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How to think, in 8 easy steps:
Tim Harford provides a timely and succinct review of Howard Jacobs's new book - the eight point plan could make for a good short tutorial discussion.
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Will Smith’s lesson on failure
A hat tip to Ben White for spotting this great short message from Will Smith on how failure helps people recognise the areas where they need to evolve.
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Oprah's Speech - Assembly Ready?
"I want all of the girls watching here now to know, that a new day is on the horizon." One of the most powerful short speeches I have heard in recent times. Would it be pitch perfect and ready for...
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Monkman and Seagull Quiz Book
This could be perfect as a resource for those quirky and challenging end of term quizzes!
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From Factory Floor to Retail Store
I think this article from the New York Times would make for an excellent discussion starter in tutorials.
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Michelle Obama in her final speech as FLOTUS
What a speech! Perhaps show the final few minutes as part of a tutorial session to prompt discussion. The speech itself is a wonderful example of body language and how to shape remarks to make them...