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# GED information
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## 4 exams to take:
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- Mathematical Reasoning
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- Reasoning Through Language Arts
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- Social Studies
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- Science
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## Mathematical Reasoning
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### Test Topics
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Basic Math
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Geometry
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Basic Algebra
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Graphs and Functions
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### Time (to take the test)
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115 minutes
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Includes 2 minutes of instructions and final review
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Includes 3 minute break between parts (to retrieve your calculator in test center)
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### Format
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Access to calculator reference sheet and math formula sheet
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* Access to onscreen calculator on part 2 of test
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* Your own TI-30XS calculator allowed in test center
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Multiple choice and other question types (drag and drop, fill-in-the-blank, select an area, and drop down)
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## Reasoning Through Language Arts
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### Test Topics
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Reading for Meaning
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Identifying and Creating Arguments
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Grammar and Language
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### Time (to take the test)
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150 minutes
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Includes 3 minutes of instructions and final review
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Includes 10 minute break between parts 2 and 3
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Includes 45 minutes for the written essay
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### Format
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3 sections
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1 written essay (extended response)
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Multiple choice and other question types (drag and drop, select an area, and drop down)
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## Social Studies
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### Test Topics
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Reading for Meaning in Social Studies
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Analyzing Historical Events and Arguments in Social Studies
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Using Numbers and Graphs in Social Studies
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### Time (to take the test)
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70 minutes
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Includes 2 minutes of instructions and final review
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No break
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### Format
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* Access to onscreen calculator
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* Your own TI-30XS calculator allowed in test center
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Access to calculator reference sheet
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Multiple choice and other question types (drag and drop, fill in the blank, select an area, and drop down)
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## Science
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### Test Topics
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Reading for Meaning in Science
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Designing and Interpreting Science Experiments
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Using Numbers and Graphics in Science
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### Time (to take the test)
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90 minutes
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Includes 2 minutes of instructions and final review
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No break
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### Format
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* Access to onscreen calculator
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* Your own TI-30XS calculator allowed in test center
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Access to calculator reference sheet
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Multiple choice and other question types (fill in the blank, drag and drop, select an area, and drop down)
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---
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# 18-24 Month GED Study Plan
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## Year 1: Building Core Knowledge (Months 1-12)
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### Months 1-3: Foundation Building
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#### Mathematical Reasoning
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- **Fundamental Arithmetic Operations**: Focus on addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, including long division.
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- **Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages**: Understand conversion between these forms and how to perform operations with them.
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- **Basic Geometry Concepts**: Learn about different shapes, their properties (like angles, sides), and basic formulas for calculating area, perimeter, and volume of common geometric figures such as squares, rectangles, circles, and triangles.
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- **Introduction to Data Interpretation**: Start with basic graph reading skills, such as understanding bar graphs and line plots.
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#### Reasoning Through Language Arts
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- **Basic Reading Comprehension**: Focus on understanding the main idea, theme, and details in short paragraphs and passages.
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- **Main Ideas and Themes in Texts**: Learn to identify the central message or lesson in a variety of texts, including fiction and non-fiction.
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- **Basic Grammar and Sentence Structure Studies**: Start with parts of speech, sentence construction, punctuation, and basic syntax rules.
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- **Vocabulary Building**: Begin to expand your vocabulary through reading and using context clues to understand new words.
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---
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### Months 4-6: Developing Advanced Skills
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#### Mathematical Reasoning
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- **Algebraic Expressions and Equations**: Learn to simplify expressions, solve basic linear equations, and understand the properties of algebraic expressions.
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- **Properties of Geometric Figures**: Dive deeper into geometry by studying properties of more complex shapes like polygons, and understanding concepts like congruence and similarity.
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- **Linear Equations and Their Graphs**: Start graphing linear equations on the coordinate plane, understanding the concept of slope, and how to interpret linear graphs.
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- **Introduction to Statistics**: Begin with basic concepts of statistics, such as mean, median, mode, and range, and how to interpret simple statistical data.
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#### Mathematical Reasoning
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- **Algebraic Expressions and Equations**: Begin with simplifying algebraic expressions, solving linear equations, and understanding basic algebraic concepts like variables and coefficients.
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- **Properties of Geometric Figures**: Study different properties of geometric shapes including polygons, circles, and triangles; focus on theorems and postulates related to these shapes.
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- **Linear Equations and Graphs**: Understand the concept of slope and intercept, how to graph linear equations, and interpret the meaning of graphs in real-world contexts.
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#### Reasoning Through Language Arts
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- **Advanced Reading Comprehension**: Engage with more complex texts, including literature and technical writing, focusing on deeper comprehension and critical analysis.
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- **Argument Identification and Analysis**: Start identifying arguments in texts and understanding their structure, including claims, evidence, and reasoning.
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- **Enhanced Grammar and Writing Skills**: Move towards more complex sentence structures, paragraph writing, and the basics of essay construction.
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- **Critical Thinking and Inference**: Begin to develop skills in making inferences and drawing conclusions from readings.
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This expanded focus for the initial six months lays a solid foundation in both mathematical reasoning and language arts, setting the stage for more advanced topics and deeper understanding in the subsequent months.
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### Months 4-6: Developing Advanced Skills
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#### Reasoning Through Language Arts
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- **Argument Identification and Analysis**: Develop the ability to identify arguments in texts, understand their components (claims, evidence, reasoning), and evaluate their effectiveness.
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- **Complex Sentence Structures and Advanced Grammar**: Move beyond basic grammar to explore complex sentence structures, verb tenses, and advanced punctuation rules.
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- **Persuasive and Expository Writing Techniques**: Introduction to writing persuasive and expository texts; focus on techniques like thesis development, argument structure, and effective use of evidence.
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### Months 4-6: Developing Advanced Skills
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#### Mathematical Reasoning
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- **Algebraic Expressions and Equations**:
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- Start with the basics of algebra including understanding variables, constants, and coefficients.
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- Learn to simplify algebraic expressions by combining like terms and using distributive properties.
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- Practice solving linear equations and inequalities, including one-step and two-step equations.
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- Explore word problems involving algebra to understand practical applications.
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- **Properties of Geometric Figures**:
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- Study various properties of geometric shapes, particularly polygons, circles, and triangles.
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- Learn important theorems and postulates related to these shapes, such as the Pythagorean theorem and properties of parallel lines.
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- Begin exploring the concepts of congruence and similarity in geometry.
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- Apply these concepts in solving problems, such as finding missing angles or sides.
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- **Linear Equations and Graphs**:
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- Understand the concept of slope and y-intercept in the context of linear equations.
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- Learn how to graph linear equations on a coordinate plane.
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- Practice interpreting and analyzing graphs, understanding how they represent real-world situations.
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- Explore different forms of linear equations, such as slope-intercept form and standard form.
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#### Mathematical Reasoning
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- **Algebraic Expressions and Equations**: Learn to simplify expressions, solve basic linear equations, and understand the properties of algebraic expressions.
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- **Properties of Geometric Figures**: Dive deeper into geometry by studying properties of more complex shapes like polygons, and understanding concepts like congruence and similarity.
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- **Linear Equations and Their Graphs**: Start graphing linear equations on the coordinate plane, understanding the concept of slope, and how to interpret linear graphs.
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- **Introduction to Statistics**: Begin with basic concepts of statistics, such as mean, median, mode, and range, and how to interpret simple statistical data.
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#### Reasoning Through Language Arts
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- **Argument Identification and Analysis**:
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- Develop skills to identify arguments in various types of texts, distinguishing between claims, evidence, and reasoning.
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- Practice analyzing the effectiveness of arguments, evaluating the strength of evidence and the logic of reasoning.
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- Engage in critical reading exercises to understand persuasive techniques used in texts.
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- **Complex Sentence Structures and Advanced Grammar**:
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- Move beyond basic grammar to study complex sentence structures, including compound and complex sentences.
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- Understand advanced grammar concepts like verb tense consistency, subject-verb agreement, and correct use of modifiers.
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- Practice identifying and correcting grammatical errors in writing.
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- **Persuasive and Expository Writing Techniques**:
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- Introduction to writing persuasive texts, focusing on developing a strong thesis statement and building a logical argument.
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- Learn the structure of expository writing, including how to present information clearly and concisely.
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- Practice writing exercises that involve crafting well-structured paragraphs and essays, using evidence effectively to support arguments.
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#### Reasoning Through Language Arts
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- **Advanced Reading Comprehension**: Engage with more complex texts, including literature and technical writing, focusing on deeper comprehension and critical analysis.
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- **Argument Identification and Analysis**: Start identifying arguments in texts and understanding their structure, including claims, evidence, and reasoning.
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- **Enhanced Grammar and Writing Skills**: Move towards more complex sentence structures, paragraph writing, and the basics of essay construction.
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- **Critical Thinking and Inference**: Begin to develop skills in making inferences and drawing conclusions from readings.
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---
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### Months 7-9: Integration and Application
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#### Social Studies
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- **Understanding Historical Texts and Current Events**:
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- Engage with diverse historical texts, understanding their context, significance, and impact.
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- Stay informed about current events and learn to draw parallels with historical concepts and events.
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- Develop critical thinking skills to analyze how historical perspectives influence current societal issues.
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- **Analyzing Primary and Secondary Sources**:
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- Learn the differences between primary and secondary sources and their roles in historical research.
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- Practice analyzing these sources for bias, reliability, and perspective.
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- Engage in exercises that involve comparing and contrasting different sources to gain a more nuanced understanding of historical events.
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- **Data and Graph Interpretation**:
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- Start interpreting more complex data and graphical representations in social studies.
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- Learn to analyze charts, maps, and graphs for information relevant to historical and social studies research.
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- Practice applying this data to support historical arguments or perspectives.
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#### Science
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- **Basic Scientific Principles and Concepts**:
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- Dive into key concepts across various scientific disciplines like biology (cell structure, genetics), chemistry (elements, compounds), physics (force, energy), and earth science (rock cycle, weather patterns).
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- Explore foundational principles and how they apply to the natural world.
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- **Scientific Reading and Comprehension**:
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- Develop skills to effectively read and comprehend scientific texts, diagrams, and data.
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- Practice summarizing scientific articles and explaining concepts in layman's terms.
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- Engage with a variety of scientific genres, from academic journal articles to popular science writing.
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- **Scientific Method and Experiment Analysis**:
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- Learn about the steps of the scientific method from hypothesis generation to conclusion.
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- Design basic experiments, understand variables, controls, and experimental setups.
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- Practice analyzing experimental data and drawing conclusions based on scientific reasoning.
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### Months 10-12: Comprehensive Review
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#### All Subjects
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- **Review of All Covered Topics**:
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- Systematically revisit all topics covered in previous months across all subjects.
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- Focus on areas of weakness or topics that require additional practice.
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- **Practice Diverse Question Types**:
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- Engage with a variety of question types expected in the GED exam.
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- Include practice sessions focusing on multiple-choice, drag and drop, fill-in-the-blank, and short-answer questions.
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- **Integration of Knowledge**:
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- Start connecting and applying concepts across different subjects.
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- Engage in interdisciplinary exercises, such as using mathematical skills in science or applying historical context in language arts.
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### Months 13-15: Advanced Topics and Practice
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#### Mathematical Reasoning
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- **Advanced Algebraic Concepts and Problem-Solving**:
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- Explore complex algebraic topics like quadratic equations, systems of equations, and inequalities.
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- Practice solving real-world problems using advanced algebraic techniques.
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- **Complex Geometry Problems**:
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- Delve into advanced geometry topics including the study of congruent and similar figures, circles, and geometric proofs.
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- Apply geometric concepts to solve complex problems and proofs.
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- **Graph and Function Analysis Integration**:
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- Combine algebraic and geometric knowledge to analyze and interpret complex graphs and functions.
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- Explore different types of functions, including quadratic, exponential, and piecewise functions.
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#### Reasoning Through Language Arts
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- **Advanced Essay Writing Skills**:
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- Focus on refining essay writing skills for the 45-minute essay component of the exam.
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- Emphasize structure, clarity, logical flow, and argumentation in essay writing.
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- **Timed Essay Writing Practice**:
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- Practice writing essays within a 45-minute time frame.
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- Focus on planning, writing, and revising essays under timed conditions.
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### Months 16-18: Mastery of Concepts
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#### Social Studies and Science
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- **Historical Events and Impact Analysis**:
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- Study significant historical events and their impacts on society, culture, and politics.
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- Analyze these events from multiple perspectives and understand their long-term effects.
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- **Complex Argument Analysis in Social Studies**:
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- Engage with complex texts and historical documents.
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- Practice analyzing and interpreting different viewpoints and arguments in social studies.
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- **Advanced Scientific Text and Experiment Design Study**:
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- Deepen understanding of scientific concepts by engaging with complex scientific texts and research.
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- Focus on advanced topics in various scientific disciplines and how they are approached experimentally.
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### Months 19-21: Exam Format Familiarization
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#### All Subjects
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- **GED Test Format Familiarization**:
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- Study the structure and format of each GED test section to understand what to expect on the exam day.
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- Familiarize yourself with the types of questions, the scoring system, and the rules for each section.
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- Practice with sample questions and tests that replicate the format of the actual exam.
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- **Calculator Practice**:
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- Become proficient in using the onscreen and physical TI-30XS calculators, focusing on the types of calculations and operations allowed during the test.
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- Practice solving problems with the calculator to improve speed and accuracy.
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- Learn shortcuts and functions of the TI-30XS that can save time during the exam.
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- **Formula and Reference Sheet Review**:
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- Review and memorize key formulas, especially for the Mathematical Reasoning section.
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- Understand how to use the provided reference sheets effectively during the test.
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- Practice applying formulas in various contexts to reinforce memorization and understanding.
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### Months 22-24: Final Review and Mock Exams
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#### All Subjects
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- **Full-Length Mock Exams**:
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- Take several full-length practice exams under timed conditions to simulate the real test environment.
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- Use these exams to assess readiness and identify areas that need further review or practice.
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- Practice pacing to ensure you can complete each section within the allotted time.
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- **Time Management and Question Analysis**:
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- Develop strategies for effectively managing time during the exam, such as allocating time to different question types and knowing when to move on from a difficult question.
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- Enhance skills in quickly analyzing and understanding what each question is asking.
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- Learn to identify keywords and critical information in questions and passages.
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- **Weak Area Improvement**:
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- After each mock exam, identify areas where you scored lower and focus on improving these.
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- Seek additional resources or help for topics that are consistently challenging.
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- Engage in targeted practice, focusing on the type of questions or content areas where improvement is needed.
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This final phase of the study plan emphasizes familiarization with the GED exam format and intensive practice to ensure readiness. The goal is to enter the test day with confidence, knowing that you have thoroughly prepared for each section of the exam.
