Each family member has something unique to bring to the family dynamics. The magic begins when we see each other’s superpowers. Not just understanding their strengths, their passions, their ways of learning, and their emotional landscapes. Why is this crucial? Embrace the potential: Knowing your child’s natural inclinations releases the pressure to fit into rigid moulds. Everyone can celebrate what…read more →
Are you and your family skills ready for the future? Is your child future-ready for a very different working world? Are they digitally smart and know how to successfully navigate a complex online environment? 1 in 3 parents doesn’t believe their child is being prepared for the workforce for the future. Is this you? With the impact the ‘double-disruption’ of…read more →
Yes, your child is really a genius! You don’t necessarily have to have exceptional intellectual ability or to have a high IQ. In this short video clip, Karen takes us back to ancient Roman times to explain the origin of the word ‘genius’. If you’d like to know what ‘Genius Smart’ your child is, then take advantage of our special…read more →
According to Einstein you are a genius and so is everyone you know. Einstein said, “everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it is stupid.” We’re all born great at something. As we grow up we also find out there are some things…read more →
In ‘Getting Ready for the Age of Experiential Education’, Matthew Lynch refers to the definition for experiential learning identified by the Association for Experiential Education as ‘a teaching philosophy that informs many methodologies in which educators purposefully engage with learners in direct experience and focused reflection in order to increase knowledge, develop skills, clarify values, and develop people’s capacity to…read more →
Teens, aged between 12-15, can join us for Genius Camp North Lakes, QLD on 18th and 19th December 2019. Attend this fun-packed, 2-day, non-residential event where you will discover your true genius and natural path to success. You will leave this micro-camp knowing what makes you unique and how you can add value and make a difference in the world.
Looking forward to being an exhibitor at the YES (Young Entrepreneur Summit) program on Friday 13 September. Fiftysix Creations and Business Camp will host the event in Redlands. YES is designed for 12 – 25 year old students aiming to become future scientists, innovators, engineers, technologists and entrepreneurs. Students will learn from change makers about the importance of hard skills…read more →
A recent OECD PISA report on students’ well-being revealed some significant findings. Students identified a number of factors, including exam anxiety, poor grades, meeting assignment deadlines, peer & social pressure, non-supportive teachers (and schools), for feeling stressed about their performance at school. It was interesting to note that students also made reference to “emotionally remote parents” adding to their stress…read more →
In today’s society there is a lot of pressure on our kids. They are pressured to perform, be beautiful, fit and healthy. (Just to name a few.) We use a unique personal development and profiling tool, Talent Dynamics for Young People, to help the child discover what they are good at, what are the best roles for them in teams and…read more →
Today I’m continuing my focus on enterprise / future skills. See 10 February post on Future jobs and enterprise skills for students. Enterprise programs Designing and delivering classroom programs to support effective teaching and learning of future work/enterprise skills is also a challenge. As students embrace using the technology to access online tools, resources and content during their self-directed learning…read more →