Standing Out in a New Career - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Standing Out in a New Career - Introvert Whisperer Standing Out in a New Career Starting a new job can be daunting, especially if it’s the next step (or even scarier, the first step) of a career you’re trying to build for yourself. After all, this could be your financial future and your steps in establishing a professional life for yourself! It’s only natural to feel nervous â€" you don’t have to feel bad for that or out of place. It’s completely normal. However, so many people enter new work-life situations and unfortunately get stuck in a rut of simply working for their next paycheck. That does not have to be you. You should always be trying to do better â€" to get ahead and carve out the best life you can. This will require standing out in your new job, but don’t worry! The first step is being aware of how you can do this. Here are some ways to stand out in your new career and to get ahead. Stay Social The networking that you undoubtedly did before landing this job doesn’t stop when you get hired. Building relationships will forever be important in any profession, and it’s your job to put yourself in those situations. Yes, it may change a bit once you find yourself comfortable and secure in a new job, but don’t become too comfortable and secure. Attend events and put yourself into situations in order to meet new people and network. Make your new career routine one that commonly puts you on to the radars of those who can help you advance. Additionally, being social like this will make you look good at work too. Being active online may actually be a way to show your personality to your employers and new professional connections. While it’s also important to maintain a sense of professionalism on your public profiles, it’s also important to show off how you interact with people outside of work. Showing consistency in who you are at work as well as outside of it may prove your worthiness to handle new social situations in a different company position, should you apply for a new job as well. So stay social, ponyboy. Be an Asset Your employers hired you because they are under the impression that you will be good for their company and will do the job well. Prove them right. Be the kind of employee that the company needs â€" they should be better off with you than without you, and never neutral. Do your job well; go the extra mile. And bring your fellow employees up. Without overdoing your enthusiasm, keep in mind that a good attitude is infectious. Besides, motivating other employees may in turn motivate you, and keeping a relationship of gratitude, praise, and constructive criticism open between you and your co-workers may not only increase how much you get done but improve how you do it. Of course, you’ve probably experienced the opposite of an asset employee. Maybe you’ve even been that employee. What some may call a “toxic employee,” you may know as an apathetic or lazy co-worker. These people don’t often stick around, and if they do, they have a tendency to bring those around them down. They will never move up in a company. If you want to excel, then set out to be the opposite. A “non-toxic employee,” as exemplified in an infographic by Rymax Marketing Agency, may be defined someone who shares the same values as the company, shows long-term potential, and is ultimately healthy for others to be around. They communicate well with others and have enthusiasm for what they do. They own their work. So ask yourself: Do you have pride in your work, or is it merely for the paycheck? Self-Improvement You know what really helps you stay ahead of the cut? Improving your career involves sharpening your skills and going the extra mile. You’re never too old or experienced to learn new things or change the way you do things. It’s important to constantly be pushing yourself to get better. Your employers will notice, and it will be important for the next step in your career with them. This isn’t a call for you to put yourself at risk. Sometimes, people put work before personal health, and it takes its toll. If you find your physical and mental health declining due to your new job, don’t be afraid to reset and get healthy. In the long run, this will hurt your performance, because you won’t be recharged and healthy enough to improve to the extent you could otherwise. So stay ahead of the weather â€" you’ll need to to do your best. How have you stood out in a new career? We would love to hear about it â€" chime off in the comments below! Author Bio: Frankie Wallace is a freelance writer from Boise, Idaho and contributes to a wide variety of blogs online. Wallace writes about many different topics, from education to the environment. Go to top Do you know what your next career step is?  Many people don’t. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook on how to construct your Career SMART Goals â€" that will help you put together your actions and keep you accountable. Get your copy now and start your action plan today! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

Watch Out! 16 Spanish Words That Easily Fool New Learners