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---
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## Specific Exam Topics Focus
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1. **Mathematical Reasoning**
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- **Topics:**
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- **Basic Math**: Master arithmetic operations, fractions, decimals, and percentages. Understand their applications in various contexts.
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- **Geometry**: Explore shapes, angles, area, perimeter, and volume. Study properties and theorems related to geometric figures like polygons, circles, and triangles.
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- **Basic Algebra**: Delve into variables, expressions, equations, and inequalities. Understand how to manipulate and solve algebraic expressions and linear equations.
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- **Graphs and Functions**: Learn the basics of graphing linear and quadratic functions. Understand how to interpret and solve problems involving different types of functions.
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- **Practice:**
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- Solve real-world mathematical problems using a combination of arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric concepts.
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- Tackle word problems that require an integrated approach, using various mathematical principles.
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- Analyze and interpret data through graphs and functions, applying these skills to real-life scenarios.
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2. **Reasoning Through Language Arts**
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- **Topics:**
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- **Reading Comprehension**: Engage with diverse texts, including literary works, scientific articles, and historical documents. Focus on understanding themes, main ideas, and details.
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- **Argument Analysis**: Develop skills to identify, analyze, and critically evaluate arguments in written texts. Understand the elements of logical reasoning and fallacies.
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- **Advanced Grammar**: Master complex sentence structures, punctuation rules, verb tenses, and subject-verb agreement. Understand the nuances of the English language.
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- **Practice:**
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- Write essays requiring critical analysis, synthesis of information, and coherent argumentation.
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- Analyze various texts for their underlying meanings, structures, and rhetorical strategies.
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- Regularly practice editing and revising written work to improve grammatical accuracy and clarity.
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3. **Social Studies**
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- **Topics:**
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- **Historical Events Analysis**: Study significant events in global and national history, understanding their causes, contexts, and impacts.
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- **Data Interpretation in Social Studies**: Become proficient in interpreting charts, graphs, and data within the context of social studies.
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- **Social Dynamics and Systems**: Gain insight into social dynamics, government structures, and economic principles.
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- **Practice:**
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- Read and critically analyze historical texts and primary documents.
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- Interpret and apply graphical and numerical data to understand historical and current events.
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- Relate historical events and concepts to contemporary social issues, demonstrating an understanding of their interconnectedness.
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4. **Science**
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- **Topics:**
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- **Scientific Concepts Comprehension**: Cover essential concepts in biology (like cell biology and genetics), chemistry (atoms, molecules, chemical reactions), physics (forces, energy), and earth science (geology, meteorology).
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- **Experiment Analysis**: Understand the steps of the scientific method, including hypothesis formation, experimental design, and data interpretation.
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- **Environmental and Health Sciences**: Explore topics related to ecosystems, environmental issues, human anatomy, and physiology.
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- **Practice:**
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- Interpret and analyze scientific graphs, charts, and data, extracting relevant information.
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- Critically evaluate scientific experiments, focusing on hypothesis testing, methodology, and drawing conclusions.
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- Explain and discuss scientific phenomena and theories, demonstrating a clear understanding of key concepts.
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- Begin integrating knowledge across different subject areas.
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## Year 2: Intensive Preparation and Practice (Months 13-24)
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### Months 13-15: Advanced Topics and Practice
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#### Mathematical Reasoning
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- Tackle advanced algebraic concepts and problem-solving.
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- Explore complex geometry problems.
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- Integrate algebra and geometry with graph and function analysis.
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#### Reasoning Through Language Arts
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- Develop essay writing skills, focusing on structure, clarity, and argumentation.
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- Practice timed essay writing for the 45-minute essay component.
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### Months 16-18: Mastery of Concepts
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#### Social Studies and Science
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- Deepen understanding of historical events and their impact.
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- Analyze complex arguments and viewpoints in social studies.
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- Study advanced scientific texts and experiment designs.
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### Months 19-21: Exam Format Familiarization
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#### All Subjects
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- Familiarize with the specific format of each GED test.
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- Practice with onscreen and physical calculators (TI-30XS).
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- Review calculator reference sheets and formulae.
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### Months 22-24: Final Review and Mock Exams
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#### All Subjects
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- Conduct full-length mock exams under timed conditions.
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- Focus on time management and question analysis.
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- Identify and improve any remaining weak areas.
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## Specific Exam Topics Focus
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1. **Mathematical Reasoning**
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- Topics: Basic Math, Geometry, Basic Algebra, Graphs, and Functions.
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- Practice: Solve real-world problems using mathematical concepts.
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2. **Reasoning Through Language Arts**
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- Topics: Reading comprehension, Argument analysis, Advanced grammar.
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- Practice: Write essays and analyze texts for meaning and structure.
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3. **Social Studies**
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- Topics: Historical events analysis, Data interpretation in social studies.
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- Practice: Read and interpret graphs and charts related to social issues.
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4. **Science**
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- Topics: Scientific concepts comprehension, Experiment analysis.
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- Practice: Interpret scientific data and understand experimental designs.
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This plan ensures thorough coverage and understanding of the content for each GED test area, with a focus on application and practice to build confidence and mastery.
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---
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### Months 7-9: Integration and Application
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#### Social Studies
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- **Understanding Historical Texts and Current Events**: Engage with a variety of historical texts, understanding their context and significance. Keep abreast of current events and learn to connect them with historical concepts.
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- **Analyzing Primary and Secondary Sources**: Learn to differentiate between primary and secondary sources in social studies and the importance of each in historical research.
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- **Data and Graph Interpretation**: Start interpreting complex data and graphical representations in social studies, understanding how they contribute to historical analysis and current events understanding.
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#### Science
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- **Basic Scientific Principles and Concepts**: Dive into fundamental scientific concepts across various disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science.
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- **Scientific Reading and Comprehension**: Develop skills in reading and understanding scientific texts, diagrams, and data.
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- **Scientific Method and Experiment Analysis**: Learn about the scientific method, how to design basic experiments, and how to analyze experimental data.
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### Months 10-12: Comprehensive Review
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#### All Subjects
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- **Review of All Covered Topics**: Revisit all topics from basic arithmetic to complex sentence structures, ensuring a strong foundational understanding.
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- **Practice Diverse Question Types**: Engage with a variety of question types that are likely to appear on the GED, such as multiple-choice, drag and drop, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer.
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- **Integration of Knowledge**: Start connecting concepts across different subjects, understanding how skills in one area can support learning in another.
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|
||||
## Year 2: Intensive Preparation and Practice (Months 13-24)
|
||||
|
||||
### Months 13-15: Advanced Topics and Practice
|
||||
|
||||
#### Mathematical Reasoning
|
||||
- **Advanced Algebraic Concepts and Problem-Solving**: Explore more complex algebraic topics such as quadratic equations, inequalities, and functions.
|
||||
- **Complex Geometry Problems**: Delve into more advanced geometry including the study of congruence, similarity, and the Pythagorean theorem.
|
||||
- **Graph and Function Analysis Integration**: Combine algebraic and geometric knowledge to analyze more complex graphs and functions.
|
||||
|
||||
#### Reasoning Through Language Arts
|
||||
- **Advanced Essay Writing Skills**: Focus on refining essay writing skills, particularly for the 45-minute essay component, emphasizing structure, clarity, logic, and argumentation.
|
||||
- **Timed Essay Writing Practice**: Practice writing essays within a 45-minute time frame to simulate test conditions.
|
||||
|
||||
### Months 16-18: Mastery of Concepts
|
||||
|
||||
#### Social Studies and Science
|
||||
- **Historical Events and Impact Analysis**: Study major historical events and their impacts on society, culture, and politics.
|
||||
- **Complex Argument Analysis in Social Studies**: Engage with complex texts in social studies, analyzing and interpreting different viewpoints and arguments.
|
||||
- **Advanced Scientific Text and Experiment Design Study**: Delve deeper into scientific studies, focusing on understanding and critiquing complex scientific texts and experiment designs.
|
||||
|
||||
### Months 19-21: Exam Format Familiarization
|
||||
|
||||
#### All Subjects
|
||||
- **GED Test Format Familiarization**: Gain a thorough understanding of the format and expectations of each section of the GED test.
|
||||
- **Calculator Practice**: Become proficient with using the onscreen and physical TI-30XS calculators for relevant sections.
|
||||
- **Formula and Reference Sheet Review**: Review and memorize key formulas and reference information provided for the test.
|
||||
|
||||
### Months 22-24: Final Review and Mock Exams
|
||||
|
||||
#### All Subjects
|
||||
- **Full-Length Mock Exams**: Take full-length practice exams under timed conditions to simulate the test day experience.
|
||||
- **Time Management and Question Analysis**: Focus on effective time management strategies and techniques for analyzing and answering different types of questions.
|
||||
- **Weak Area Improvement**: Identify any remaining weak areas and dedicate time to improving these before the test date.
|
||||
|
||||
This expanded study plan provides a detailed and structured approach to preparing for the GED, covering all necessary content areas and skills required for success on the test.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
## Specific Exam Topics Focus
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Mathematical Reasoning**
|
||||
- **Topics:**
|
||||
- Basic Math: Focus on arithmetic, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
|
||||
- Geometry: Study shapes, angles, area, perimeter, volume, and the properties of geometric figures.
|
||||
- Basic Algebra: Cover variables, expressions, equations, and inequalities.
|
||||
- Graphs and Functions: Understand the basics of graphing, interpreting linear and quadratic functions, and solving function-related problems.
|
||||
- **Practice:**
|
||||
- Apply concepts to solve real-world mathematical problems.
|
||||
- Practice word problems that require the application of multiple mathematical concepts.
|
||||
- Use graphs and functions to analyze and interpret data and trends.
|
||||
|
||||
2. **Reasoning Through Language Arts**
|
||||
- **Topics:**
|
||||
- Reading Comprehension: Engage with a range of texts, including literary, scientific, and historical.
|
||||
- Argument Analysis: Learn to identify, analyze, and evaluate arguments in various texts.
|
||||
- Advanced Grammar: Study complex sentence structures, punctuation, verb tenses, and agreement.
|
||||
- **Practice:**
|
||||
- Write essays that require critical thinking and argumentation.
|
||||
- Analyze texts for meaning, structure, and rhetorical strategies.
|
||||
- Practice editing and revising written passages for grammatical accuracy.
|
||||
|
||||
3. **Social Studies**
|
||||
- **Topics:**
|
||||
- Historical Events Analysis: Study significant events in history, their causes, and their impacts.
|
||||
- Data Interpretation in Social Studies: Learn to interpret charts, graphs, and data in the context of social studies.
|
||||
- Understanding social dynamics, government systems, and economic principles.
|
||||
- **Practice:**
|
||||
- Read and analyze historical texts and primary documents.
|
||||
- Interpret graphical and numerical data related to historical and current events.
|
||||
- Connect historical events to contemporary social issues.
|
||||
|
||||
4. **Science**
|
||||
- **Topics:**
|
||||
- Scientific Concepts Comprehension: Cover fundamental concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science.
|
||||
- Experiment Analysis: Understand the scientific method, experimental design, and data interpretation.
|
||||
- Environmental and health science topics, including ecosystems and human body systems.
|
||||
- **Practice:**
|
||||
- Interpret scientific graphs, charts, and data.
|
||||
- Analyze scientific experiments, including hypothesis formation, methodological design, and conclusion drawing.
|
||||
- Understand and explain scientific phenomena and theories.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
@@ -1,66 +0,0 @@
|
||||
# Documentation Process for Productivity System
|
||||
|
||||
## Introduction
|
||||
|
||||
- Explain the importance of documentation in a productivity system.
|
||||
- Highlight how documentation enhances organization, collaboration, and clarity.
|
||||
|
||||
## Identify Folder Documentation Needs
|
||||
|
||||
- Explain the criteria for selecting folders that require documentation.
|
||||
- Discuss the factors to consider, such as complexity, multiple contributors, or specific requirements.
|
||||
|
||||
## Document Template Creation
|
||||
|
||||
- Discuss the creation of a standardized document template for folder documentation.
|
||||
- Highlight the sections to include, such as folder overview, purpose of files, folder structure, naming conventions, collaboration guidelines, and documentation updates.
|
||||
|
||||
## Building Folder Documentation
|
||||
|
||||
### Folder Overview
|
||||
|
||||
1. Describe the purpose and significance of the folder.
|
||||
2. Explain how it contributes to the overall productivity system.
|
||||
|
||||
### Purpose of Files
|
||||
|
||||
1. Detail the types of files stored in the folder.
|
||||
2. Explain how these files align with the category or focus area.
|
||||
3. Provide examples to illustrate the importance of these files.
|
||||
|
||||
### Folder Structure
|
||||
|
||||
1. Outline the subfolders or sections within the folder.
|
||||
2. Describe the purpose of each subfolder and its organization.
|
||||
|
||||
### Naming Conventions
|
||||
|
||||
1. Specify the naming convention for files within the folder.
|
||||
2. Provide the format, elements, and guidelines for consistent naming.
|
||||
3. Offer examples to demonstrate the naming convention.
|
||||
|
||||
### Collaboration Guidelines
|
||||
|
||||
1. Explain how collaboration should take place within the folder.
|
||||
2. Define preferred communication methods and collaboration tools.
|
||||
3. Highlight any specific instructions or permissions for collaboration.
|
||||
|
||||
### Documentation Updates
|
||||
|
||||
1. Emphasize the need for regular updates to the documentation.
|
||||
2. Encourage reviewing and revising the documentation as the folder evolves.
|
||||
|
||||
## Communicating the Benefits
|
||||
|
||||
- Discuss the advantages of having comprehensive folder documentation.
|
||||
- Highlight how it enhances understanding, collaboration, and productivity.
|
||||
|
||||
## Sharing and Implementation
|
||||
|
||||
- Explain how to make the documentation easily accessible to team members or contributors.
|
||||
- Discuss the process of sharing and communicating the documentation guidelines.
|
||||
|
||||
## Conclusion
|
||||
|
||||
- Summarize the importance of folder documentation in your productivity system.
|
||||
- Encourage the ongoing use and maintenance of the documentation to maximize its benefits.
|
||||
@@ -1,242 +0,0 @@
|
||||
# Effective Flashcard Design: Principles and Applications
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 1: Learning Principles
|
||||
|
||||
### Minimalism
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** One question or idea per card to avoid information overload.
|
||||
**Application:** The flashcard's title or primary heading should be the question or idea. Break down complex concepts into multiple simple flashcards. Keep definitions or explanations brief.
