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Stats That Tell Stories
Stats aren’t just numbers, they tell stories. Often statistics are seen as boring, but if they’re interpreted and presented in the right way they can offer incredible insights. No one has demonstrated this more clearly than Hans Rosling. If you haven’t yet, check out his TED talks: The Truth About HIV, New Insights on Poverty,…
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A Napkin Can Make You a Better Communicator
Last week we took Olivia to a pediatrician. After the Doc had asked a bunch questions and done the basic check-up stuff, he proceeded give some suggestions for Olivia’s health. Often a doctor will rattle off a bunch of important info during an appointment, then you struggle to remember it a couple weeks down the road…
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Sir Ken Robinson and the learning revolution
In my years leading training programs for young adults I had the opportunity to see a transformation in learning in several of my students. Students who hadn’t done well in high school came to our programs and turned a new leaf. One who probably hadn’t read a single book in school was turning his book…