Watch Out! 16 Spanish Words That Easily Fool New Learners Madalyn Danielson Beginners, take note! There are several words in Spanish that deceive English-speaking learners. Here, Fairfax, CA tutor Jason N.  explains what this means for your learning, and some of the words to watch out for No wonder you want to learn Spanish! Its the undisputed second language of California, and the United States for that matter. In 10 years, it could even be the most commonly spoken language in this country. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that Los Angeles, for example, is 53% Latin American and growing. That means that if youre Caucasian or born in this country, you could be an English-speaking minority. Luckily, English and Spanish have similar roots; both highly influenced by their origin language, Latin, although Spanish more so. If you are a native English-speaker, this clearly facilitates learning Spanish as a second language. For instance, many words in English, such as ‘active’ or ‘car’, are surprisingly similar in Spanish (activo  and carro). It’s easy to assume here, “Wow! Spanish is easy! You just add an ‘o’ to the English word!” If only it were that simple. Unfortunately, this pattern can be deceptive, as many words in Spanish that seem familiar actually arent at all. These are called false cognates or false friends, words that appear the same across languages due to their similarity in form, but actually have different roots and entirely different meanings. Related: 75 Helpful Spanish Cognates to Know   Here are several examples: Familiar  in Spanish actually means familial or family-related, not familiar. Largo  in Spanish actually means long, not large. Realizar  in Spanish actually means to do in English, not to realize. Recordar  in Spanish actually means ‘to remember’ or ‘to remind (depending on the context), instead of ‘to record. Grabar  in Spanish actually means ‘to record,’ not ‘to grab.’ Soportar  in Spanish actually means to tolerate, not ‘to support,’ in English. Working with a Spanish tutor can help you watch out for these little traps. Now, test yourself: Why Work With a Tutor? False cognates are not easy to learn or to memorize, yet they are ubiquitous in Spanish. Unfortunately, many native English-speakers learning Spanish commonly use them incorrectly without realizing it, and therefore are frequently misunderstood by Spanish-speakers. Even I, an experienced Spanish tutor, still continue to discover new false cognates despite speaking, reading, writing, and listening to Spanish almost daily for over 10 years. A Spanish tutor can help you or your son or daughter become aware of these essential subtleties and bolster your language acumen in a way that studying alone cannot so you understand more and can speak and write in ways that native speakers can better understand. Jason N. tutors in English and Spanish in Fairfax, CA.  He majored in Spanish at UC Davis, lived in Mexico for 3 years where he completed a Masters degree in Counseling, and studied Spanish Literature and Psychology at the University of Costa Rica. Learn more about Jason here!   Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Kevin OMara

How to Teach Children the Drums

How to Teach Children the Drums How to Get Kids Started with Drumming ChaptersIs There an Ideal Age to Start Learning to Play Drums?Why Should Children Learn the Drums?Which Drums Should Children Play?Drum Lessons for Children“Everybody is a Genius. But If You Judge a Fish by Its Ability to Climb a Tree, It Will Live Its Whole Life Believing that It is Stupid.”A lot of children choose to start learning a musical instrument when they’re in primary school.  Becoming a drummer takes work and regular practice. A child who wants to learn how to play the drums (and their parents) should be aware of this.There are a lot of benefits to learning to play the drums as long as you learn them in the right way.So when should a child start learning to play the drums? Which drums should they choose? Do they need to take children’s drum classes?In this article, we’re going to have a look at the answers to these very questions.A fusion or jazzette kit will be better than a rock kit, which can have a 22” bass drum.I recommend having a look at the second-hand market to find a good drum kit for less. Thus, you won’t have invested too much money if your child decides to give up after just a few lessons. There are plenty of second-hand websites like eBay, Craigslist, and Gumtree.Drum Lessons for ChildrenA child won’t be able to teach themselves to teach the drums. They need to be guided and encouraged in order to improve their skills and progress.Drummers can benefit a lot from joining a band. (Source: StockSnap)Thus, they’ll need drum lessons. There are a number of different options:Playing drums with a private drum tutor: a private tutor will know, from the very first drum lessons, exactly how to help your child to improve their drumming by working with their strengths and weaknesses. They’ll come to your house, saving you precious time! However, the child is alone. They won’t be able to share their experience with other musicians whether they’re learning drums, guitar, bass, or piano.Learning drums in a conservatoire: while t he drums aren’t the most popular instrument learnt by students at conservatoires, children can learn how to play classical