|
||||
**Example:** Instead of one card for "The stages of photosynthesis", create separate cards for each stage.
|
||||
|
||||
### Visual Hierarchy
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Use typography, color, and layout to guide the reader's eye and make information easy to scan.
|
||||
**Application:** Use different font sizes for headings and body text. Use bullet points and numbered lists. Highlight key terms in bold or italics. Use color sparingly to emphasize important elements.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consistency
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Consistent formatting enhances usability and understanding.
|
||||
**Application:** Use a style guide or template for flashcards. Include standards for fonts, colors, and layouts, and for structuring and presenting information.
|
||||
**Example:** Standardize the color scheme and font types across all flashcards for a uniform look.
|
||||
|
||||
### Use of Images
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Images should enhance understanding, not distract or clutter.
|
||||
**Application:** Use images to illustrate concepts. Ensure images are clear, appropriately sized, and related to the content. Use original diagrams or pictures where possible. Be mindful of copyright and attribution for images.
|
||||
|
||||
### Color Coding
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Colors can categorize and help retrieve information.
|
||||
**Application:** Use different color backgrounds or text for flashcards on different topics or question types. Use a limited number of colors to avoid confusion. Ensure colors are accessible to all users, including those with color blindness.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** White space improves readability and comprehension.
|
||||
**Application:** Leave ample space around text and between elements on the card. This includes line-height for a comfortable reading experience.
|
||||
|
||||
### Font Choice
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Fonts should be easy to read.
|
||||
**Application:** Use standard, easy-to-read fonts like Arial, Helvetica, or Times New Roman. Sans-serif fonts work well for headings and short text, while serif fonts are good for longer text. Keep font size in the range of 12-16 points for body text and 18-30 points for headings.
|
||||
|
||||
### Interleaving
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Mixing different kinds of problems or material can improve learning.
|
||||
**Application:** Shuffle your flashcards or create and study decks that include a variety of questions or topics. Use tags in Anki to categorize your cards, then use custom study sessions to review a mixture of cards from different tags.
|
||||
|
||||
### Testing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Recalling an answer strengthens memory.
|
||||
**Application:** Actively use your flashcards. Try to recall the answer before you flip the card. Consider using cloze deletion or fill-in-the-blank questions for advanced testing.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Spacing study out over time improves learning.
|
||||
**Application:** Review your flashcards regularly, but not all at once. Consider using a flashcard app with spaced repetition. In Anki, adjust the intervals for individual cards to suit your learning speed and the difficulty of the material.
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 2: HTML and CSS for Anki Cards
|
||||
|
||||
### Text Formatting:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<b></b>` for **bold** text
|
||||
- `<i></i>` for _italic_ text
|
||||
- `<u></u>` for underline
|
||||
- `<s></s>` or `<strike></strike>` for strikethrough
|
||||
- `<sup></sup>` for superscript
|
||||
- `<sub></sub>` for subscript
|
||||
- `<pre></pre>` for preformatted text (preserves spaces and line breaks)
|
||||
- `<code></code>` for code
|
||||
- `<small></small>` for smaller text
|
||||
- `<em></em>` for emphasized text
|
||||
- `<strong></strong>` for important text
|
||||
- `<mark></mark>` for highlighted text
|
||||
|
||||
### Lists:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<ul></ul>` for unordered lists
|
||||
- `<ol></ol>` for ordered lists
|
||||
- `<li></li>` for list items
|
||||
|
||||
### Links and Images:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<a href=""></a>` for links
|
||||
- `<img src="" />` for images
|
||||
|
||||
### Headings:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<h1></h1>` to `<h6></h6>` for headings
|
||||
|
||||
### Other Elements:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<div></div>` for divisions or sections
|
||||
- `<span></span>` for span of text
|
||||
- `<br />` for line breaks
|
||||
- `<hr />` for thematic break (horizontal line)
|
||||
- `<table></table>`, `<tr></tr>`, `<th></th>`, and `<td></td>` for tables
|
||||
|
||||
### Styling with CSS:
|
||||
|
||||
- You can use inline CSS styles with the `style` attribute, for example: `<p style="color:red;"></p>`.
|
||||
- Anki also allows you to add global CSS styling in the card types window. For more customization, consider learning about CSS properties like `font-size`, `font-weight`, `color`, `background-color`, `margin`, `padding`, and `border`.
|
||||
|
||||
# Effective Flashcard Design: Principles and Applications
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 1: Learning Principles
|
||||
|
||||
### Minimalism
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** One question or idea per card to avoid information overload.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** The flashcard's title or primary heading should be the question or idea. Break down complex concepts into multiple simple flashcards. Keep definitions or explanations brief.
|
||||
|
||||
**Example:** Instead of one card for "The stages of photosynthesis", create separate cards for each stage.
|
||||
|
||||
### Visual Hierarchy
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Use typography, color, and layout to guide the reader's eye and make information easy to scan.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use different font sizes for headings and body text. Use bullet points and numbered lists. Highlight key terms in bold or italics. Use color sparingly to emphasize important elements.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consistency
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Consistent formatting enhances usability and understanding.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use a style guide or template for flashcards. Include standards for fonts, colors, and layouts, and for structuring and presenting information.
|
||||
|
||||
**Example:** Standardize the color scheme and font types across all flashcards for a uniform look.
|
||||
|
||||
### Use of Images
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Images should enhance understanding, not distract or clutter.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use images to illustrate concepts. Ensure images are clear, appropriately sized, and related to the content. Use original diagrams or pictures where possible. Be mindful of copyright and attribution for images.
|
||||
|
||||
### Color Coding
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Colors can categorize and help retrieve information.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use different color backgrounds or text for flashcards on different topics or question types. Use a limited number of colors to avoid confusion. Ensure colors are accessible to all users, including those with color blindness.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** White space improves readability and comprehension.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Leave ample space around text and between elements on the card. This includes line-height for a comfortable reading experience.
|
||||
|
||||
### Font Choice
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Fonts should be easy to read.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use standard, easy-to-read fonts like Arial, Helvetica, or Times New Roman. Sans-serif fonts work well for headings and short text, while serif fonts are good for longer text. Keep font size in the range of 12-16 points for body text and 18-30 points for headings.
|
||||
|
||||
### Interleaving
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Mixing different kinds of problems or material can improve learning.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Shuffle your flashcards or create and study decks that include a variety of questions or topics. Use tags in Anki to categorize your cards, then use custom study sessions to review a mixture of cards from different tags.
|
||||
|
||||
### Testing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Recalling an answer strengthens memory.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Actively use your flashcards. Try to recall the answer before you flip the card. Consider using cloze deletion or fill-in-the-blank questions for advanced testing.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Spacing study out over time improves learning.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Review your flashcards regularly, but not all at once. Consider using a flashcard app with spaced repetition. In Anki, adjust the intervals for individual cards to suit your learning speed and the difficulty of the material.
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 2: Anki-Specific Tips
|
||||
|
||||
### Using LaTeX for Math Formulas:
|
||||
|
||||
If you're studying a subject that involves complex math formulas, consider using LaTeX. Here's an example of how to input the quadratic formula:
|
||||
|
||||
```latex
|
||||
[latex]x = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}[/latex]
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Adding Sound Files:
|
||||
|
||||
For language learning, Anki allows you to add sound files to your cards, which can be beneficial for improving pronunciation and comprehension skills.
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 3: HTML and CSS for Anki Cards
|
||||
|
||||
### Text Formatting:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<b></b>` for **bold** text
|
||||
- `<i></i>` for _italic_ text
|
||||
- `<u></u>` for underline
|
||||
- `<s></s>` or `<strike></strike>` for strikethrough
|
||||
- `<sup></sup>` for superscript
|
||||
- `<sub></sub>` for subscript
|
||||
- `<pre></pre>` for preformatted text (preserves spaces and line breaks)
|
||||
- `<code></code>` for code
|
||||
- `<small></small>` for smaller text
|
||||
- `<em></em>` for emphasized text
|
||||
- `<strong></strong>` for important text
|
||||
- `<mark></mark>` for highlighted text
|
||||
|
||||
### Lists:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<ul></ul>` for unordered lists
|
||||
- `<ol></ol>` for ordered lists
|
||||
- `<li></li>` for list items
|
||||
|
||||
### Links and Images:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<a href=""></a>` for links
|
||||
- `<img src="" />` for images
|
||||
|
||||
### Headings:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<h1></h1>` to `<h6></h6>` for headings
|
||||
|
||||
### Other Elements:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<div></div>` for divisions or sections
|
||||
- `<span></span>` for span of text
|
||||
- `<br />` for line breaks
|
||||
- `<hr />` for thematic break (horizontal line)
|
||||
- `<table></table>`, `<tr></tr>`, `<th></th>`, and `<td></td>` for tables
|
||||
|
||||
### Explanation of Elements:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<div>` vs `<span>`: `<div>` is a block-level element, while `<span>` is an inline element.
|
||||
- `<em>` and `<i>`, `<strong>` and `<b>`: `<em>` and `<strong>` tags are used to emphasize text, changing its meaning, while `<i>` and `<b>` are used for stylistic changes.
|
||||
|
||||
### Styling with CSS:
|
||||
|
||||
- Inline CSS styles with the `style` attribute: `<p style="color:red;"></p>`
|
||||
- Anki also allows global CSS styling in the Card Types window. CSS properties like `font-size`, `font-weight`, `color`, `background-color`, `margin`, `padding`, and `border`.
|
||||
|
||||
### CSS Basics:
|
||||
|
||||
- **Inline CSS:** Applied directly within the HTML element.
|
||||
- **Internal CSS:** Included within the `<head>` section of the HTML document.
|
||||
- **External CSS:** Included as a separate file (with a .css extension).
|
||||
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
```
|
||||
@@ -1,10 +0,0 @@
|
||||
Please classify that information into one or more of the following hashtags: #GeneralKnowledge, #History, #Science, #Technology, #Arts, #Geography, #Economy, #Politics, #Health, #Environment, #Education, #Psychology, #Philosophy, #Culture, #Languages, #PersonalDevelopment, #Career, #Travel, #Entertainment, #Sports and give me the hashtags in csv format
|
||||
|
||||
Article Title: [Insert Article Title] Article Summary: [Insert Article Summary or a Brief Description]
|
||||
|
||||
What are the most suitable hashtags for this article?"
|
||||
|
||||
By providing the article's title and a brief summary or description, you can help ChatGPT accurately identify the relevant hashtags for your article. Remember to replace the placeholders with the actual information for each new article you add to your knowledge database.
|
||||
|
||||
|
||||
#Technology, #Education, #PersonalDevelopment, #Productivity
|
||||
@@ -1,53 +0,0 @@
|
||||
## Comprehensive Font Guide for SMMA and Content Creation
|
||||
|
||||
### Serif Fonts
|
||||
|
||||
#### 1. Georgia
|
||||
- **Classification**: Transitional Serif
|
||||
- **Popular Usage**: Web and print text, especially at small sizes
|
||||
- **Best Practices**: Ideal for long text and small sizes, as well as on-screen reading
|
||||
- **Web Safety**: Excellent, default font in most browsers
|
||||
- **Optimal Size Range**: Any size, particularly strong in small to medium print
|
||||
- **Variations**: Georgia Pro
|
||||
- **Commercial Usage**: Free for commercial use
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Other serif fonts like Palatino, Baskerville, etc. -->
|
||||
|
||||
### Sans-Serif Fonts
|
||||
|
||||
#### 1. Arial
|
||||
- **Classification**: Neo-grotesque Sans-serif
|
||||
- **Popular Usage**: Body text, signage, screen use
|
||||
- **Best Practices**: Versatile across print and digital, suitable for body and header text
|
||||
- **Web Safety**: Excellent, default font in most browsers
|
||||
- **Optimal Size Range**: Any size
|
||||
- **Variations**: Arial MT, Arial Rounded
|
||||
- **Commercial Usage**: Free for commercial use
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Other sans-serif fonts like Verdana, Calibri, etc. -->
|
||||
|
||||
### Monospaced Fonts
|
||||
|
||||
#### 1. Courier
|
||||
- **Classification**: Monospaced
|
||||
- **Popular Usage**: Screenplays, coding, documents requiring fixed width
|
||||
- **Best Practices**: Ideal for situations where fixed-width is beneficial
|
||||
- **Web Safety**: Good, common on many systems
|
||||
- **Optimal Size Range**: Any size
|
||||
- **Variations**: Courier New, Courier Prime
|
||||
- **Commercial Usage**: Free for commercial use
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Other monospaced fonts like Monaco, Consolas, etc. -->
|
||||
|
||||
### Display Fonts
|
||||
|
||||
#### 1. Impact
|
||||
- **Classification**: Sans-serif, Display
|
||||
- **Popular Usage**: Headlines, posters, memes
|
||||
- **Best Practices**: Best for short texts and large sizes
|
||||
- **Web Safety**: Good, available on many systems
|
||||
- **Optimal Size Range**: Medium to large sizes
|
||||
- **Variations**: N/A
|
||||
- **Commercial Usage**: Free for commercial use
|
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|
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|
||||
# Sphere of Sync
|
||||
|
||||
## Conceptual Focus
|
||||
Sphere of Sync is a holistic, all-encompassing life management system. It's designed to bring together various aspects of life - personal growth, business tasks, and relationships - into a harmonious and synchronized sphere.
|
||||
|
||||
### Tagline Ideas
|
||||
- "Harmonizing Life's Many Facets"
|
||||
- "Your Life, In Perfect Harmony"
|
||||
- "Synchronize Your World"
|
||||
|
||||
## Imagery and Branding
|
||||
The branding for Sphere of Sync includes visuals of interconnected circles or a globe, symbolizing the comprehensive nature of the system. The color schemes are balanced and harmonious, reflecting tranquility and organization.
|
||||
|
||||
## System Features
|
||||
Sphere of Sync emphasizes seamless integration across different life domains, with features like synchronized calendars, unified task management, and integrated goal setting.
|
||||
|
||||
## Table of Contents
|
||||
1. [Personal Growth Sphere](#personal-growth-sphere)
|
||||
2. [Business Sphere](#business-sphere)
|
||||
3. [Relationship Sphere](#relationship-sphere)
|
||||
4. [Implementation and Workflow](#implementation-and-workflow)
|
||||
5. [Data Management](#data-management)
|
||||
6. [Collaboration and Sharing](#collaboration-and-sharing)
|
||||
|
||||
## Personal Growth Sphere
|
||||
Focuses on individual development, encompassing goal tracking, habit formation, and daily reflections.
|
||||
|
||||
### Key Features
|
||||
- Goal Tracking
|
||||
- Habit Formation
|
||||
- Daily Reflections
|
||||
|
||||
## Business Sphere
|
||||
Aids in managing professional tasks and projects, ensuring efficient workflow and accountability.
