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I have had a couple of interesting experiences recently which has prompted me to throw a couple of pointers when dealing with potential new clients: PICK UP THE PHONE. More often than not, if you do not pick up, I am going to go to the next name on the list, and if I must leave a message, do not make me wait too long before I hear back from you. SARCASM IS NEVER APPRECIATED. I am calling because I am researching information about whether your business can help me or not, so do not assume I researched you at this point or even know where you are located. PLEASE KNOW WHAT YOUR COMPETITORS ARE CHARGING SO YOU CAN COMPETE. Also, do not try and leave me with open ended prices after I have given you specifics because that will immediately rule you out. BE POLITE! You are trying to earn my business, so at least talk to me like you are interested in hearing what I have to say, try to pronounce my name correctly (ask if you cannot); just act like you care. Seems funny that someone ...
There is enough documented evidence out there that shows students who take hand-written notes retain more than those who use a computer. http://www.psychologicalscience.org/index.php/news/releases/take-notes-by-hand-for-better-long-term-comprehension.html http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/next/body/taking-notes-by-hand-could-improve-memory-wt/ There are also enough studies out there that suggest student’s ability to spell is getting worse because of reliance on spellcheck versus simply learning to spell. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/educationnews/9280203/Over-reliance-on-technology-is-undermining-spelling-skills.html http://public.wsu.edu/~brians/errors/spellcheck.html Imagine you see your favorite movie star or sports hero, and you want an autograph: can your tablet or smartphone be used as a pen? What happens if you need to write something down quickly and your electronic device is powered down or out of power? Now back to the problem of education; my p...
Every few years, we see new “buzz words” being promoted in the workplace, and even more so in the education industry. In no particular order or reason, here are a few: · Disruptive · 360 reviews · Best practices · Consensus · Common core · Cooperative learning · Standards · Efficacy Etc. Right now, the current trendy buzzword or buzz phrase is “ diversity, equity, and inclusion ”. I see many companies hiring for those positions, I see these words being incorporated in mission plans, action plans, and so many other areas. Diversity, equity, and inclusion: seems like a great idea, right? But how many companies are a...
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