drums or jazz drums in these prestigious music schools. By the age of 6 or 7, the child will have chosen their instrument and will be well into their studies after a few years. They can improve and go through their grades.Joining a music school: A music school can sometimes cost quite a bit. However, the teaching is more flexible. Your child can meet other musicians and share their experience with other children and experienced musicians. It’s also the perfect place to practise without annoying everyone in the house and the neighbours!For private lessons, you can expect to pay between £15 and £30 per hour, several hundred pounds for a year at a conservatoire or a music school. If you're sold on getting your child private drum tutorials, then you should have a look at some of the private tutors available on Superprof. You can search by musical instrument an d by location.If you can't find any tutors near you, don't forget that there are also online private tutors who can teach your child over webcam. While this can be quite difficult for drums, with an electronic drum kit, you'll be surprised what's possible online. In fact, nowadays, almost any skill can be taught over webcam.Drums are the perfect instrument to unwind, have fun, learn more about music, improve your memory, and gain discipline.Is your child ready to start learning how to play this demanding and fascinating instrument?

The Second World War

The Second World War An Analysis of World War II ChaptersPrelude to the Second World WarThe European TheaterWar in the PacificWorld War II: ConclusionsThis war, that took place less than 100 years ago, that irrevocably changed the socio-political alignment of virtually every single nation, whose impacts are felt still today, is one of the most studied events in human history.Curiously enough, for all of the focus on it, there is substantial disagreement over which event actually started the global conflict, and when.One prominent British historian, Alan J. P. Taylor posits that the European and Sino-Japanese wars started at the same time and merged in 1941.Antony Beevor, another British historian, pins the actual starting date of this global conflict to the battles fought by Japan against Mongol and Russian forces along the Russian border, at Khalkhyn Gol, that started in May 1939.One last, prominent postulate dates the start of the second World War to the second round of fighting between Italy and Ethiopia that started on October 3rd, 1935.At that time, many countries were still reeling from the effects of the Great Depression and thoughts of war most likely came second to survival and rebuilding economies.Seen from that perspective, some might think it odd that the one European country that suffered the most from the Depression would author the bloodiest war of all time.Conventional analysis puts the actual start of the Second World War in Europe on September 1st, 1939, the date of Poland’s invasion by Nazi forces.That event and date will be our springboard as we launch ourselves into the examination of tactics and weaponry, alliances and innovations that cost so many lives and changed humankind forever.Thus it would be understandable that, while Germany remained reviled, the world’s focus was not necessarily on its manoeuvering at all times.This is a critical aspect of developments of the war in Europe the would shape postwar policy and politics for years to come.Elsewhere in the world...The Russian Ci vil War, a raged for five years (1917-22)The Finnish civil war lasted just under a year (1918)The Polish border conflict carried on for decades against the CzechsThe War of the Insane in Indochina took up most France’s military might and money, followed shortly thereafter by the Franco-Syrian War (1920)By no means were only European lands so embroiled. However, our abbreviated list shows that all of Germany’s neighbours were otherwise engaged; nobody had the resources to monitor German goings-on.What about Great Britain during that interwar period?We had our own troubles: the Malabar Uprising, the Ikhwan Revolt, the Cyprus Revolt...All told, hardly anyone raised an eyebrow when Germany annexed Austria. That mild reaction possibly led Hitler to believe he could simply take any land he wanted, through political bullying or by force.Those same tactics were evident when the Crown attempted to maintain control of the American colonies, some 300 years before...During the London Blitz, tube stations served as air raid shelters Source: WikipediaThe European TheaterAfter several false flag incidents along the German-Polish border, the actual invasion of Poland took place in the form of a battle. Polish forces held out for seven days against a multi-pronged assault that included naval warfare.Great Britain immediately served Germany with an ultimatum to cease all military activity; 48 hours later, France, Australia and New Zealand joined the UK in declaring war against Germany because no reply to the ultimatum was given.Although none of those allies provided direct support to Poland, they set up a naval blockade intended to limit supply routes, and thus the war. Germany responded by attacking the various fleets with submarines, kicking off the Battle of the Atlantic.On land, once the Wehrmacht reached