|
||||
|
||||
### Key Features
|
||||
- Project Management
|
||||
- Communication Logs
|
||||
|
||||
## Relationship Sphere
|
||||
Dedicated to strengthening personal relationships through quality time planning, shared goals, and expressions of gratitude.
|
||||
|
||||
### Key Features
|
||||
- Quality Time Planning
|
||||
- Shared Goals
|
||||
- Expressions of Gratitude
|
||||
|
||||
## Implementation and Workflow
|
||||
- Standardized templates for recurring entries.
|
||||
- Regular reviews within each sphere.
|
||||
- Collaborative access with appropriate permissions.
|
||||
|
||||
## Data Management
|
||||
- Utilizes CSV, Markdown, and JSON formats for efficient data handling and backup.
|
||||
|
||||
## Collaboration and Sharing
|
||||
- Shared Notion pages with partners or team members.
|
||||
- Defined access levels for viewing and editing.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
Sphere of Sync provides a structured yet flexible framework to manage and enhance all aspects of your personal, professional, and relational life.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
# Sphere of Sync - MVP Documentation
|
||||
|
||||
## Overview
|
||||
Sphere of Sync is an all-encompassing life management system, designed to harmonize the personal, professional, and relational aspects of life.
|
||||
|
||||
## Table of Contents
|
||||
1. [Personal Growth Sphere](#personal-growth-sphere)
|
||||
2. [Business Sphere](#business-sphere)
|
||||
3. [Relationship Sphere](#relationship-sphere)
|
||||
|
||||
## Personal Growth Sphere
|
||||
This sphere focuses on individual development, including goal tracking, habit formation, and daily reflections.
|
||||
|
||||
### Features
|
||||
- **Goal Tracking:** Use a table or database in Notion for listing and tracking personal goals.
|
||||
- **Habit Formation:** Implement a habit tracker to monitor daily or weekly habits.
|
||||
- **Daily Reflections:** Create a journal template for daily use.
|
||||
|
||||
### Tools and Integrations
|
||||
- Use CSV for exporting goals and habits.
|
||||
- Write journal entries in Markdown.
|
||||
|
||||
## Business Sphere
|
||||
This sphere aids in managing professional tasks and projects.
|
||||
|
||||
### Features
|
||||
- **Project Management:** Set up a Kanban board in Notion for managing tasks and projects.
|
||||
- **Communication Logs:** Maintain logs for key communications and decisions.
|
||||
|
||||
### Tools and Integrations
|
||||
- Integrate with Google Calendar for task scheduling.
|
||||
- Use Markdown for creating structured documentation.
|
||||
|
||||
## Relationship Sphere
|
||||
This sphere is dedicated to nurturing personal relationships through planning and shared activities.
|
||||
|
||||
### Features
|
||||
- **Quality Time Planning:** Use a shared calendar in Notion to schedule and track activities.
|
||||
- **Shared Goals:** Create a space for documenting and tracking joint goals.
|
||||
- **Expressions of Gratitude:** Maintain a shared journal or log.
|
||||
|
||||
### Tools and Integrations
|
||||
- Sync with Google Calendar for shared events.
|
||||
- Use Markdown/CSV for documenting goals and gratitude entries.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
*Sphere of Sync is structured to provide a balanced approach to managing the various facets of your life, ensuring harmony and synchronization across personal, professional, and relational domains.*
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
# Sphere of Sync - MVP Documentation
|
||||
|
||||
## Overview
|
||||
Sphere of Sync is an all-encompassing life management system, designed to harmonize the personal, professional, and relational aspects of life.
|
||||
|
||||
## Table of Contents
|
||||
1. [Personal Growth Sphere](#personal-growth-sphere)
|
||||
2. [Business Sphere](#business-sphere)
|
||||
3. [Relationship Sphere](#relationship-sphere)
|
||||
|
||||
## Personal Growth Sphere
|
||||
This sphere focuses on individual development, including goal tracking, habit formation, and daily reflections.
|
||||
|
||||
### Features
|
||||
#### Goal Tracking
|
||||
- **Action Steps:**
|
||||
- Create a new page in Notion named "Goal Tracking."
|
||||
- Set up a table or database with columns for 'Goal', 'Deadline', 'Progress', and 'Notes'.
|
||||
- Regularly update the table as you make progress or adjustments to your goals.
|
||||
- Review and revise your goals periodically to keep them relevant and challenging.
|
||||
|
||||
#### Habit Formation
|
||||
- **Action Steps:**
|
||||
- Establish a new page in Notion titled "Habit Tracker."
|
||||
- Implement a simple table or use Notion's built-in templates to track habits.
|
||||
- Include columns for 'Habit', 'Frequency', 'Streak', and 'Last Completed'.
|
||||
- Check off or update the tracker daily or as per the set frequency.
|
||||
|
||||
#### Daily Reflections
|
||||
- **Action Steps:**
|
||||
- Create a page in Notion named "Daily Reflections."
|
||||
- Design a daily journal template that includes prompts or sections like 'Today’s Achievements', 'Challenges Faced', 'Gratitude', and 'Plans for Tomorrow'.
|
||||
- Dedicate time each day to fill in this journal, reflecting on your day and planning for the next.
|
||||
|
||||
### Tools and Integrations
|
||||
- Use CSV for exporting goals and habits.
|
||||
- Write journal entries in Markdown.
|
||||
|
||||
## Business Sphere
|
||||
This sphere aids in managing professional tasks and projects.
|
||||
... [content continues] ...
|
||||
|
||||
## Relationship Sphere
|
||||
This sphere is dedicated to nurturing personal relationships through planning and shared activities.
|
||||
... [content continues] ...
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
*Sphere of Sync is structured to provide a balanced approach to managing the various facets of your life, ensuring harmony and synchronization across personal, professional, and relational domains.*
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
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|
||||
# Daily Guide
|
||||
|
||||
This guide is designed to help teens, especially those struggling with behavior issues, staying on task, and forgetfulness, to navigate their day with purpose and improvement in mind. Each section includes key behaviors to focus on and simple, actionable steps that can make a big difference.
|
||||
|
||||
## Morning Routine
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Wake Up With Intention**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Mindfulness
|
||||
- **Action**: Start the day with a deep breath and set a positive intention for the day.
|
||||
|
||||
2. **Plan Your Day**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Responsibility
|
||||
- **Action**: Review your schedule and to-do list. Identify the top three priorities for the day.
|
||||
|
||||
3. **Breakfast and Preparation**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Self-Discipline
|
||||
- **Action**: Eat a healthy breakfast and ensure you have all you need for school (homework, books, etc.).
|
||||
|
||||
## School Time
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Engage With Empathy**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Empathy
|
||||
- **Action**: Make an effort to understand where others are coming from in conversations and disagreements.
|
||||
|
||||
2. **Stay on Task**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Self-Discipline
|
||||
- **Action**: Use a planner or app to track assignments and break work into manageable chunks.
|
||||
|
||||
3. **Ask for Help When Needed**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Communication
|
||||
- **Action**: If you're struggling with a concept or task, ask a teacher or peer for clarification.
|
||||
|
||||
## After School
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Homework First**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Responsibility
|
||||
- **Action**: Start your homework before engaging in leisure activities to ensure it gets done.
|
||||
|
||||
2. **Practice Gratitude**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Gratitude
|
||||
- **Action**: Write down or mentally note one thing you were grateful for today.
|
||||
|
||||
3. **Take a Mindful Break**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Mindfulness
|
||||
- **Action**: Spend 5-10 minutes in quiet, focusing on your breath to reset and calm your mind.
|
||||
|
||||
## Evening
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Reflect on the Day**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Critical Thinking
|
||||
- **Action**: Think about what went well today and one thing you'd like to improve tomorrow.
|
||||
|
||||
2. **Prepare for Tomorrow**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Adaptability
|
||||
- **Action**: Check your schedule for the next day and prepare anything you need in advance.
|
||||
|
||||
3. **Wind Down**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Self-Discipline
|
||||
- **Action**: Choose a relaxing activity that doesn't involve screens to help you wind down before bed.
|
||||
|
||||
## Weekly Extras
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Learn Something New**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Lifelong Learning
|
||||
- **Action**: Dedicate time each week to explore a new interest or hobby.
|
||||
|
||||
2. **Solve a Problem**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Problem-Solving
|
||||
- **Action**: Identify a challenge you're facing and come up with a plan to tackle it.
|
||||
|
||||
3. **Collaborate on a Project**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Collaboration
|
||||
- **Action**: Work on a project with friends or family members, focusing on teamwork and shared goals.
|
||||
|
||||
4. **Perform Acts of Kindness**
|
||||
- **Behavior**: Generosity
|
||||
- **Action**: Look for opportunities to help or be kind to others without expecting anything in return.
|
||||
|
||||
## Notes for Success
|
||||
|
||||
- Remember, it's okay to have off days. What matters is getting back on track.
|
||||
- Celebrate small victories and progress towards your goals.
|
||||
- Be patient with yourself. Growth and improvement take time.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
# Key Behaviors for Teens Working Through Challenges
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Empathy**: Trying to see things from someone else’s viewpoint, even if you initially don’t agree or understand. Imagine why a classmate might act out because they’re having a tough time at home.
|
||||
|
||||
2. **Communication**: Sharing your thoughts in a way that’s clear and calm, and really listening when others talk to you. It’s like explaining why you’re upset without yelling or shutting down.
|
||||
|
||||
3. **Critical Thinking**: Questioning stuff instead of just taking it at face value, like rumors or things you see on social media. Think about why someone might be spreading false info.
|
||||
|
||||
4. **Resilience**: Getting back up after something knocks you down, whether it’s failing a test or having a disagreement with a friend. It’s about not giving up, even when it’s tempting.
|
||||
|
||||
5. **Self-Discipline**: Working on controlling impulses, like not snapping back when you’re angry or managing the urge to skip homework for gaming. Setting small, daily goals can help.
|
||||
|
||||
6. **Gratitude**: Finding one thing each day that’s good, even on bad days. Could be something small, like a joke that made you laugh or someone holding the door for you.
|
||||
|
||||
7. **Respect for Others**: Treating people kindly, even when you’re in a bad mood or disagree with them. Remember, everyone’s fighting their own battles.
|
||||
|
||||
8. **Integrity**: Doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching or it’s hard. Like admitting to a mistake instead of blaming someone else.
|
||||
|
||||
9. **Lifelong Learning**: Keeping an open mind and being willing to learn new things, which can be a way to find new interests or hobbies that excite you.
|
||||
|
||||
10. **Adaptability**: Rolling with the punches when plans change or things don’t go your way. It’s about finding ways to deal with new situations without getting too stressed.
|
||||
|
||||
11. **Generosity**: Sharing time, attention, or things you no longer need with others. Helping out at home or with friends without being asked can make a big difference.
|
||||
|
||||
12. **Mindfulness**: Taking a moment to breathe and focus when you’re feeling overwhelmed or angry. It can help you respond to situations more calmly.
|
||||
|
||||
13. **Problem-Solving**: Tackling issues head-on, whether it’s figuring out how to make up with a friend or how to improve your grades. Breaking the problem down into smaller steps can help.
|
||||
|
||||
14. **Collaboration**: Working together with others towards a common goal, like a group project. It means listening to others’ ideas and contributing your own.
|
||||
|
||||
15. **Responsibility**: Accepting the outcomes of your actions, like the consequences of breaking rules, and learning from them instead of repeating the same mistakes.
|
||||
|
||||
These behaviors are especially helpful if you’re working through challenges. Developing these skills can make a big difference in how you handle tough situations and interact with others around you.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
# Actionable Challenges for Personal Growth
|
||||
|
||||
## Empathy Challenge
|
||||
1. Each day, choose one conversation where opinions differ.
|
||||
2. Actively listen, trying to fully understand the other's perspective without interrupting.
|
||||
3. After the conversation, jot down what you learned about their viewpoint and how it affected your understanding.
|
||||
|
||||
## Communication Challenge
|
||||
1. Identify one aspect of your communication to improve (e.g., listening, clarity, non-verbal cues).
|
||||
2. Practice this improvement in all conversations for a month.
|
||||
3. Weekly, reflect on and note any changes in your interactions or relationships.
|
||||
|
||||
## Critical Thinking Challenge
|
||||
1. Pick a new controversial issue each week.
|
||||
2. Spend time researching various perspectives and evidence on the topic.
|
||||
3. Write a brief summary of your findings and how your perspective has evolved.
|
||||
|
||||
## Resilience Challenge
|
||||
1. Set a challenging but achievable personal goal.
|
||||
2. Outline the steps you need to take and track your progress daily.
|
||||
3. Reflect on the obstacles you faced and how you overcame them at the end of the challenge.
|
||||
|
||||
## Self-Discipline Challenge
|
||||
1. Choose a habit you want to develop or break.
|
||||
2. Create a daily tracker for your progress over the next 30 days.
|
||||
3. At the end of each week, review your progress, celebrate successes, and strategize for any setbacks.
|
||||
|
||||
## Gratitude Challenge
|
||||
1. Write down three things you're grateful for each day.
|
||||
2. At the end of the month, reflect on how this practice has influenced your mood and outlook.
|
||||
|
||||
## Respect for Others Challenge
|
||||
1. Make a conscious effort to show respect in every interaction, especially when disagreeing, for two weeks.
|
||||
2. Keep a log of instances where showing respect was challenging and how you managed it.
|
||||
3. Reflect on how this practice has affected your relationships.
|
||||
|
||||
## Integrity Challenge
|
||||
1. Commit to making decisions based on your moral principles for one month.
|
||||
2. Journal about any dilemmas you face and how you resolved them in line with your values.
|
||||
3. Reflect on how this has impacted your self-respect and relationships.
|
||||
|
||||
## Lifelong Learning Challenge
|
||||
1. Choose a new skill or topic to learn about.
|
||||
2. Dedicate some time each day to this learning for one month.
|
||||
3. Share what you've learned and how it has benefited you with others at the end of the challenge.
|
||||
|
||||
## Adaptability Challenge
|
||||
1. Each week, intentionally place yourself in a situation that is outside your comfort zone.
|
||||
2. Reflect daily on what you learned from these experiences and how you adapted.
|
||||
3. Summarize your key learnings about adaptability at the end of the month.
|
||||
|
||||
## Generosity Challenge
|
||||
1. Commit to performing at least one act of kindness each day.
|
||||
2. Note the act and any reactions observed.
|
||||
3. Reflect on how this practice has affected your perception of generosity and its impact.
|
||||
|
||||
## Mindfulness Challenge
|
||||
1. Practice mindfulness meditation for 10 minutes daily.
|
||||
2. Keep a journal of your experiences, noting any changes in stress levels or focus.
|
||||
3. Reflect on the overall impact of this practice at the end of the month.
|
||||
|
||||
## Problem-Solving Challenge
|
||||
1. Identify a problem you've been avoiding each week.
|
||||
2. Break down the problem-solving process into steps and tackle them throughout the week.
|
||||
3. Document your strategy and reflections on the process.
|
||||
|
||||
## Collaboration Challenge
|
||||
1. Engage in a project or activity that requires teamwork.
|
||||
2. After each collaboration session, note what went well and what could be improved.
|
||||
3. Reflect on your key learnings about teamwork and collaboration at the project's conclusion.
|
||||
|
||||
## Responsibility Challenge
|
||||
1. Take full accountability for your actions and their outcomes for one month.
|
||||
2. Daily, reflect on decisions made and their consequences.
|
||||
3. Summarize how this practice has influenced your approach to decision-making and relationships.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
# Guide to Practicing Essential Human Behaviors
|
||||
|
||||
This guide is designed to help individuals focus on and practice essential human behaviors that are foundational for personal growth, fulfilling relationships, and successful professional lives. Below, you'll find a list of behaviors considered universally important, followed by challenges designed to encourage active engagement and improvement in each area.
