Moira Du We’ve all heard of the wonders of organization. Influencers like Marie Kondo have proven how organization can transform a room into a peaceful space without having to break down walls, repaint, or renovate in any way, shape, or form. Similarly, organization can help you improve the efficiency with which you work so […]

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December 11, 2022

Organization

By Nabiha Hoque Organization is one of the most important skills to know how to utilize. Keeping yourself organized can nor only increase your productivity but also reduce your stress level. When you have everything planned out and set in place you know exactly what to do, when to do it. That in return will […]

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November 27, 2022

Innovation: How You Can Shape the Future

By Moira Du Unless you live under a rock, you’ve probably heard of popular inventions such as Google Chrome and Microsoft. You might even be using them everyday. Think of how these inventions have improved the world and how you live your life. Now think, what if you could make the next Google?  It’s definitely […]

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November 21, 2022

Why Should You Become a Tutor for Connect Me?

By Nabiha Hoque Tutoring students at Connect Me is a pivotal experience to many who decide to help guide young individuals that don't have the proper resources to help themselves. Ritvik, one of our tutors at Connect Me, tells us one of his favorite experiences with tutoring a student was when the student exclaimed “OHHH!” […]

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November 13, 2022

What You Need to Know About Innovation

By Ritvik Ellendula Innovation Defined  What first comes to mind upon hearing the word “innovate”? Many people think of new devices and seemingly magical products, and this represents a near-perfect definition! Innovation describes the concept of creating new ideas and in a sense entails “inventiveness”. For instance, as an innovative student, a person studies in […]

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November 1, 2022

Fostering a Growth Mindset

By: Moira Du Most people understand the importance of a good mindset. When something unfortunate happens to you, most people respond with “look on the bright side” or “think positive”. This is evidence enough that most people can comprehend what a good mindset can help you accomplish. The problem lies in knowing what mindset you […]

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October 15, 2022

College Essay Tips

By Nabiha Hoque Going into college after spending so many years in high school can be a big and scary change! With college application deadlines slowly creeping up, you must do all your research before it’s too late. That means picking out colleges you like and reading all the application requirements. Part of the college […]

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October 9, 2022

What You Should Know About the Growth Mindset

By Ritvik Ellendula Growth Mindset Defined  What does it mean to grow? Google defines growth as the process of increasing in physical size. However, in terms of a growth mindset, this refers to a state of mind, focusing on learning rather than performance. Rather than increasing in physical size, one increases in wisdom and moral […]

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September 25, 2022

THE COMPREHENSIVE BACK-TO-SCHOOL GUIDE: READING LISTS AND MORE

By: Moira Du So, you’ve set your goals for the year. Now what? How do you take actionable steps to achieve those goals? Well, we have answers for you. It’s not going to be easy. Your goals are goals for a reason. You will not magically be a better student in one night. This will […]

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