Learn a New Language: Why Learn Mandarin as Your First Chinese Dialect
Learning a foreign language is one of the best skills you can add to your repertoire. There are many foreign language courses to choose from, but if you are looking to learn a language that you can use in a wide range of settings, then Chinese should definitely be a top choice. One of the unique things about Chinese is that the language has numerous dialects such as Mandarin, Catonese, […]
Why Freelancers Should Conduct Client Meetings in Co-Working Spaces
Freelancers have the freedom to work at their own pace, manage their own schedule, and not have to report to an office. The perks of freelancing have swayed many to choose this type of career path. It isn’t without its drawbacks, however, with freelancers often having to find places to work and/or to conduct meetings. The popularity of the shared office space has helped solve this problem for many freelancers. […]
How to Make Corporate Training Sessions More Effective and Productive
Corporate training is a must for both companies and employees. What was once a bonus or benefit is now part and parcel of strengthening company culture, motivating a team, encouraging loyalty, and making the most out of the teams hired for the company. Many HR managers find, though, that training, specifically what is learned in training, does not last long. This is likely due to many employees taking training less […]
Red or White: How to Choose Wine That Matches Your Dinner
General knowledge among diners and dinner hosts would be that white wine goes with seafood and red wine goes with red meat. However, that may not always be the case. Enrolling in a wine course can definitely help expand your horizons and knowledge of wine pairing, especially for those who are serious enough and eager to undertake the complexity of the grape-derived beverage. Here are some tips to keep in […]
Why Work with a Third-Party Corporate Training Services for Your Next Seminar
Corporate Training is an essential part for your company’s growth and improvement. Although this training can be conducted in-house, many companies prefer to outsource professional trainers and work with third-party corporate training services. Here are four reasons why you might want to consider working with a third-party company for your next company corporate training: Avoid Internal Biases Although an in-house corporate trainer might know the ins and outs of your […]
Our Top Tips to Make Learning How to Speak Tagalog (Filipino) Easier
The Philippine economy has been growing stronger over the last few years, attracting a number of international companies to invest and set up shop in the country. As a result, more and more expats are relocating to the Philippines for work. Although English is widely spoken throughout the Philippines, it may still be a good idea for foreigners to learn Filipino, the local language, especially for those who plan to […]
What is a Co-Working Community and Work Environment Like?
One of the biggest draws of a co-working space is its work environment. Cultivated by the work-place layout (often an open plan with easy access to lounge areas and a kitchen), which promotes an interactive workplace and easy communication, the co-workers and the community manager are able to naturally and organically develop a shared workplace that suits the community’s needs. This major characteristic is what defines the space and the […]
Why Online Language Courses are Great for Learning a New Language
Speaking a foreign language is one of the best skills to acquire today given how interconnected the world is now. Whether you plan to move to a foreign country in the future or your job requires you to work closely with foreign-speaking expats, being able to understand and converse in a different language is advantageous in many ways. For the most part, people interested in learning a new language enroll […]
Cooking Classes: 3 Simple “Fine Dining” Recipes for an Impressive Date Night
When people think “romantic date,” they often think “fine dining”. This can, however, become quite expensive very quickly–not to mention that the formal atmosphere can make it difficult to really enjoy a meaningful conversation. For those who are willing to try their hand at creating their own fine dining dishes, taking up culinary short courses is the solution! Here are three easy recipes you can use to impress your date […]
8 Products and Apps That Help Boost Your Productivity While Co-Working
The rise of shared office spaces and sustainable freelancer lifestyles gave way to the development of a myriad of productivity apps. Having to work remotely or not always being in the same office space encouraged teams to find solutions that would give them the ability to stay in touch, align with projects, and keep themselves productive despite the lack of a designated or formal workspace. These days, however, it isn’t […]