|
||||
|
||||
## Essential Human Behaviors
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Empathy**: Understanding and sharing the feelings of another to improve relationships and foster compassion.
|
||||
2. **Communication**: Expressing oneself clearly and listening actively for successful interactions.
|
||||
3. **Critical Thinking**: Thinking clearly and rationally, understanding logical connections between ideas for informed decision-making.
|
||||
4. **Resilience**: Recovering quickly from difficulties to cope with challenges and persevere.
|
||||
5. **Self-Discipline**: Controlling one’s feelings and overcoming weaknesses to achieve goals.
|
||||
6. **Gratitude**: Recognizing and appreciating the good in one’s life for enhanced mental health.
|
||||
7. **Respect for Others**: Treating others with dignity and consideration, essential for a harmonious society.
|
||||
8. **Integrity**: Being honest and having strong moral principles for trustworthiness and credibility.
|
||||
9. **Lifelong Learning**: Pursuing knowledge continuously for personal and professional growth.
|
||||
10. **Adaptability**: Adjusting to new conditions for success in a rapidly changing world.
|
||||
11. **Generosity**: Giving to others to foster community and connection.
|
||||
12. **Mindfulness**: Being present and fully engaged with the moment to reduce stress and increase happiness.
|
||||
13. **Problem-Solving**: Finding solutions to difficult issues, invaluable across all life areas.
|
||||
14. **Collaboration**: Working effectively with others, essential in both personal and professional realms.
|
||||
15. **Responsibility**: Taking ownership of one's actions and their consequences for reliability and trust.
|
||||
|
||||
## Challenges to Practice These Behaviors
|
||||
|
||||
Each challenge is designed to engage individuals in active practice of the essential behaviors listed above.
|
||||
|
||||
### Empathy Challenge
|
||||
Spend a week actively trying to understand others' perspectives, especially in disagreement, and reflect on the impact.
|
||||
|
||||
### Communication Challenge
|
||||
Focus on improving one aspect of your communication for a month, noticing the effect on your relationships.
|
||||
|
||||
### Critical Thinking Challenge
|
||||
Research and reflect on a controversial topic weekly from multiple perspectives to develop a well-rounded view.
|
||||
|
||||
### Resilience Challenge
|
||||
Set and overcome a challenging goal, documenting the journey and reflecting on the growth experienced.
|
||||
|
||||
### Self-Discipline Challenge
|
||||
Track progress in developing or breaking a habit for 30 days, celebrating successes and learning from setbacks.
|
||||
|
||||
### Gratitude Challenge
|
||||
Note three things you're grateful for daily for a month, observing mood and outlook changes.
|
||||
|
||||
### Respect for Others Challenge
|
||||
Show respect in all interactions for two weeks, reflecting on the effects.
|
||||
|
||||
### Integrity Challenge
|
||||
Make integrity-driven decisions for a month, journaling about the experiences.
|
||||
|
||||
### Lifelong Learning Challenge
|
||||
Learn something new for a month, sharing your journey and insights at the end.
|
||||
|
||||
### Adaptability Challenge
|
||||
Intentionally place yourself in new or unfamiliar situations, reflecting on your adaptability.
|
||||
|
||||
### Generosity Challenge
|
||||
Perform daily acts of generosity for a month, reflecting on the impact.
|
||||
|
||||
### Mindfulness Challenge
|
||||
Practice mindfulness daily for a month, noting changes in stress, focus, and well-being.
|
||||
|
||||
### Problem-Solving Challenge
|
||||
Address and document tackling a weekly problem, reflecting on effective strategies.
|
||||
|
||||
### Collaboration Challenge
|
||||
Participate in a collaborative project, reflecting on the experience and learning about teamwork.
|
||||
|
||||
### Responsibility Challenge
|
||||
Take full responsibility for your actions for a month, reflecting on decision-making and relationships.
|
||||
|
||||
This cohesive guide combines information on essential human behaviors with practical challenges designed to foster growth and improvement in these areas. By engaging with these challenges, individuals can work towards leading more fulfilling and successful lives.
|
||||
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|
||||
## Boat Sale and Pop-up Storage Preparation
|
||||
|
||||
## Boat Sale Preparation
|
||||
|
||||
- Deadline: May 1st
|
||||
- Task Breakdown:
|
||||
|
||||
### Photography
|
||||
|
||||
- Take pictures of the boat with cover on
|
||||
- Take pictures of the frame for the cover
|
||||
|
||||
### Remove Items from Boat
|
||||
|
||||
- Remove fire pit
|
||||
- Remove gas grill (leave grill brackets for new owner)
|
||||
- Remove propane rack and tank
|
||||
- Remove propane lines
|
||||
|
||||
### Boat Cleaning
|
||||
|
||||
- Clean up boat
|
||||
- Take pictures after cleaning
|
||||
|
||||
### Listing
|
||||
|
||||
- Post on Facebook Marketplace
|
||||
- Price: $6500 with both motors or $6000 without the 35HP motor
|
||||
|
||||
### Addressing Issues (Optional)
|
||||
|
||||
- Non-functional gauges: Speedometer, RPM, temperature
|
||||
- Hole in front of the console
|
||||
|
||||
### Inclusions
|
||||
|
||||
- Sell boat with all life vests
|
||||
- Offer all stuff/parts in the garage
|
||||
|
||||
## Pop-up Storage Installation at Mike's House
|
||||
|
||||
### New Gate Installation
|
||||
|
||||
- Dig out holes for new 4x4 posts
|
||||
- Set new 4x4 posts and concrete posts into the ground
|
||||
- Stabilize posts to set
|
||||
- Allow concrete to dry for several days
|
||||
|
||||
### Build new gates
|
||||
|
||||
- Install hardware for installation
|
||||
- Determine and purchase gate frame hardware, hinges, latch, screws/bolts, and wheels
|
||||
|
||||
### Pop-up Storage
|
||||
|
||||
- Place camper on Mike's lawn temporarily if the new gate is not completed before May
|
||||
- Limit the time on the lawn for security reasons
|
||||
|
||||
### Boat Storage Contingency Plan
|
||||
|
||||
- In case the boat is not sold by the time the rental space needs to be vacated, find a temporary storage location for the boat.
|
||||
@@ -1,34 +0,0 @@
|
||||
**Notion Setup for Daily Sprints**
|
||||
|
||||
**1. Create Main Pages:**
|
||||
|
||||
- Personal
|
||||
- Business
|
||||
- Relationship
|
||||
|
||||
**2. Organize Page Content:**
|
||||
|
||||
- **Add sections or subpages** for specific topics within each page.
|
||||
- **Integrate Kanban boards** (optional) for task management.
|
||||
- **Create databases** to track goals and progress.
|
||||
|
||||
**3. Shared Notes and Action Items:**
|
||||
|
||||
- Add a dedicated section on each page for capturing key points, decisions, and action items from your sprints.
|
||||
|
||||
**4. Integrations (optional):**
|
||||
|
||||
- Link relevant Google Docs, online resources, or external tools within your Notion pages.
|
||||
|
||||
**5. Customize and Adapt:**
|
||||
|
||||
- Experiment with different configurations to find what works best for you.
|
||||
- Add/remove sections as needed.
|
||||
- Adapt the system based on your evolving needs.
|
||||
|
||||
**Additional Tips:**
|
||||
|
||||
- Use clear labels, icons, and colors for visual organization.
|
||||
- Set up a shared Google Calendar to schedule your daily sprints.
|
||||
- Consider using timers to manage time allocation during sprints (optional).
|
||||
- Communicate regularly with your partner to discuss adjustments and feedback.
|
||||
@@ -1,378 +0,0 @@
|
||||
# Effective Flashcard Design: Principles and Applications
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 1: Learning Principles
|
||||
|
||||
### Minimalism
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** One question or idea per card to avoid information overload.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** The flashcard's title or primary heading should be the question or idea. Break down complex concepts into multiple simple flashcards. Keep definitions or explanations brief.
|
||||
|
||||
**Example:** Instead of one card for "The stages of photosynthesis", create separate cards for each stage.
|
||||
|
||||
### Visual Hierarchy
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Use typography, color, and layout to guide the reader's eye and make information easy to scan.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use different font sizes for headings and body text. Use bullet points and numbered lists. Highlight key terms in bold or italics. Use color sparingly to emphasize important elements.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consistency
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Consistent formatting enhances usability and understanding.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use a style guide or template for flashcards. Include standards for fonts, colors, and layouts, and for structuring and presenting information.
|
||||
|
||||
**Example:** Standardize the color scheme and font types across all flashcards for a uniform look.
|
||||
|
||||
### Use of Images
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Images should enhance understanding, not distract or clutter.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use images to illustrate concepts. Ensure images are clear, appropriately sized, and related to the content. Use original diagrams or pictures where possible. Be mindful of copyright and attribution for images.
|
||||
|
||||
### Color Coding
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Colors can categorize and help retrieve information.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use different color backgrounds or text for flashcards on different topics or question types. Use a limited number of colors to avoid confusion. Ensure colors are accessible to all users, including those with color blindness.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** White space improves readability and comprehension.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Leave ample space around text and between elements on the card. This includes line-height for a comfortable reading experience.
|
||||
|
||||
### Font Choice
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Fonts should be easy to read.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use standard, easy-to-read fonts like Arial, Helvetica, or Times New Roman. Sans-serif fonts work well for headings and short text, while serif fonts are good for longer text. Keep font size in the range of 12-16 points for body text and 18-30 points for headings.
|
||||
|
||||
### Interleaving
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Mixing different kinds of problems or material can improve learning.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Shuffle your flashcards or create and study decks that include a variety of questions or topics. Use tags in Anki to categorize your cards, then use custom study sessions to review a mixture of cards from different tags.
|
||||
|
||||
### Testing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Recalling an answer strengthens memory.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Actively use your flashcards. Try to recall the answer before you flip the card. Consider using cloze deletion or fill-in-the-blank questions for advanced testing.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Spacing study out over time improves learning.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Review your flashcards regularly, but not all at once. Consider using a flashcard app with spaced repetition. In Anki, adjust the intervals for individual cards to suit your learning speed and the difficulty of the material.
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 2: Anki-Specific Tips
|
||||
|
||||
### Using LaTeX for Math Formulas:
|
||||
|
||||
If you're studying a subject that involves complex math formulas, consider using LaTeX. Here's an example of how to input the quadratic formula:
|
||||
|
||||
```latex
|
||||
[latex]x = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}[/latex]
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Adding Sound Files:
|
||||
|
||||
For language learning, Anki allows you to add sound files to your cards, which can be beneficial for improving pronunciation and comprehension skills.
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 3: HTML and CSS for Anki Cards
|
||||
|
||||
### Text Formatting:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<b></b>` for **bold** text
|
||||
- `<i></i>` for _italic_ text
|
||||
- `<u></u>` for underline
|
||||
- `<s></s>` or `<strike></strike>` for strikethrough
|
||||
- `<sup></sup>` for superscript
|
||||
- `<sub></sub>` for subscript
|
||||
- `<pre></pre>` for preformatted text (preserves spaces and line breaks)
|
||||
- `<code></code>` for code
|
||||
- `<small></small>` for smaller text
|
||||
- `<em></em>` for emphasized text
|
||||
- `<strong></strong>` for important text
|
||||
- `<mark></mark>` for highlighted text
|
||||
|
||||
### Lists:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<ul></ul>` for unordered lists
|
||||
- `<ol></ol>` for ordered lists
|
||||
- `<li></li>` for list items
|
||||
|
||||
### Links and Images:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<a href=""></a>` for links
|
||||
- `<img src="" />` for images
|
||||
|
||||
### Headings:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<h1></h1>` to `<h6></h6>` for headings
|
||||
|
||||
### Other Elements:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<div></div>` for divisions or sections
|
||||
- `<span></span>` for span of text
|
||||
- `<br />` for line breaks
|
||||
- `<hr />` for thematic break (horizontal line)
|
||||
- `<table></table>`, `<tr></tr>`, `<th></th>`, and `<td></td>` for tables
|
||||
|
||||
### Explanation of Elements:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<div>` vs `<span>`: `<div>` is a block-level element, while `<span>` is an inline element.
|
||||
- `<em>` and `<i>`, `<strong>` and `<b>`: `<em>` and `<strong>` tags are used to emphasize text, changing its meaning, while `<i>` and `<b>` are used for stylistic changes.
|
||||
|
||||
### Styling with CSS:
|
||||
|
||||
- Inline CSS styles with the `style` attribute: `<p style="color:red;"></p>`
|
||||
- Anki also allows global CSS styling in the Card Types window. CSS properties like `font-size`, `font-weight`, `color`, `background-color`, `margin`, `padding`, and `border`.
|
||||
|
||||
### CSS Basics:
|
||||
|
||||
- **Inline CSS:** Applied directly within the HTML element.
|
||||
- **Internal CSS:** Included within the `<head>` section of the HTML document.
|
||||
- **External CSS:** Included as a separate file (with a .css extension).