Warsaw, Russia entered Poland from the east. They did not consider that an invasion, reasoning that Poland had fallen and therefore was up for grabs.After dividing Pol and with Russia, Hitler extended an offer of peace to France and the UK but insisted that Poland would remain under German an Soviet control. The French and British unanimously rejected those terms.Were it not for bad weather, Hitler’s attack on France would have been immediate.His troops circumvented the Maginot line in May of 1940. Total surrender came just six weeks later.Meanwhile, Russia, seemingly emboldened by Nazi audacity, swiftly annexed Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia. The Finns were not so keen on Russian invasion; they fought mightily and ended their conflict with minimum casualties.You might think that Russia’s emulation of Nazi tactics would lead to an alliance but they could not agree on salient points an ultimately turned on one another.That left Germany fighting a two-front war  with a lone ally.The Hitler-Mussolini bromance was founded on their mutual desire to have the entire world submit to their leadership so they imagined a Berlin-to-Rome axis around which g lobal policy would revolve.The name Axis Powers  is derived from that imaginary line.Want to learn more about what life was like in Nazi Germany?War in the PacificOut of fear of becoming colonised by Western powers, as China had been, and a need for raw resources not found on its archipelago, Japan was intent on dominating the Pacific.To that end, Japanese forces had invaded China two years before the war in Europe had begun although neither country had formally declared war on the other.The Japanese then went further abroad, launching surprise attacks on European colonies: Malaya, Singapore, Hong Kong and the Philippines.From there, with their aircraft carriers and fleets of aeroplanes, it was no great stretch to engage the United States through a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor.The Japanese managed something even Winston Churchill couldn’t do...Whereas the Americans had been supporting Allied war efforts through civilian and monetary contributions, Japan’s attack on their Paci fic outpost forced their hand: they were now compelled to join in the fighting alongside the Allied Powers.Newly-elected British Prime Minister Clement Attlee alongside American president Truman and Soviet leader Stalin in Potsdam Source: Wikipedia, via American National ArchivesWorld War II: ConclusionsThe Battle of Midway proved decisive but the end of Japanese aggression came only after the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The Japanese signed the formal surrender on September 2nd, 1945.Although Hitler’s death on April 30th, 1945 is generally considered the end of hostilities in Europe, Germany capitulated in an unconditional surrender on May 8th.And, for years afterwards, many countries lived under austerity measures while rebuilding their cities, their economy; their lives...In essence, the bloodiest war in history comes down to two factions, the Allies and the Axis powers  consisting of Germany, Italy and Japan, duking it out for supremacy at the cost of millions of casualt ies.Not just the ones who perished in bombing raids and in concentration camps, as dark a stain on humanity as they were, but those who suffered under Mussolini’s fascist regime and those who perished in the Nanking massacre.Lessons learned: Germany, having caused both world wars, was not to be left unsupervised.The Potsdam Conference determined that the French, British and American armed forces would occupy the country and they did so for the next 45 years. The seat of power, Berlin, would also be divided into four sectors.The Soviets, a member of that alliance, were also charged with occupying German territory.However, they took that measure too far, claiming fully half of Berlin along with the share of Germany assigned them at the Yalta Conference and promptly annexed it as their own territory.That caused The Allies to turn against the Soviets, ushering in the Cold War.Also as a result of this second global war, the Allied powers joined up to form the North Atlantic Treaty Orga nisation in 1949. Today, this defence pact includes 29 nations.This is obviously a very simplistic breakdown, along lines of power and regions of influence that completely omits the North African campaign, the Italian campaign, the Mediterranean and Middle East campaign...Nor does it say anything about the giant leaps in science, technology and military intelligence gathering.Alan Turing improved on Enigma, a code-breaking machine that greatly advanced the field of cryptanalysisThe tank, primarily a support of infantry troops in WW1, became a main component of ground fightingNaturally, that led to more powerful guns, capable of destroying tanks.Ernest Rutherford split the atom in 1917 but it is Enrico Fermi who is credited with the creation of the atomic bomb.Women contributed heavily toward the war effort; even today, Rosie the Riveter is a symbol of female empowerment.Out of the ashes came a lot of good... but what a terrible heap of ashes the second World War was!Read more about historic events that changed the flavour of politics and economics around the world...

