Have you ever noticed how some people know exactly what to say to raise the spirits of those having a bad day? Or can admit to their mistakes and overcome setbacks while being calm, cool and collected? These attributes can be attributed to Emotional Intelligence, or the ability of a person to ...

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How are you communicating with your students? Nowadays it seems like everyone (and their dog!) is on Facebook. With over 1.86 billion monthly active users, Facebook continues to be the reigning champ of social media networks. Many schools use Facebook as their main source of social media ...

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There's nothing like some healthy competition to inspire increased participation, instill a higher energy level and turn a task into something fun.  Why not try Gamification? The term “gamification” has been tossed about recently in many ways. If you’re anything like me, this lingo might be a new ...

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Do you ever feel like there just isn’t enough time in the day? Trying to balance a personal and professional life can be challenging, especially when your days are filled with projects, deadlines, meetings and the unexpected. Even though it may seem like you can’t afford to take a break, research ...

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It’s a New Year tradition to set resolutions for the upcoming year. It’s also a tradition to break them. If your Resolution “To Do” List becomes a “Not Going to Happen” List, you’re not alone. By year’s end, 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail. [1] Of those who make a resolution, about half of us ...

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Whether you’re sipping hot chocolate as the snow falls or enjoying a tropical beverage while the tide rolls in (lucky!), the holiday season is upon us! As we reflect on the gift-giving spirit of the season and appreciate all we are blessed with, your partners at TMS would like to wish you a happy ...

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“But Thanksgiving is more than eating, Chuck. You heard what Linus was saying out there. Those early Pilgrims were thankful for what had happened to them, and we should be thankful, too. We should just be thankful for being together. I think that's what they mean by 'Thanksgiving,' Charlie Brown”. ...

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Do you ever feel you can’t keep up with all the new information that’s out there in the world even with all you’ve learned over the years? From an early age and as we continue to mentally develop, prior knowledge is held as a fundamental aspect of learning. Especially during the teen years and ...

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Did you know that on every Dunkin Donuts receipt there is a Survey Code? After completing a quick, online satisfaction survey you are given a confirmation number to write on your receipt. Present this to your Dunkin Donuts location and they’ll give you a donut…for free! Now that I’m properly ...

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Although much has changed since our founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776, Americans have remained steadfast in celebrating the birth of American independence. Complete with all things red, white and blue, the day is filled with parades (founded in 1785, the oldest 4th of ...

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Ever wonder why there are people in your office that simply thrive under pressure, while others are magicians at getting the details right? Many people look to the stars to figure out compatibility and various personal traits- that’s right- astrology may tell you more than you thought about your ...

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