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
# Effective Flashcard Design: Principles and Applications
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 1: Learning Principles
|
||||
|
||||
### Minimalism
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** One question or idea per card to avoid information overload.
|
||||
**Application:** The flashcard's title or primary heading should be the question or idea. Break down complex concepts into multiple simple flashcards. Keep definitions or explanations brief.
|
||||
**Example:** Instead of one card for "The stages of photosynthesis", create separate cards for each stage.
|
||||
|
||||
### Visual Hierarchy
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Use typography, color, and layout to guide the reader's eye and make information easy to scan.
|
||||
**Application:** Use different font sizes for headings and body text. Use bullet points and numbered lists. Highlight key terms in bold or italics. Use color sparingly to emphasize important elements.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consistency
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Consistent formatting enhances usability and understanding.
|
||||
**Application:** Use a style guide or template for flashcards. Include standards for fonts, colors, and layouts, and for structuring and presenting information.
|
||||
**Example:** Standardize the color scheme and font types across all flashcards for a uniform look.
|
||||
|
||||
### Use of Images
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Images should enhance understanding, not distract or clutter.
|
||||
**Application:** Use images to illustrate concepts. Ensure images are clear, appropriately sized, and related to the content. Use original diagrams or pictures where possible. Be mindful of copyright and attribution for images.
|
||||
|
||||
### Color Coding
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Colors can categorize and help retrieve information.
|
||||
**Application:** Use different color backgrounds or text for flashcards on different topics or question types. Use a limited number of colors to avoid confusion. Ensure colors are accessible to all users, including those with color blindness.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** White space improves readability and comprehension.
|
||||
**Application:** Leave ample space around text and between elements on the card. This includes line-height for a comfortable reading experience.
|
||||
|
||||
### Font Choice
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Fonts should be easy to read.
|
||||
**Application:** Use standard, easy-to-read fonts like Arial, Helvetica, or Times New Roman. Sans-serif fonts work well for headings and short text, while serif fonts are good for longer text. Keep font size in the range of 12-16 points for body text and 18-30 points for headings.
|
||||
|
||||
### Interleaving
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Mixing different kinds of problems or material can improve learning.
|
||||
**Application:** Shuffle your flashcards or create and study decks that include a variety of questions or topics. Use tags in Anki to categorize your cards, then use custom study sessions to review a mixture of cards from different tags.
|
||||
|
||||
### Testing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Recalling an answer strengthens memory.
|
||||
**Application:** Actively use your flashcards. Try to recall the answer before you flip the card. Consider using cloze deletion or fill-in-the-blank questions for advanced testing.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Spacing study out over time improves learning.
|
||||
**Application:** Review your flashcards regularly, but not all at once. Consider using a flashcard app with spaced repetition. In Anki, adjust the intervals for individual cards to suit your learning speed and the difficulty of the material.
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 2: HTML and CSS for Anki Cards
|
||||
|
||||
### Text Formatting:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<b></b>` for **bold** text
|
||||
- `<i></i>` for _italic_ text
|
||||
- `<u></u>` for underline
|
||||
- `<s></s>` or `<strike></strike>` for strikethrough
|
||||
- `<sup></sup>` for superscript
|
||||
- `<sub></sub>` for subscript
|
||||
- `<pre></pre>` for preformatted text (preserves spaces and line breaks)
|
||||
- `<code></code>` for code
|
||||
- `<small></small>` for smaller text
|
||||
- `<em></em>` for emphasized text
|
||||
- `<strong></strong>` for important text
|
||||
- `<mark></mark>` for highlighted text
|
||||
|
||||
### Lists:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<ul></ul>` for unordered lists
|
||||
- `<ol></ol>` for ordered lists
|
||||
- `<li></li>` for list items
|
||||
|
||||
### Links and Images:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<a href=""></a>` for links
|
||||
- `<img src="" />` for images
|
||||
|
||||
### Headings:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<h1></h1>` to `<h6></h6>` for headings
|
||||
|
||||
### Other Elements:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<div></div>` for divisions or sections
|
||||
- `<span></span>` for span of text
|
||||
- `<br />` for line breaks
|
||||
- `<hr />` for thematic break (horizontal line)
|
||||
- `<table></table>`, `<tr></tr>`, `<th></th>`, and `<td></td>` for tables
|
||||
|
||||
### Styling with CSS:
|
||||
|
||||
- You can use inline CSS styles with the `style` attribute, for example: `<p style="color:red;"></p>`.
|
||||
- Anki also allows you to add global CSS styling in the card types window. For more customization, consider learning about CSS properties like `font-size`, `font-weight`, `color`, `background-color`, `margin`, `padding`, and `border`.
|
||||
|
||||
# Effective Flashcard Design: Principles and Applications
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 1: Learning Principles
|
||||
|
||||
### Minimalism
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** One question or idea per card to avoid information overload.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** The flashcard's title or primary heading should be the question or idea. Break down complex concepts into multiple simple flashcards. Keep definitions or explanations brief.
|
||||
|
||||
**Example:** Instead of one card for "The stages of photosynthesis", create separate cards for each stage.
|
||||
|
||||
### Visual Hierarchy
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Use typography, color, and layout to guide the reader's eye and make information easy to scan.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use different font sizes for headings and body text. Use bullet points and numbered lists. Highlight key terms in bold or italics. Use color sparingly to emphasize important elements.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consistency
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Consistent formatting enhances usability and understanding.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use a style guide or template for flashcards. Include standards for fonts, colors, and layouts, and for structuring and presenting information.
|
||||
|
||||
**Example:** Standardize the color scheme and font types across all flashcards for a uniform look.
|
||||
|
||||
### Use of Images
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Images should enhance understanding, not distract or clutter.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use images to illustrate concepts. Ensure images are clear, appropriately sized, and related to the content. Use original diagrams or pictures where possible. Be mindful of copyright and attribution for images.
|
||||
|
||||
### Color Coding
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Colors can categorize and help retrieve information.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use different color backgrounds or text for flashcards on different topics or question types. Use a limited number of colors to avoid confusion. Ensure colors are accessible to all users, including those with color blindness.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** White space improves readability and comprehension.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Leave ample space around text and between elements on the card. This includes line-height for a comfortable reading experience.
|
||||
|
||||
### Font Choice
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Fonts should be easy to read.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Use standard, easy-to-read fonts like Arial, Helvetica, or Times New Roman. Sans-serif fonts work well for headings and short text, while serif fonts are good for longer text. Keep font size in the range of 12-16 points for body text and 18-30 points for headings.
|
||||
|
||||
### Interleaving
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Mixing different kinds of problems or material can improve learning.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Shuffle your flashcards or create and study decks that include a variety of questions or topics. Use tags in Anki to categorize your cards, then use custom study sessions to review a mixture of cards from different tags.
|
||||
|
||||
### Testing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Recalling an answer strengthens memory.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Actively use your flashcards. Try to recall the answer before you flip the card. Consider using cloze deletion or fill-in-the-blank questions for advanced testing.
|
||||
|
||||
### Spacing Effect
|
||||
|
||||
**Principle:** Spacing study out over time improves learning.
|
||||
|
||||
**Application:** Review your flashcards regularly, but not all at once. Consider using a flashcard app with spaced repetition. In Anki, adjust the intervals for individual cards to suit your learning speed and the difficulty of the material.
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 2: Anki-Specific Tips
|
||||
|
||||
### Using LaTeX for Math Formulas:
|
||||
|
||||
If you're studying a subject that involves complex math formulas, consider using LaTeX. Here's an example of how to input the quadratic formula:
|
||||
|
||||
```latex
|
||||
[latex]x = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}[/latex]
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Adding Sound Files:
|
||||
|
||||
For language learning, Anki allows you to add sound files to your cards, which can be beneficial for improving pronunciation and comprehension skills.
|
||||
|
||||
## Section 3: HTML and CSS for Anki Cards
|
||||
|
||||
### Text Formatting:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<b></b>` for **bold** text
|
||||
- `<i></i>` for _italic_ text
|
||||
- `<u></u>` for underline
|
||||
- `<s></s>` or `<strike></strike>` for strikethrough
|
||||
- `<sup></sup>` for superscript
|
||||
- `<sub></sub>` for subscript
|
||||
- `<pre></pre>` for preformatted text (preserves spaces and line breaks)
|
||||
- `<code></code>` for code
|
||||
- `<small></small>` for smaller text
|
||||
- `<em></em>` for emphasized text
|
||||
- `<strong></strong>` for important text
|
||||
- `<mark></mark>` for highlighted text
|
||||
|
||||
### Lists:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<ul></ul>` for unordered lists
|
||||
- `<ol></ol>` for ordered lists
|
||||
- `<li></li>` for list items
|
||||
|
||||
### Links and Images:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<a href=""></a>` for links
|
||||
- `<img src="" />` for images
|
||||
|
||||
### Headings:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<h1></h1>` to `<h6></h6>` for headings
|
||||
|
||||
### Other Elements:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<div></div>` for divisions or sections
|
||||
- `<span></span>` for span of text
|
||||
- `<br />` for line breaks
|
||||
- `<hr />` for thematic break (horizontal line)
|
||||
- `<table></table>`, `<tr></tr>`, `<th></th>`, and `<td></td>` for tables
|
||||
|
||||
### Explanation of Elements:
|
||||
|
||||
- `<div>` vs `<span>`: `<div>` is a block-level element, while `<span>` is an inline element.
|
||||
- `<em>` and `<i>`, `<strong>` and `<b>`: `<em>` and `<strong>` tags are used to emphasize text, changing its meaning, while `<i>` and `<b>` are used for stylistic changes.
|
||||
|
||||
### Styling with CSS:
|
||||
|
||||
- Inline CSS styles with the `style` attribute: `<p style="color:red;"></p>`
|
||||
- Anki also allows global CSS styling in the Card Types window. CSS properties like `font-size`, `font-weight`, `color`, `background-color`, `margin`, `padding`, and `border`.
|
||||
|
||||
### CSS Basics:
|
||||
|
||||
- **Inline CSS:** Applied directly within the HTML element.
|
||||
- **Internal CSS:** Included within the `<head>` section of the HTML document.
|
||||
- **External CSS:** Included as a separate file (with a .css extension).
|
||||
@@ -1,59 +0,0 @@
|
||||
## Proposed Family Visitation Schedule
|
||||
|
||||
### **Overall**
|
||||
|
||||
This schedule is designed to maintain crucial family connections while prioritizing the routine and stability that Noah and Lucas need. It provides a framework that ensures predictability and consistency for the children, fostering a nurturing environment for them to grow.
|
||||
|
||||
### **Specifics**
|
||||
|
||||
#### **1st Quarter (January - March)**
|
||||
|
||||
- **1st Weekend of January:** We visit your mom.
|
||||
- **2nd Weekend of February:** We visit Jason's mom.
|
||||
- **3rd Weekend of March:** Noah travels from Houston to see his dad.
|
||||
|
||||
#### **2nd Quarter (April - June)**
|
||||
|
||||
- **1st Weekend of April:** We visit your mom.
|
||||
- **Mother's Day (2nd Sunday of May):** In odd years, we spend Mother's Day with your mom, and in even years, we spend it with Jason's mom.
|
||||
- **3rd Weekend of June:** Lucas travels from Houston to see his dad.
|
||||
- **Father's Day (3rd Sunday of June):** Noah and Lucas spend the day with their dad.
|
||||
|
||||
#### **3rd Quarter (July - September)**
|
||||
|
||||
- **1st Weekend of July:** We visit your mom.
|
||||
- **2nd Weekend of August:** We visit Jason's mom.
|
||||
- **3rd Weekend of September:** Noah travels from Houston to see his dad.
|
||||
|
||||
#### **4th Quarter (October - December)**
|
||||
|
||||
- **1st Weekend of October:** We visit your mom.
|
||||
- **2nd Weekend of November:** We visit Jason's mom.
|
||||
- **Thanksgiving Week:** Noah and Lucas will alternate between spending the holiday in Houston and with their dad: odd years in Houston and even years with their dad.
|
||||
- **3rd Weekend of December:** Lucas travels from Houston to see his dad.
|
||||
- **Christmas (December 25th):** Noah and Lucas will alternate between spending the holiday in Houston and with their dad: odd years in Houston and even years with their dad.
|
||||
|
||||
### **Communication and Transportation**
|
||||
|
||||
We will clearly communicate the designated exchange points for picking up and dropping off the children. Any changes to the schedule will be communicated at least 24 hours in advance.
|
||||
|
||||
#### **Emergency Contacts**
|
||||
|
||||
- **[Your Name]:** [Your Contact]
|
||||
- **Jason:** [Jason's Contact]
|
||||
|
||||
### **Flexibility**
|
||||
|
||||
While we aim to adhere to this schedule, we acknowledge that changes may be necessary. We are committed to maintaining flexibility and accommodating necessary adjustments to serve the best interest of the children.
|
||||
|
||||
### **Children's Needs and Preferences**
|
||||
|
||||
We prioritize the children's needs and will continually adapt the schedule based on their comfort and preferences. We will include them in the discussion as they grow older, adapting the plan to suit their evolving needs and preferences.
|
||||
|
||||
### **Periodic Review**
|
||||
|
||||
Every year, we will review the schedule to ensure that it remains suitable for everyone involved, with a special emphasis on meeting Noah and Lucas' needs.
|
||||
|
||||
### **Questions and Feedback**
|
||||
|
||||
Please review this proposal and share your thoughts. We are open to feedback and would like to work together to finalize a schedule that serves the best interests of Noah and Lucas.
|
||||
@@ -1,85 +0,0 @@
|
||||
## I Introduction to Notion and Notion Blocks
|
||||
|
||||
### Brief Overview of Notion
|
||||
|
||||
**Notion** is an all-in-one workspace that allows you to write, plan, collaborate, and organize. It's a unique productivity tool that integrates various components such as notes, databases, kanban boards, wikis, calendars, and reminders—making it an excellent tool for personal and professional uses.
|
||||
|
||||
#### Practical Uses of Notion
|
||||
|
||||
- **Project Management**: With its Kanban boards, you can manage and visualize the workflow of projects, making it perfect for individuals and teams.
|
||||
|
||||
- **Content Creation**: Notion's powerful text editor and diverse content blocks make it an excellent tool for bloggers, writers, and content creators.
|
||||
|
||||
- **Personal Wiki**: You can create your own personal Wiki for note-taking, learning new subjects, or tracking personal habits.
|
||||
|
||||
- **Task Management**: From simple to-do lists to complex project management, Notion handles task management effectively.
|
||||
|
||||
- **Database Management**: Its robust features allow storing and manipulating data, creating relational databases, and more.
|
||||
|
||||
- **Team Collaboration**: Share pages, assign tasks, and collaborate in real-time, making it great for team projects and remote work.
|
||||
|
||||
The wide variety of tools and features in Notion enables users to streamline their workflow, foster effective collaboration, and ultimately increase productivity.
|
||||
|
||||
### Understanding Blocks in Notion
|
||||
|
||||
In Notion, 'Blocks' are the basic building units. They could be as simple as a text, an image, a list, or a page. You can interact with these blocks—move them around, nest them within other blocks, or change their type.