Law Scholarships

Law Scholarships The Best Law Scholarships ChaptersUniversity Scholarships in the UKInternational Scholarships for Law StudiesThe legal profession is as old as civilisation itself: the Romans established many of the premises and guidelines that lawyers and courts follow still today.To say nothing of legalese: a substantial portion of legal terms in use today are in Latin!For those most altruistic and those most committed to upholding and shaping the rules that govern society, law school is their next inevitable step, after sitting (and scoring satisfactorily on) their A-Levels.The only problem is that a law education comes very dear. Were it not for financial aid, only those who could afford the expense would become lawyers, and that would undermine the very spirit of the law!The law represents every human equally and so, must consist of a body as diverse as the society it represents.If you are considering a career in law but are stymied by the steep tuition fees, perhaps applying for scholarships and grants would help ease y our mind and your wallet of strain over finances.In that spirit, your Superprof has set about finding the best law scholarships and grants, whether you will study law in the UK or abroad.scholarship page, you will find all of the information you need regarding financial aid: how to apply for it, how much aid is available to you at your level of studies, and they even present you with a budget calculator so that you can manage your school funds better.If you are considering studying law on that campus and want to find what student aid is available to you, it would be worth your while reading up on the scholarships available through them.Conversely, whether you have recently enroled, are working on your LLM or pressing on toward your Doctorate in law, you will find plenty of resources to make the most out of the funds you have and the monies they’ve awarded you.If you live in the Tees Valley region, you may qualify for the John Bloom Law Bursary.There are three caveats to this progr amme:you must live within the Tees Valley regionyou must come from a background of modest means.you must maintain a perfect A average throughout the length of your studies.The intent behind the Bursary is to provide disadvantaged students desiring to study law the opportunity to do so.Check out our guide to the different types of law to see what kind of lawyer you wish to become.The award, disbursed over three years, totals £6000.Planning for your financial aid year on year is a good idea Source: Pixabay Credit: TumisuIf you’ve moved beyond any undergraduate scholarship program at Trinity College and plan to enrol in their LLM programme, you may qualify for their Henry Arthur Hollond Studentship in Law.In fact, they offer a range of competitive funding programmes for those entering graduate studies and those at Doctorate level in law, among them the Hollond-Whittaker Research Studentship.They also have studentships for French students and students from around the world!No worries , English Law scholar; we’ll discover what international study programmes are in place for you in a later segment.Another scholarship opportunity you might want to look into is the Dickson Poon Law Scholarship programme for undergraduates at King’s College.Not only do they have a page dedicated to the financial support of their students but they offer hardship grants to qualified scholars as well as bursary programmes for postgraduates!Whether you are in Leeds, Liverpool or Bristol â€" or any of the other eight cities in England that has a University of Law, you may benefit from their undergraduate scholarships and bursaries.Scholarships awards are made based on a combination of need and of academic excellence. Any student coming from a household of £25,000 or less per year may apply for this student financial aid, and there are several scholarships to choose from.Finally, we highlight scholarship opportunities at the University of Birmingham for both domestic and international students of law.These are merit-based scholarships, so the harder you study and the better your grades, the greater the award you stand to earn.Also, writing a strong, persuasive, effective personal statement will go a long way toward swaying a decision in your favour.Naturally, we are not able to cover all of the scholarship programs available to law students in the UK; the ones we feature are standouts among the many academic scholarships available to students everywhere in our country.If you are contemplating enroling in any law programme, be sure to ask if your school of choice offers any foundation scholarships, academic scholarships or if they offer any financial award for academic achievement.If you manage to get hired by one of the most prestigious law firms out there, you will probably be able to reimburse your student loan quickly.International Scholarships for Law StudiesEspecially if you intend to specialise in immigration law or international law, business law or contr act law, it would be beneficial to you to