Day: December 8, 2023
7 Ways to Build a Strong Professional Network
Building strong professional connections is vital for business and job success. Even if you have the right skills and education, a lack of personal networks can slow down your career growth. Networking can be tough for introverted individuals or those worried about asking too much from others. However, it’s essential to remember that networking doesn’t […]
Read MoreHow Important is Eye Contact in Communication
Making eye contact serves as a powerful nonverbal form of communication, expressing interest and respect while contributing to the establishment of credibility and trust. Determining the right amount of eye contact can be challenging. Questions arise: How much is too little or too much? Where should your gaze focus during eye contact? Are there distinct […]
Read More5 Things Everyone Should know about Eye Contact
If you notice your eyes frequently looking away during social interactions or if social anxiety is a challenge, implement these five tips to enhance and increase your eye contact. Learn how to maintain consistent eye contact throughout an entire conversation with these practical strategies. Imagine this: you actively engage in a kind of eye-contact training […]
Read MoreHow to Identify and Help Students Avoid Unintentional Plagiarism
Universities worldwide are grappling with a surge in academic misconduct, with plagiarism causing a major stir. According to a survey by Scientists, 75 percent of college educators highlight students’ struggles with plagiarism and citation issues. Why are students resorting to plagiarism? Some attribute it to the stress of distance learning, while others point fingers at […]
Read MoreHow to Multitask Effectively as a College Student
During your college years, mastering multitasking becomes a valuable skill. Many students not only handle academic responsibilities but also juggle part-time jobs, pursue passion projects, engage in hobbies, prioritize mental health, and more. The college environment necessitates effective time management, deeming time a precious resource. Balancing numerous tasks proves undeniably challenging, given the perpetual abundance […]
Read MoreSingapore International Graduate Award for the 2024/25 Academic Year
The call for applications is currently open for the Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) for the 2024–25 academic year. The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a collaboration between the Agency for Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR), the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), the National University of Singapore (NUS), the Singapore University of Technology and Design […]
Read MoreLecturer Positions in Economics, Econometrics, or Finance
The Department of Economics, Econometrics, and Finance of the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) of the University of Groningen, the Netherlands, is seeking lecturers in economics, econometrics, and finance. The Department of Economics, Econometrics, and Finance (EEF) is responsible for teaching courses in many BSc and MSc programs offered by the Faculty on topics […]
Read MorePhD in Accounting at the University of Amsterdam
The Amsterdam Business School at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) is seeking ambitious and enthusiastic candidates for a fully-funded PhD in Accounting position to conduct impactful accounting research. Accounting research deals with a variety of questions in the areas of financial accounting, managerial accounting, auditing, and increasingly, sustainability/ESG accounting. Broadly, accounting research addresses how (accounting) information is created, disseminated, […]
Read MoreInternal Digital and Computational Research Engineer
The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, University of Amsterdam, invites applications for the position of Internal Digital and Computational Research Engineer. The Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences (FMG) is expanding its support for research using computational methods and digital data. As part of this effort, it is creating a new position for a research […]
Read More2024 STAARS Individual Research Fellowship for Early-Career Researchers in Africa
The annual call for research proposals is open for the Structural Transformation of African Agriculture and Rural Spaces (STAARS) individual research fellowship programme, managed by Cornell University in collaboration with the World Bank’s Development Research Group and the Partnership for Economic Policy (PEP). Early-career African researchers selected as STAARS Fellows in 2024 will advance rigorous, […]
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