|
||||
|
||||
### Types of Blocks and Their Use Cases
|
||||
|
||||
Notion offers a wide variety of block types. Here are some examples:
|
||||
|
||||
- **Text**: Used for adding any written content. For example, "Meeting minutes from 24th June".
|
||||
- **Headings**: Useful for structuring your pages. E.g., "## Project Goals."
|
||||
- **Bulleted Lists**: Great for unordered lists of items.
|
||||
- **Numbered Lists**: Perfect for creating step-by-step instructions or ordered lists.
|
||||
- **To-Do Lists**: Ideal for task management.
|
||||
- **Code Snippets**: A must-have for developers to store and display code.
|
||||
- **Quotes**: To highlight important information or share inspirational quotes.
|
||||
|
||||
Each type has its unique use and can be combined to create rich, dynamic pages.
|
||||
|
||||
## II. Strategies for Staying Under the 1000-Block Storage Limit
|
||||
|
||||
### Efficient Block Usage
|
||||
|
||||
Make the most out of each block. Instead of creating separate text blocks for each paragraph, consolidate them into one.
|
||||
|
||||
### Leveraging Databases
|
||||
|
||||
A 'Database' in Notion is a special block type that can contain other blocks. They help group-related blocks and reduce the block count, improving organization and productivity. For instance, you can create a database for all your meeting notes, each entry comprising various blocks.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consolidation of Small Pages
|
||||
|
||||
Try combining small pages into larger ones to save blocks. If you have several small pages about different aspects of a project, you could consolidate them into a single project page with various sub-headings.
|
||||
|
||||
### Application of Nested Blocks
|
||||
|
||||
Using nested blocks can reduce the number of total blocks used. A list item with four indented items under it would count as one block, not five.
|
||||
|
||||
### Deletion of Unused Blocks
|
||||
|
||||
Regularly clean up your workspace by identifying and deleting unused blocks and pages. But ensure the information is no longer needed before deletion. Alternatively, use the Archive feature to store the information you might need later but don't want to keep on your primary workspace.
|
||||
|
||||
### Limitation of Media Embeds
|
||||
|
||||
Media embeds count towards the block total. Consider linking to media instead of embedding to save blocks.
|
||||
|
||||
### Avoidance of Duplicate Content
|
||||
|
||||
Avoid storing the same information in multiple places. Utilize databases to store repeated information and develop good search techniques to find your data quickly.
|
||||
|
||||
## III. Troubleshooting and Common Issues
|
||||
|
||||
Managing blocks in Notion can sometimes lead to issues like hitting the block limit quickly or finding it challenging to manage nested blocks. For solutions to these and other common problems, check out [Notion's official help center](https://www.notion.so/Help-Support-e040febf70fe4c10a362487e7b1feac7) and [community forum](https://www.notion.so/Community-6c49a18a49504a569414ae4a7b3d9c52), where you can find a wealth of user-generated advice and insights.
|
||||
|
||||
## IV. Benefits of Upgrading to a Paid Notion Plan
|
||||
|
||||
Upgrading to a paid Notion plan offers additional capabilities, such as collaboration with more members, access to version history, and increased block limits. Whether you frequently hit the block limit or need to collaborate with a larger team, these premium features can significantly enhance your Notion experience.
|
||||
|
||||
## V. Final Considerations
|
||||
|
||||
Remember, the most important thing is to have a Notion workspace that suits your needs. Feel free to experiment with different block usage strategies, and consider upgrading if you regularly run into the block limit.
|
||||
|
||||
## VI. Conclusion
|
||||
|
||||
To conclude, practical block usage in Notion is about making each block count, avoiding duplication, and organizing your workspace efficiently. Keep exploring different types of blocks, consolidate small pages, and consider using databases. Consider upgrading to a paid plan if you regularly hit the block limit. Happy organizing!
|
||||
@@ -1,55 +0,0 @@
|
||||
## Actionable Items to Renew a Child's Expired Passport in Dallas, TX:
|
||||
|
||||
**For Parents:**
|
||||
|
||||
**1. Gather Documents:**
|
||||
|
||||
* Completed and signed DS-11 form by both parents
|
||||
* Child's original birth certificate (certified)
|
||||
* Child's expired passport
|
||||
* Proof of parental relationship (adoption decree, custody agreement etc.)
|
||||
* 1 passport photo meeting specific requirements
|
||||
* Photo ID for both parents (driver's license, etc.)
|
||||
|
||||
**2. Prepare Payment:**
|
||||
|
||||
* $195 (without expedite): Check, money order, debit/credit card
|
||||
* $30 (optional passport card for land/sea travel)
|
||||
|
||||
**3. Schedule an Appointment:**
|
||||
|
||||
* Dallas County Passport Office:
|
||||
* Phone: (214) 904-3030
|
||||
* Online: [https://www.dallascounty.org/government/district-clerk/passport-location.php](https://www.dallascounty.org/government/district-clerk/passport-location.php)
|
||||
* USPS:
|
||||
* Phone: 1-844-661-8730
|
||||
* Online: [https://tools.usps.com/rcas.htm?locationId=1371061](https://tools.usps.com/rcas.htm?locationId=1371061)
|
||||
* Passport Agency (expedited service)
|
||||
* Phone: 1-877-487-2778
|
||||
* Address: 1100 Commerce Street, Suite 100, Dallas, TX 75202
|
||||
|
||||
**4. Attend Appointment:**
|
||||
|
||||
* Bring all required documents and photo ID.
|
||||
* Pay fees (application and passport card, if applicable).
|
||||
* Submit application and documents.
|
||||
* Track application status online using the provided receipt.
|
||||
|
||||
**5. Allow Processing Time:**
|
||||
|
||||
* Standard processing takes several weeks.
|
||||
* Consider expediting if needed (additional fees apply).
|
||||
|
||||
**Additional Tips:**
|
||||
|
||||
* Schedule appointments well in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.
|
||||
* Factor in processing time and potential delays.
|
||||
* Review passport photo requirements beforehand.
|
||||
|
||||
**Resources:**
|
||||
|
||||
* Dallas County Passport Office: [https://www.dallascounty.org/government/district-clerk/passport-information.php](https://www.dallascounty.org/government/district-clerk/passport-information.php)
|
||||
* Apply for a Child's U.S. Passport: [https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html/](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html/)
|
||||
* Dallas Passport Agency: [https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/dallas.html](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/get-fast/passport-agencies/dallas.html)
|
||||
|
||||
**Remember:** Both parents must be present for the appointment with the child.
|
||||
@@ -1,104 +0,0 @@
|
||||
### James McKenna
|
||||
|
||||
### jim.mckenna4@gmail.com
|
||||
|
||||
### 720-299-0550
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Professional Summary
|
||||
|
||||
Accomplished Senior Program Manager with over 20 years of experience in networking implementation, infrastructure upgrades, and data center migrations. Proven track record in project management, team leadership, and stakeholder communication. Seeking a challenging position to leverage my skills in program planning, resource allocation, risk management, and process optimization.
|
||||
|
||||
## Key Achievements
|
||||
|
||||
- Successfully managed a $30M IT infrastructure refresh project, resulting in a 35% increase in network performance and 25% reduction in maintenance costs
|
||||
- Led a multi-site data center consolidation project that decreased operational costs by 30% and improved resource utilization by 40%
|
||||
- Oversaw the implementation of an enterprise-wide network security upgrade, enhancing system security by 50% and reducing security incidents by 60%
|
||||
- Directed the deployment of a company-wide SD-WAN solution, reducing WAN costs by 45% and improving network resiliency and performance by 30%
|
||||
|
||||
## Professional Experience
|
||||
|
||||
**Senior Technical Program Manager, Charter Communications | Englewood, CO | Oct 2021-Present**
|
||||
|
||||
- Successfully managed a $30M IT infrastructure refresh project, resulting in a 35% increase in network performance and 25% reduction in maintenance costs
|
||||
- Streamlined processes and documentation for residential and commercial voice engineering solutions, increasing efficiency across five Agile Scrum Teams
|
||||
- Implemented backlog refinement, intra-team dependency management, and standup facilitation, enhancing team productivity
|
||||
- Mentored three Scrum Masters and five Scrum Teams, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment
|
||||
|
||||
**Technology Delivery Manager, Charter Communications | Englewood, CO | Nov 2017-Sept 2021**
|
||||
|
||||
- Led a multi-site data center consolidation project that decreased operational costs by 30% and improved resource utilization by 40%
|
||||
- Oversaw proof of concept projects for Advanced Commercial Engineering and Enterprise Engineering Agile Management Office, driving innovation and revenue growth
|
||||
- Developed project charter, managed lab build and product testing, and transitioned successful products to production with comprehensive documentation
|
||||
|
||||
**Senior Program Manager, Xcel Energy | Denver, CO | Jan 2016-Nov 2017**
|
||||
|
||||
- Oversaw the implementation of an enterprise-wide network security upgrade, enhancing system security by 50% and reducing security incidents by 60%
|
||||
- Directed a $20M project to upgrade network infrastructure hardware and Avaya VOIP/SIP migration across eight states, enhancing overall network performance
|
||||
- Managed diverse teams of Network Engineers, contractors, and vendors, overseeing budgeting, staffing, purchasing, and vendor sourcing
|
||||
|
||||
**Consulting Program Manager, Charter Communications | Englewood, CO | Jan 2015-June 2015**
|
||||
|
||||
- Coordinated a large-scale cloud migration project for critical applications, achieving a 20% reduction in infrastructure costs and a 15% improvement in application performance
|
||||
- Established processes and workflows for Jira ticketing and work management software, improving project tracking and collaboration
|
||||
- Managed multiple projects for proof of concept Optical and Wi-Fi engineering teams, driving innovation and expanding service offerings
|
||||
|
||||
**Senior Project Manager, Essential Solutions (Contractor to AT&T Global Solutions for TIAA-CREF) | Broomfield, CO | Sep 2011-Sep 2014**
|
||||
|
||||
- Directed the deployment of a company-wide SD-WAN solution, reducing WAN costs by 45% and improving network resiliency and performance by 30%
|
||||
- Led a complex data center migration from Brocade multi-tier switched environment to Cisco Nexus Top of Rack infrastructure, enhancing network efficiency
|
||||
- Managed engineering staff, cabling infrastructure, change management processes, and project updates, ensuring seamless project execution
|
||||
|
||||
**Principal, RJS Construction and Remodeling | Colorado | Sep 2009-Sep 2011**
|
||||
|
||||
- Managed all aspects of construction business, achieving consistent growth and customer satisfaction through marketing, sales, SOW/estimates, work crews, purchasing, permits, customer relations, and subcontractors
|
||||
|
||||
**Senior Network Analyst, TIAA-CREF | Denver, CO | Oct 1995-Sep 2009**
|
||||
|
||||
- Managed the successful integration of IT systems and networks following a major company acquisition, ensuring seamless operations and minimizing downtime
|
||||
- Led multiple large-scale projects, including data center relocation, hardware replacement, and Token Ring elimination, modernizing network infrastructure
|
||||
- Coordinated installation, configuration, and maintenance of Cisco and Nortel hardware for Denver campus LAN and WAN, ensuring network stability and performance
|
||||
|
||||
## Education
|
||||
|
||||
- Electrical Engineering Certificate, Albert Merrill School | New York, New York
|
||||
- University of Phoenix
|
||||
|
||||
## Certifications
|
||||
|
||||
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
|
||||
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
|
||||
- ITIL Foundation Certification
|
||||
- Project Management Professional (PMP, Expired)
|
||||
|
||||
## Core Competencies
|
||||
|
||||
- Program Management
|
||||
- Senior Level Presentations
|
||||
- Vendor Management
|
||||
- Business Continuity Planning
|
||||
- Technology Optimization
|
||||
- Data Center Infrastructure
|
||||
- Hiring, Staffing, and Training
|
||||
- Contract/SOW Negotiation
|
||||
- CSM Certified
|
||||
- Network and Data Center Migrations
|
||||
- Expense and Capital Budgeting
|
||||
- CSPO Certified
|
||||
|
||||
## Skills
|
||||
|
||||
- Project and program management
|
||||
- Networking implementation
|
||||
- Infrastructure upgrades
|
||||
- Data center migrations
|
||||
- Team leadership and collaboration
|
||||
- Stakeholder communication
|
||||
- Budgeting and financial management
|
||||
- Scrum and Agile methodologies
|
||||
- Network design and optimization
|
||||
- Vendor and contract management
|
||||
- ITIL and PMP best practices
|
||||
|
||||
References Available upon request.
|
||||
@@ -1,241 +0,0 @@
|
||||
**Jason Davis**
|
||||
Denver, CO | (720) 217-4263 | newton214@gmail.com | LinkedIn: [LinkedIn URL]
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
**Summary:**
|
||||
Seasoned Network and Cloud Engineering professional with a 15+ year track record of architecting and deploying scalable network solutions and cloud architectures. Renowned for client-facing and consultative expertise, adept at steering presales initiatives and providing strategic insights that drive business growth. Proficient in leveraging programming and automation to enhance network operations, underpinned by a robust knowledge of DevOps and SRE methodologies.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
**Certifications:**
|
||||
- **Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)** – Cisco, 2023: Validates core networking knowledge and skills.
|
||||
- **Cisco Certified DevNet Associate** – Cisco, 2023: Recognizes proficiency in network automation and programmability.
|
||||
- **AWS Certified Solutions Architect** – Amazon Web Services, 2023: Affirms expertise in designing distributed systems on AWS.
|
||||
- **Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)** – Red Hat, 2023: Demonstrates skills in system administration on Red Hat servers.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
**Core Skills:**
|
||||
- **Networking Mastery**: In-depth expertise with leading network technologies (Cisco, Juniper, Meraki, Brocade, Arista) and proficiency in complex routing protocols and network troubleshooting.
|
||||
- **Consulting & Presales Acumen**: Proven capability in engaging clients, delivering compelling solution presentations, and leading technical discussions to close sales.
|
||||
- **Strategic Cloud Engineering**: Skilled in implementing AWS services to bolster networking infrastructure, aligning with cloud-first strategies.
|
||||
- **Advanced Programming & Automation**: Leveraging Python and Bash for network automation, and utilizing Ansible and Terraform for infrastructure provisioning.
|
||||
- **DevOps & SRE Integration**: Adopting DevOps practices and SRE principles to optimize network operations, ensuring high availability and security.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
**Professional Experience:**
|
||||
|
||||
### Consulting System Engineer, TBX, Denver, CO [Date-Present]
|
||||
- Spearheaded DevOps integration, delivering technical presentations that highlighted the automation and scalability of TBX's telecom services.
