As I casually scrolled through my IG and Facebook social media, I saw sporadic posts alluding to what from the outside looking in, was a hair kerfuffle, yet again. As someone who is deliberate about keeping a pulse on what is going on in Barbados, I did my cursory Whatsapp messaging to get more on-the-ground…
Category: Higher Education
Part III: the years of discovery, self-direction, direction, redirection, independence, and self-determination, ages 18-24 years old
In Part I and Part II of this 3-part series, we discussed what some of the developmental needs and stages of our youth are from ages 11-18 years. As our youth grow and develop physically, emotionally, socially, intellectually, mentally, etc., their needs change. The ages of 18-24 are no different, and are a unique moment…
Summer = the Active and Legacy Building Zone
I know, I know…I haven’t posted in almost a month because…life. There is really no excuse for not posting and I know people have been checking because I see the regional Google Analytics. So, I apologize for not being as consistent for the past month. Why haven’t I been posting? To keep it short and…
Possible solutions to the bus fare increase…
There have been a lot of disgruntled rumblings about the pending fare increase from $2.00 to $3.50 in Bim, especially as it relates to the impact it will have on the average Joe or Jolene, in the working class. Many people’s take home pay may range from $200-$350 a week, and so adding the extra…
For Love of Country.
Many of us are on the heels of the annual designated day to celebrate loved ones, particularly in the romantic sense. The holiday I am referencing is Valentines Day, a holiday which some refer to as Galentines Day (to celebrate your gal pals) or Single Awareness Day (speaks for itself). Regardless of how this holiday…
The Value and Importance of Completing at Least One Internship WHILE in Secondary School
Under no circumstances should any student in a secondary school in Barbados graduate without a set number of CXC’s, certifications, skill sets, or a formal professional internship experience. This is if we are to adequately prepare our students to be innovative and successful young adults and productive citizens in our country. The initiative being brought…
The Importance (and frustration) of Timing
There is a common and sometimes overly used saying that- nothing happens before it’s time. To the impatient, disgruntled, dissatisfied, frustrated, and agitated person, this saying sounds like the scraping of nails on a chalkboard- no one wants to hear it. For the seasoned individual who has a lot of personal and professional experiences under…
The Entrepreneurship “Bug” Plug
Taking on the role of an entrepreneur requires courage and boldness in a world where the narrative is almost always to get your college degree, so you can get a good/decent paying job- aka work for someone else. Instead of you working for the benefit of someone else fulfilling their dream, why not begin investing in fulfilling yours?
Endorsing the concept of “brain drain” negates national development, implies elitism, and creates unhelpful and unnecessary hierachies
The term “brain drain,” much like “third world country,” or “alien resident,” is an expression that has always rubbed me the wrong way, based on its connotations and consequent implications. “Brain drain” can be defined as the departure of educated or professional people from one country for another, usually for better pay or living conditions….
Tips- Resume Writing
The job market is competitive now more than ever before given our economy, the rise of an educated and experienced population, and the domino effects of the recession. Given these factors, what does it take to make your Resume- not your CV (major difference) – a cut above the rest? Below are a few factors…