spend a semester or two abroad, studying law in other countries.An education in law being an expensive proposition as it is, how could anyone conceive of spending a whole academic year in another country?Tuition and living costs, and enough money to make the most of the experience...Fortunately, depending on where you wish to broaden your knowledge of the law, you may qualify for any number of merit scholarships or other student scholarships that aren’t necessarily merit-based.For example, the HM Hubbard Law Scholarship is available to students in England and Wales who wish to study abroad.If you are a postgraduate law student wishing to study law in France, Spain or Canada, you may qualify for a disbursement of up to £28,000 for your travel and living expenses.You have to hurry, though: the deadline for applying for the 2019/20 academic year is the 30th of November!My law tutor London helped me secure scholarship money...Often, the deadl ine for scholarship applications is up to a year before the start of school! Source: Pixabay Credit: GeraltIf you are drawn to the emerging field of Bioethics and Biolaw, Erasmus has a programme for you!Considering the advances in medical and research technology, the question of ethics is constant: cloning and DNA replication in the lab, stem cell research and usage, and gene suppression â€" the science behind the so-called ‘designer babies’...Maybe the Information and Communications field appeals to you more. Erasmus offers an ICT law programme to students from all over the world.For all that these study programmes are far-reaching, the recently revamped scholarship application process is much like other scholarship candidacies required of every international student.You will have to write a concise personal statement and demonstrate need, along with a few other criteria, for qualification.If you are not interested in defending ethically challenging premises â€" perhaps you wis h to practice tort law or family law, you may head to the U.S. and benefit from their many scholarship programmes.Admittedly, the best scholarships are open only to citizens of that country; nevertheless, there are plenty of opportunities for you to partake of such financial aid. Most importantly, the National Bar Institute offers second-year law students a Law Student Fellowship. Your best chance at earning such an award would be to demonstrate a commitment to social issues, especially those that impact the underprivileged.You might know that the National Bar Association and the American Bar Association are the two national representative organisations of the legal profession.Membership at the Bar is voluntary; nevertheless, every American attorney must pass the Bar exam in order to be qualified to serve as an attorney at law. It’s all a bit confusing but, should you attend law school in America, you may qualify for a foundation scholarship or a grant, depending on the school you attend and your need.For further information on financial aid and eligibility requirements for international students in America, you may refer to their International Students page.Lawyers also give back to the community by taking on some pro-bono cases now and then.Financial aid helps balance the scales of justice for students in need Source: Pixabay Credit: Moritz320Contrary to America's restrictive financial assistance programs, Australia’s University of New South Wales specifically outlines scholarship awards for international students undertaking their Juris Doctor programme.Application for scholarship awards consists of an essay and an interview, and awards are based on both need and merit.If you are not yet ready to study at Doctorate level, you may be interested in University of Newcastle’s LLM scholarship programme.This school too reserves a portion of their scholarship monies for students of other countries in financial need.If you have progressed beyond the graduate stage, they also offer a JD programme, complete with financial aid! In closing, we leave you with a few tips you may find helpful when you apply for scholarships:Don’t limit yourself to only grants and scholarships you think you qualify for; apply for everything â€" you never know what you might get.As soon as you decide on your school and study programme, apply quickly: award money runs out fastDon’t let lengthy, convoluted application processes scare you off! You stand a better chance at earning an award by undergoing a process that another applicant might turn away from.Get personal: the point of a personal statement is for the awarding body to get a sense of the person they grant money to.Don’t tell them what you think they want to hear; tell them what you want to say.One final bit of advice: watch out for scholarship scams! Sad to say that such traps are out there; if in doubt about any programme, please check with your law tutors, prospective school or other authority to verify the offer is legitimate.And then, once you’ve earned your law degree thanks to generous disbursements, you can spend your career putting scammers away!

