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Note-Taking Techniques to Boost Your Productivity

Cornell Method, Mind Maps, Flow Chart and Boxing Methods and more - best apps, templates, and note-taking methods to boost your effectiveness.
Lemniskata workshop

Lemniskata, ‘Life with No Barriers’: a Sheltered Workshop that Recycles Unusual Materials

Lemniskata is an NGO in the heart of Prague, Czechia, which employs people with disabilities to produce eco-friendly stationery products made of malai leather, handmade paper, recycled coffee mugs, and animal excrement (yes, no typo!). It is also an inclusive community where people find a sense of belonging, fulfilling work, artistic expression, and, most importantly, a home. In an interview with Vlasta Urbanova, director of Lemniskata, Youth Time learns about inspiration, people, art, and the meaning behind the “Life with No Barriers” workshop.
From "L'amica geniale", "My Brilliant Friend"

My Brilliant Friend – the Story Played by Life

Before we deal with the successful Italian series `My Brilliant Friend`, I want you to think back to someone who was free and brave in your childhood. And what did you feel, each time you were next to that person, or now when you think of  that person? These are the feelings that you must keep in mind as you watch the fascinating story of the lives of Lila and Elena.

True or False? How to Check Information on the Internet

Have you ever been amazed by how fast the news spreads on the Internet now? With retweets and shares that flood our social media feeds comes the responsibility to sort through the information and quickly decide which is worthy of considering and which is labeled as fake. In this article we are going to talk about the tactics and tools one can use to distinguish whether information comes from a reliable source and whether the content was manipulated, or not.

The Psychology behind Online Shopping

As online shopping becomes more and more common, the experts shed light on the psychology behind online shopping, consumerist behaviors, key differences between online and regular shopping, the perks of selling/buying goods online, human traits such as the desire to fit and look more acceptable.

The Quotes from the Authors

Authors and poets write many books and poetry and then there’s that one quote that reaches into you. Some of the quotes even set you thinking and remain with you all through life. Here’s a list of some of my favourite quotes. We hope you will like them too.

Five Reasons to Freelance While You Are Still a Student

Freelancing is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have while making a living. For me, freelancing changed my life, and I highly recommend it to anyone. I will tell you in more detail why it was the best idea to do it when I was a student!

Effective Listening: How to Hear What the Other Person Has to Say

Strangely, I come across an article every now and then that’s titled “The Art of Listening”. Even books have been written on this subject. In my humble opinion, listening is not an ‘art’. All it requires is consideration towards the other person. One of the most effective methods of communication is listening and actually hearing what the other person is speaking about. In this article we will talk about effective listening.
Volunteer as a Graphic Designer in Myanmar

Volunteer as a Graphic Designer in Myanmar

WWF's Youth Volunteer Internship Programme has an opening for a Graphic Design volunteer to be based in Myanmar.

Graphic Design Volunteer in Myanmar

WWF Youth Volunteer Internship Programme has an opening for a Graphic Design volunteer to be based in Myanmar.
Carol Tice Gives a Few Tips on How to Earn Money Being a Writer

Carol Tice Gives a Few Tips on How to Earn Money Being a Writer

1000+ writers joined her blog and grew their writing income. She is an award-winning, fun-loving freelance writer who lives in the Seattle area. Also, she started her Make a Living Writing blog back in 2008 when content mill pay rates made her angry.
Derek Sivers, the Musician and Entrepreneur Who Helps People to Be Creative

Derek Sivers, the Musician and Entrepreneur Who Helps People to Be Creative

Derek Sivers is someone you should follow online. He is the author of Anything you want: 40 lessons for a new kind of entrepreneur. His life story is fascinating.
Cybersecurity for Everyone with #YTGlobal Expert Ricardo M. Sanchez

Cybersecurity for Everyone with #YTGlobal Expert Ricardo M. Sanchez

This year the Youth Global Forum will celebrate its fifth year anniversary. Under the theme of ‘’Industry 5.0 vs Inclusive Development: Where is the future?’’, Ricardo Sanchez Marchand will join our panel of expert speakers for the first time when he will lead a session in ‘’Cybersecurity: Identifying Threats and How to Beat them’’. Ricardo is currently working for Ernst & Young as pentester / ethical hacker. We sat down briefly with Ricardo to get his thoughts on the upcoming Youth Global Forum and to also some advice for the participants ahead of their arrival.

Movie Tips for a Soothing Weekend

It is surprising how many films are actually based on the true events. Apparently life writes the best stories. Even for today two of our films are based on real stories - and none of them ordinary.
Lisa Rogers: Never Give Up, Write for Your Dream!

Lisa Rogers: Never Give Up, Write for Your Dream!

Writing in The Fastlane is one of those websites where you can see how a woman can make a living out of an incredible passion, which in this case is writing. Lisa Rogers is her name, and we are going to discover her life story in this article, starting with the following lines.
How to Budget to Attend a University: Be Aware of the “Free Money” Trap

How to Budget to Attend a University: Be Aware of the “Free Money” Trap

British financial provider Nationwide recently published a survey on university finances in the UK and pointed out that 7 in 10 students strongly agree that meeting the costs of attending their university was one of their biggest concerns. In order to balance their books, students are managing their budgets in various ways, and living on their own, with their own plans and strategies, should be encouraged to avoid nasty results after university, says one expert.

Not Just Excellent Education But Also A Great Lifestyle – Lisbon, Portugal

Not just from Brazil, international students flock to Portugal from many parts of the world, including from Australia, the U.S. and the U.K.. Apart from the quality of education it’s the quality of life that attracts them.

Escape From Prison – Movies

Not entirely traditional, today's movie tips are from the other side of the law. Films about escape from jails. They grab and keep your attention and are based on books or true events.
How to Apply: Cambridge vs. Oxford

How to Apply: Cambridge vs. Oxford

Trying your luck and submitting your application to Oxford or Cambridge is definitely one of the highlights of your final year at school. Read on to see how the application process to these universities is different in terms of deadlines and choices.

Schwarzman Scholars Program For Master’s Degree in China

Every year, up to 200 Schwarzman Scholars will represent the world’s next generation of leaders — individuals with open minds and limitless potential. The deadline is on 26 September 2019.

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