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Building and fostering positive relationships with diverse students in…

Erick Herrmann Education

As virtual and hybrid instruction continue, positive relationships are pivotal in keeping students engaged in learning. By now, you have long established positive relationships with all of your students, and they are engaged in the learning process. The process of developing and building relationships with your students is ongoing, though, and we must continually foster, nurture, and celebrate these relationships, especially as we continue with virtual and distance learning. The following strategies will help to do just that. These strategies, while beneficial for all students, are especially important with culturally and linguistically diverse students.

Locating yourself in the places of greatest opportunity

Hank Boyer Business Management, Services & Risk Management

Are you being intentional about locating yourself in the place of greatest opportunity, or do you just let things happen to you? People who make things happen weren’t born that way, and they aren’t simply lucky. For the most part, people in this group are quite intentional in that they purposely locate themselves in the places of greatest opportunity so that they can capitalize when opportunity presents itself. Dig into the life of anyone who started in humble beginnings, became successful, and then sustained that success, and you’ll find someone who has learned the secret of hanging out in the places of greatest opportunity.

US economy gains 245,000 jobs; unemployment rate drops to 6.7%

Seth Sandronsky Business Management, Services & Risk Management

U.S. employers added 245,000 nonfarm jobs in November after 638,000 new hires in October and 661,000 in September, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. November’s unemployment rate dropped to 6.7% from October’s 6.9% and September’s 7.9%. The November federal jobs report reflects an easing of COVID-19 restrictions to slow coronavirus transmission, which have been unsuccessful as local and state governments resume restraints on gatherings of businesses and public places. November’s national nonfarm jobless rate has decreased 8.0 percentage points from an April high. However, November’s rate is 3.2 percentage points higher than February’s figure.

Optimizing your business’ ability to pivot

Indiana Lee Business Management, Services & Risk Management

2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, businesses and individuals alike. What makes it so unusual is that the impact has been universal. Every nation around the world has been impacted by COVID-19 and the economic uncertainty that followed. What has become clear is that companies need to be more agile and flexible than ever. You never know what challenges will come, and a business’s ability to pivot can mean the difference between success and failure. How do you optimize your company’s ability to stay competitive in challenging situations? Here are some tips you can use.

Quantitative risk analysis: Strengths and weaknesses

Dr. David Hillson Business Management, Services & Risk Management

Many people view quantitative risk analysis with a mixture of fear and awe. It’s clearly a very powerful technique in the risk professional’s toolkit, but it seems to be hard to use. As we decide whether it’s appropriate for us to include quantitative risk analysis in our risk approach, we should consider the strengths and weaknesses of this technique, so that we can make a balanced judgment.

How subscription-based marketing can be a key tool in your digital strategy

Lisa Mulcahy Marketing

As a digital/social media marketer, you know that an especially crucial task for your brand, as it moves through the pandemic and beyond, is customer retention. Your goal in this respect is to engage your existing demographic's interest in your products and services so they stay loyal and give you the repeat business you need. You also want to keep attracting new eyeballs to what you have on offer. An excellent way to accomplish all of this is with a subscription-based marketing strategy.

Study: Number of adults seeking additional education surges

Sheilamary Koch Education

Interest in pursuing additional education is greater now than prior to the pandemic, according to results of a recent poll. This trend foresees an exciting year ahead for the savvy education marketer, teacher or even prospective student. In a study of more than 1,200 adults by the higher education marketing and research firm SimpsonScarborough in conjunction with LinkedIn, 47% said their interest in furthering their education has increased since the onset of COVID-19 while 67% said they currently are actively researching education options and 53% plan to enroll within the next 6 months.

Making the most out of a virtual wellness retreat: Tips to stay present…

Gaurav Goomer Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

You have been working hard in both your professional and your personal life. Each year, you plan and look forward to some type of unique wellness retreat, but this year COVID-19 hit, preventing you from traveling to enjoy this sacred time for yourself. So, you found a virtual retreat that looks like it would be a great fit. However, when you travel, you escape the noise and business of home. Virtual retreats are different. It’s not as easy to put aside your home affairs or the distractions that take you away from rest and restoration. To garner the most out of your virtual wellness retreat from home, we have put together the following tips to consider.

Why the federal ban on diversity and inclusion training is bad for business

Simma Lieberman Business Management, Services & Risk Management

A September executive order by the White House bans diversity and inclusion training for the federal government as well as for contractors and anyone who does business with the federal government. The letter that accompanied the order calling for a halt to any scheduled diversity training described it as divisive, propaganda and unpatriotic. We live in a diverse society, our workplaces continue to be more diverse, and business continues to be global. In order to do business on a global level and provide the best products and services to a diverse customer base, organizations need to help their employees learn the right skills.

Infographic: The psychology behind naming your business

Demetrius Harrison Business Management, Services & Risk Management

A business isn't complete without a fitting name. Luckily, achieving a strong business name is only a few steps away. First, take the opportunity to mention any keywords and phrases in your brand's name. If you need help with this, think about how you do business, and who you do business for. Continuing on, consider how you will brand your business name, and check whether or not it's available on social media platforms. Find out more of the best steps to take with this infographic.

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