SAT Spotlight- Current Vs. Redesigned SAT

SAT Spotlight- Current Vs. Redesigned SAT SAT Spotlight Current Vs. Redesigned SAT The College Board will roll out a totally redesigned SAT in spring 2016. What exactly is changing? Heres a side-by-side comparison: Current SAT Redesigned SAT Total Testing Time 3 hours and 45 minutes 3 hours without essay 3 hours 50 minutes with essay (optional) Components Critical Reading Writing Mathematics Essay (required) Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Reading Test Writing and Language Test Math (calculator and No calculator) Essay (optional) Section Length Reading Writing Essay Math Total 67 questions 49 questions 1 question 54 questions 171 questions 52 questions 44 questions 1 question 57 questions 154 questions with Essay Important Features Emphasis on general reasoning skills Emphasis on vocabulary, often in limited contexts Complex scoring (a point for a correct answer and a deduction for an incorrect answer; blank responses have no impact on scores) Emphasis on reasoning. Clearer, stronger focus on the knowledge, skills and understandings most important for college and career readiness Greater emphasis on the meaning of words in extended contexts and on how word choice shapes meaning, tone and impact Rights-only scoring (a point for a correct answer but no deduction for an incorrect answer; blank responses have no impact on scores) Essay Required and given at the beginning of the SAT 25 minutes Tests writing skills; students take a position on a presented issue Optional and given at the end of the SAT (colleges determine whether they will require the essay) 50 minutes Tests reading, analysis and writing skills; students produce a written analysis of a provided source text Score Reporting Scale range: 600 to 2400 200 to 800 for Critical Reading 200 to 800 for Mathematics 200 to 800 for Writing Essay results scaled to multiple-choice Writing Scale range: 400 to 1600 200 to 800 for Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 200 to 800 for Math 2 to 8 on each of three traits for Essay Essay results reported separately Subscore Reporting None Subscores for every test, providing insight for students, parents, admission officers, educators, and counselors

2018 Official Guide to the GMAT Review Series Problem #167 (Back solving Variable in Choices)

2018 Official Guide to the GMAT Review Series Problem #167 (Back solving Variable in Choices) GMAT MBA Admissions Blog in this series, one of our most experienced GMAT tutors, John Easter, applies useful strategies to answer questions from the 2018 Official Guide. Problem #167 of the 2018 Official Guide to the GMAT states that four extra-large sandwiches of exactly the same size were ordered for m students where m4. Three of the sandwiches were evenly divided among the students. Since 4 students did not want any of the fourth sandwich, it was evenly divided among the remaining students. If Carol ate one piece from each of the four sandwiches, the amount of sandwich that she ate would be what fraction of a whole extra-large sandwich? (A) (m+4)/(m(m-4) (B) (2m-4)/(m(m-4)) (C) (4m-4)/(m(m-4)) (D) (4m-8)/(m(m-4)) (E) (4m-12)/(m(m-4)) It's a VIC (variables in choices), and there is only one variable, so, obviously, it's time to back-solve! STEP 1: Pick a nice value for m that is greater than 4. This is our pick. Anything should work, so let's say m = 6. STEP 2: Solve the problem when m = 6. The result is our target number. So, six students divided three sandwiches equally. That means each of these students got1/6 of each of three sandwiches. Now, because 4 students didn't want any of the last sandwich is was divided equally between the other 2 students, one of whom was Carol. So, Carol ate 1/6 of each of the three sandwiches that everyone shared and1/2 of the forth sandwich. Carol ate 1/6 + 1/6 + 1/6 + 1/2 sandwiches. That's 1 sandwich. So, our target number is 1. STEP 3: Plug our pick into the answer choices until we find our target number. A nice thing to notice is that all of our answers have the same denominator: m(m-4). If we plug 6 into that denominator we get 12. Since our target number is 1, we only need to find an answer with a numerator equal to 12. (A) 6 + 4 = 10. Nope (B) 2(6) - 4 = 8. Nope (C) 4(6) - 4 = 20. Nope (D) 4(6) - 8 = 16. Nope (E) 4(6) - 12 = 12. Yep The correct answer is E. An important caveat - this pick worked really well, but it's always possible that more than one answer will turn your pick into your target number. It's rare, but it can happen. If it does happen, don't panic. Pick a new number and try it on the answers that produced your target number. One of them will work and the others probably won't. If, by some chance, more than one answer still produces your target number, rinse and repeat. Now you try this problem with your own pick. About the Author John Easter is one of MyGuru’s longest tenured and most experienced GMAT tutors. He is also the founder of Owl Test Prep, another great source for GMAT advice.

