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Gap year: what does it get you?

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I read an article in my regional newspaper about young adults who consciously choose to take a gap year. “The coolest thing I have ever done”, “I really stepped out of my comfort zone”, “Good to do something where you get to know yourself better.”

A gap year has all kinds of manifestations. One person goes on a longer

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What makes a good leader? - Chapter 6

In most studies, it is assumed that leadership is something that is learned. Leaders' behaviors can be divided into two broad categories: initiating structure and consideration. A takeaway of this chapter is that leaders need to be flexible and adapt to both followers and the situation they are in. In order to addapt to the situation, leaders should follow the next steps:

  1. Assess the individual differences of your followers in terms of abilities and motivation.
  2. Assess the situation. 
  3. Pay attention to follower behaviors and take corrective actions and apply rewards as suggested by the full-range model of leadership.
  4. Assess the moral component of every leadership decision you make. 
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What is a MOOC?

I am a big fan of open source online courses, accessible for anyone interested in learning about new subjects anywhere and anytime suitable to oneself. The best thing: a great deal of these courses are offered for free! In my opinion, education should be available for anyone, without (high) costs attached!

The community and parties offering so called MOOCs is growing by the day. One of the more popular and wide spread databases for open online courses is called Coursera, but there are many others to be named. You can find a list here >

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What makes a good leader? - Chapter 6

In most studies, it is assumed that leadership is something that is learned. Leaders' behaviors can be divided into two broad categories: initiating structure and consideration. A takeaway of this chapter is that leaders need to be flexible and adapt to both followers and the situation they are in. ...

Assessment, Careers, and Business - Chapter 15 - Cohen - 2018

Summary of Assessment, Careers, and Business - Chapter 15 - Cohen - 2018. A whole world of tests is available to help in various phases of career choice. Historically, one variable considered closely related to occupational fulfillment and success is personal interests.

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What is a MOOC?

I am a big fan of open source online courses, accessible for anyone interested in learning about new subjects anywhere and anytime suitable to oneself. The best thing: a great deal of these courses are offered for free! In my opinion, education should be available for anyone, without (high) costs at...

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What makes a good leader? - Chapter 6

In most studies, it is assumed that leadership is something that is learned. Leaders' behaviors can be divided into two broad categories: initiating structure and consideration. A takeaway of this chapter is that leaders need to be flexible and adapt to both followers and the situation they are in. ...

Assessment, Careers, and Business - Chapter 15 - Cohen - 2018

Summary of Assessment, Careers, and Business - Chapter 15 - Cohen - 2018. A whole world of tests is available to help in various phases of career choice. Historically, one variable considered closely related to occupational fulfillment and success is personal interests.

  • What are the measur...

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