6 Certifications To Add To Your Resume to Give It A Boost

6 Certifications To Add To Your Resume to Give It A Boost Photo Via: pixabay.com 1. HR Certifications Just because the position you are applying to isn’t an HR opening doesn’t mean that an HR certification isn’t useful. In fact, HR certifications are some of the highest regarded in the business world. Human resources is a department on its own, but the knowledge is universal, meaning every industry (for the most part) shares the same, common standards in terms of their business practices. For that reason, having a strong background/knowledge in HR as well as those endorsements on your resume is without a doubt in your best interest and will likely set you apart from the competition. 2. Project Management Certifications Again, regardless of the position you are applying to, project management certifications are so important to include on your resume. Any department head wants to bring on somebody that is capable of taking on a management position, either down the road or immediately, and having a project management certification on your resume demonstrates your readiness to do this, even if your job experience doesn’t quite yet. Project management is another item that spans across industry and position, so no matter what you are applying to, it’s going to be relevant. 3. Software Certifications When it comes to applying to a position, you typically will list out your experience with different software and other technical components. That being said, if you’re able to endorse those skills with certifications, you’ve just set your resume further apart from the competition. Many employers want an individual that’s tech savvy and that is capable of using similar software that is used by the company itself, so if you can list that experience and include a certification that demonstrates your knowledge, they are going to have very few questions as to whether or not you could quickly catch up with their systems. 4. Marketing Certifications Slightly less universal, but still ultimately useful, marketing certifications are a strong addition to any resume. While they do work better for certain positions over others, it’s a good resume addition no matter what. While these certifications aren’t as important as some of the above, these certifications do demonstrate your ability to connect with a brand or company and to promote it from within. So while this is best for those seeking marketing positions, this is a useful certification as well that gives your resume that slight boost that you’ve been looking for. 5. Sales Certifications Again, you don’t have to work in a sales position in order for a sales certification to be considered useful. Sales, at its core, has to do with promoting something: either your company, a position, a product or service, etc. Therefore, no matter the position you are applying to, having this experience highlighted in your resume is going to be useful, universally. If you and a candidate are similar in every single way except that you have certifications in sales, an employer may be more likely to consider your candidacy for an interview, simply due to the increased experience, no matter how slight. 6. Technology Certifications Last, but not at all least, boosting your resume with technology related certifications is one of the best things that you can do. Nowadays, employers are seeking employees that are technologically savvy and that can demonstrate their abilities in their day to day role. Whether you have highly regarded capabilities (i.e. HTML experience) or more common knowledge (i.e. certifications with certain platforms), this experience is worth highlighting on your resume, and the more certifications you can associate with that knowledge, the better off you are. Basically, it comes down to how well you can sell yourself on paper, and certifications are a fantastic way to do that. Again, building a resume is a challenge, but it’s essential to your candidacy for any given position. So where do you begin in boosting your resume outside of your job experience? Always begin with certifications, as these not only demonstrate your ability to learn, but also showcase your strengths and willingness to expand your horizons. There are so many certifications out there and available for your perusal, but these six are a great starting point. Good luck and happy resume building!