|
||||
- Forged synergies between sales and engineering, automating custom Meraki and Fortinet solutions, showcasing depth in cloud and network automation.
|
||||
- Advocated for scalable network solutions at industry events, demonstrating broad expertise in DevOps and SRE practices.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Developer Engineer, AWS, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Engineered AWS network architectures, automating resilience and scalability with Python and Terraform, demonstrating deep technical proficiency.
|
||||
- Integrated security protocols within AWS deployments via automation, showcasing a strong foundation in cloud security and compliance.
|
||||
- Optimized AWS Elastic Load Balancing with a focus on high availability, illustrating skill in complex cloud service reliability.
|
||||
|
||||
### Principal Engineer, Verizon, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Delivered SRE-driven strategic insights for IoT and Edge services, emphasizing automation in network infrastructure for robust solutions.
|
||||
- Championed collaborative DevOps-driven solutions, ensuring innovative networking practices met industry demands, reflecting broad technical influence.
|
||||
- Led Meraki ecosystem's monitoring tool integration, showcasing deep expertise in network visibility and operational efficiency.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consulting Engineer III, Zivaro, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Designed and deployed automated network solutions with AWS and Ansible, highlighting deep capabilities in cloud engineering and IaC.
|
||||
- Orchestrated cloud migrations to Meraki platforms with a DevOps strategy, demonstrating a broad understanding of cloud integration and minimal disruption techniques.
|
||||
- Translated complex business objectives into network strategies, employing automation and cloud solutions, ensuring a strong alignment of technology and business.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Engineer IV, Charter Communications, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Automated legacy network upgrades to modern cloud technologies, enhancing system performance, reliability, and security, showing a deep technical upgrade path.
|
||||
- Implemented MP-BGP EVPN VXLAN automation, streamlining operations and cost efficiency, demonstrating deep network engineering skills.
|
||||
- Developed automated DNS resilience strategies, ensuring uptime for critical applications, reflecting a deep understanding of network reliability.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Infrastructure & Security Engineer, American Residential Services, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Revamped network infrastructure with advanced IP routing, prioritizing automation for improved performance and resilience, showcasing deep knowledge in advanced networking.
|
||||
- Automated Cisco Viptela SD-WAN deployments, improving efficiency and deployment times, demonstrating skill in network automation and optimization.
|
||||
- Standardized Fortinet branch office deployments, reflecting a broad application of security and standardization principles.
|
||||
|
||||
### Sr Data Center Network Engineer, Kaiser Permanente, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Led a DevOps-centric SDDC methodology adoption, transforming network infrastructure for better agility and cost-effectiveness, showcasing a deep understanding of modern data center strategies.
|
||||
- Addressed complex network issues with SDDC and traditional strategies, ensuring optimal performance, reflecting a broad and deep technical skill set.
|
||||
- Automated Cisco ACI deployment for improved network policy management and security, demonstrating deep expertise in network segmentation and security.
|
||||
|
||||
### Sr Technical Architect, AT&T (Supporting TIAA-CREF), Broomfield, CO [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Managed a significant network transformation project with a focus on DevOps and cloud engineering strategies, showcasing a broad impact on infrastructure resilience and performance.
|
||||
- Directed and automated large-scale infrastructure upgrades, employing SRE principles for minimal disruption, reflecting a broad application of SRE methodologies.
|
||||
- Enhanced security postures through the automation of multi-layered firewall strategies, displaying deep security implementation skills.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Analyst, Atos, Plano, TX [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Automated network configuration optimizations using Python and Bash, enhancing system efficiency and accuracy.
|
||||
- Integrated IP accounting tools for advanced network analytics, enabling proactive management and optimization.
|
||||
- Collaborated on developing network reliability and security protocols, reinforcing system integrity and regulatory compliance.
|
||||
|
||||
### Lead Network Service & Support Engineer, Ze-Net Technologies, Plano, TX [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Orchestrated the deployment of Network Monitoring Systems (NMS) for improved operational oversight and reduced outages.
|
||||
- Advanced LAN/WLAN security through strategic protocol implementations and systems such as VLAN and EAP.
|
||||
- Specialized in rapid troubleshooting to uphold network uptime and service continuity.
|
||||
|
||||
### Technical Support Engineer, Sanz, Richardson, TX [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Instituted backup/recovery frameworks to safeguard data integrity and ensure recoverability.
|
||||
- Managed vendor relations for seamless hardware/software integration and support efficiency.
|
||||
- Engineered IP-based backup networks, leveraging geo-redundancy and load balancing for enhanced network resilience.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Appliance Field Service Professional, Technology Service Professionals, Dallas, TX [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Fine-tuned NAS setups to improve data reliability and system performance.
|
||||
- Diagnosed and rectified intricate NAS operational issues, maintaining service stability and uptime.
|
||||
- Cultivated a culture of best practices for NAS management within the team, promoting educational growth and operational excellence.
|
||||
|
||||
### System Administrator, Austin Lighting Products, Austin, TX [Date-Date]
|
||||
- Administered system infrastructures, securing high availability and optimal performance.
|
||||
- Implemented stringent security measures to protect system data and user interactions.
|
||||
- Delivered comprehensive technical support, resolving user issues to maintain productivity.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
**Personal Interests:**
|
||||
|
||||
- **Scuba Diving:** Certified SSI Assistant Scuba Instructor with a passion for underwater exploration.
|
||||
- **Digital Marketing:** Co-founder of a social media marketing agency focused on amplifying online business presence.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
**Military Service:**
|
||||
**Senior Airman**
|
||||
United States Air Force, Edwards AFB, CA, 1993-1997
|
||||
|
||||
- Supervised construction projects, ensuring timely and efficient completion.
|
||||
- Managed diverse projects with detailed record-keeping.
|
||||
- Gained recognition for expertise in high-profile base activities.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
**Education:**
|
||||
High School Diploma – L.D. Bell High School, Hurst, Texas, 1993
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Core Networking Skills
|
||||
- **Design & Architecture**: Expertise in creating scalable and robust network architectures.
|
||||
- **Performance Tuning**: Optimization of networks for maximum efficiency and performance.
|
||||
- **Routing & Switching**: Proficient with advanced routing protocols and complex switching arrangements.
|
||||
- **Network Troubleshooting**: Rapid identification and resolution of network problems.
|
||||
- **Security Standards**: Implementation and maintenance of network security protocols and compliance regulations.
|
||||
- **Upgrades & Migration**: Coordination of smooth transitions to upgraded network systems.
|
||||
- **Visibility & Monitoring**: Deployment of sophisticated tools for in-depth network monitoring and analysis.
|
||||
- **Telemetry & Analytics**: Application of network telemetry to derive insights on network performance and health.
|
||||
- **Consultative Expertise**: Strategic advisory on the integration and utilization of new networking technologies.
|
||||
|
||||
## Programming and Automation
|
||||
- **Scripting**: Proficiency in network-oriented Python and Bash scripting.
|
||||
- **Infrastructure as Code**: Use of Terraform for defining and provisioning infrastructure resources.
|
||||
- **Configuration Management**: Management of network configurations with Ansible for consistent environments.
|
||||
- **DNS Automation**: Strategies for automated DNS management to enhance network resilience.
|
||||
- **API Automation**: Leveraging APIs for automated network device and service configurations.
|
||||
- **Custom Tool Development**: Creation of bespoke tools to streamline and automate network processes.
|
||||
|
||||
## Cloud Engineering and Containers
|
||||
- **Cloud Strategies**: Execution of comprehensive cloud migration and deployment strategies.
|
||||
- **Cloud Management**: Competent management of cloud infrastructure services and resources.
|
||||
- **Cloud Resilience**: Assurance of cloud-based system availability and load management.
|
||||
- **Cloud Security**: Vigilant protection of cloud architectures and data.
|
||||
- **SDDC Approaches**: Implementation of software-defined data center models for enhanced agility.
|
||||
- **Container Ecosystems**: Proficiency in container management with Docker and Kubernetes orchestration.
|
||||
- **Serverless Computing**: Understanding and implementation of serverless architectures to enhance network agility.
|
||||
|
||||
## DevOps and SRE Experience
|
||||
- **DevOps Integration**: Incorporation of DevOps practices to refine network service delivery.
|
||||
- **SRE Principles**: Utilization of SRE methodologies to underpin network reliability and performance.
|
||||
- **CI/CD Pipelines**: Development and management of CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent and reliable network updates.
|
||||
- **Observability**: Establishment of comprehensive monitoring systems for network transparency.
|
||||
- **Source Control Collaboration**: Collaborative use of Git for version control and team-based code management.
|
||||
- **Transformation Leadership**: Guiding significant network infrastructure transformations with a focus on modernization.
|
||||
- **SD-WAN & SRE**: Application of SRE concepts to optimize SD-WAN performance.
|
||||
|
||||
## Additional Skills
|
||||
|
||||
### Communication Skills
|
||||
- **Technical Communication**: Simplified complex network architectures during company-wide presentations, ensuring comprehension across all departments.
|
||||
- **Technical Writing**: Authored a comprehensive network operations manual, standardizing procedures across the team.
|
||||
|
||||
### Customer Service Skills
|
||||
- **Relationship Building**: Cultivated lasting relationships with key enterprise clients, resulting in a 30% increase in client retention.
|
||||
- **Issue Resolution**: Implemented a streamlined process for tracking and resolving customer issues, cutting resolution times by 25%.
|
||||
|
||||
### Conflict Resolution Skills
|
||||
- **Professional Mediation**: Successfully mediated cross-departmental disputes by establishing common goals and fostering open dialogue, minimizing project delays.
|
||||
|
||||
### Time Management Skills
|
||||
- **Deadline Adherence**: Consistently met project deadlines, managing a portfolio of projects valued at over $2M without time overruns for two consecutive years.
|
||||
|
||||
### Adaptability Skills
|
||||
- **Embracing Change**: Spearheaded the adoption of a new network management tool across the organization, training teams and achieving full integration ahead of schedule.
|
||||
- **Quick Learning**: Mastered and deployed a complex cloud infrastructure within a six-week timeline, ensuring the project's success.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Professional Experience
|
||||
|
||||
### System Administrator, Austin Lighting Products, Austin, TX [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Spearheaded the administration of system infrastructures, ensuring high availability and optimal performance for core business operations.
|
||||
- Implemented stringent security measures, safeguarding system data and facilitating secure user interactions to protect against data breaches.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Appliance Field Service Professional, Technology Service Professionals, Dallas, TX [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Diagnosed and resolved complex NAS system issues, significantly improving service stability and uptime, leading to a 15% decrease in customer service calls.
|
||||
- Enhanced NAS setups to optimize data reliability and system performance, contributing to improved data management practices company-wide.
|
||||
|
||||
### Technical Support Engineer, Sanz, Richardson, TX [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Led the engineering of geo-redundant IP-based backup networks, bolstering network resilience and ensuring business continuity in disaster recovery scenarios.
|
||||
- Managed vendor relations, streamlining hardware/software integration and support processes, resulting in a 20% improvement in support response times.
|
||||
|
||||
### Lead Network Service & Support Engineer, Ze-Net Technologies, Plano, TX [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Orchestrated the deployment of Network Monitoring Systems (NMS), enhancing operational oversight and reducing system outages by a quarter.
|
||||
- Advanced LAN/WLAN security protocols, effectively fortifying the network against emerging security threats.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Analyst, Atos, Plano, TX [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Automated network configuration optimizations using Python and Bash, enhancing system efficiency and accuracy, and reducing manual configuration errors by 30%.
|
||||
- Spearheaded the integration of IP accounting tools, enabling proactive network management and a 25% improvement in network performance analytics.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Infrastructure & Security Engineer, American Residential Services, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Pioneered the automation of Cisco Viptela SD-WAN deployments, dramatically improving deployment efficiency and reducing times by one-third.
|
||||
- Standardized Fortinet branch office deployments, unifying security protocols and simplifying compliance across the company.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Engineer IV, Charter Communications, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Directed the automation of legacy network upgrades, utilizing advanced cloud technologies to enhance system performance and reliability.
|
||||
- Innovated network operations with the implementation of MP-BGP EVPN VXLAN, leading to a 35% reduction in operational costs and enhanced network efficiency.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consulting Engineer III, Zivaro, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Designed and deployed cloud-based automated network solutions using AWS and Ansible, increasing deployment speed and reliability by 40%.
|
||||
- Orchestrated seamless cloud migrations for enterprise environments, maintaining 99.9% uptime and ensuring minimal service disruption.
|
||||
|
||||
### Principal Engineer, Verizon, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Delivered strategic SRE-driven insights for IoT and Edge services, enhancing automation and network infrastructure resilience.
|
||||
- Led the integration of network monitoring tools within the Meraki ecosystem, boosting operational efficiency by 25% and providing deeper network insights.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Developer Engineer, AWS, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Engineered scalable AWS network architectures, incorporating automated resilience and scalability features, resulting in a 50% increase in deployment efficiency.
|
||||
- Enforced compliance with security protocols within AWS cloud deployments, significantly strengthening the security posture of cloud infrastructure.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consulting System Engineer, TBX, Denver, CO [Start Date–Present]
|
||||
- Currently leading strategic DevOps integrations, demonstrating the scalability and automation of telecom services in high-stakes presentations.
|
||||
- Forged strategic synergies between sales and engineering teams, enhancing the automation of custom solutions for Meraki and Fortinet, leading to a 20% increase in project deployment efficiency and customer satisfaction.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
### Consulting Engineer III, Zivaro, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Functioned as a technical evangelist, collaborating closely with sales teams to design and present cloud-based network solutions that addressed complex customer challenges, leading to a 20% increase in deal closures.
|
||||
- Pioneered the use of Infrastructure as Code for network deployment in pre-sales demonstrations, showcasing the speed and efficiency of Zivaro solutions, which directly contributed to a 30% growth in the customer base.
|
||||
- Developed and executed GTM strategies for new service offerings, translating technical capabilities into business benefits for clients, resulting in a 25% uptick in year-over-year revenue.
|
||||
|
||||
### Principal Engineer, Verizon, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
|
||||
- Led a team of engineers in crafting and articulating high-level SRE-driven strategies for IoT and Edge computing services in customer-facing scenarios, effectively communicating complex technical concepts and their business impacts.
|
||||
- Drove innovation in network monitoring and diagnostic tools, demonstrating their value in pre-sales engagements which contributed to securing key contracts with Fortune 500 companies.
|
||||
- Influenced product development and GTM strategies by providing insights from the field, ensuring that new features aligned with market needs and customer pain points.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consulting System Engineer, TBX, Denver, CO [Start Date–Present]
|
||||
- Currently spearheading the integration of DevOps practices in pre-sales activities, emphasizing the automation and scalability of telecom services to prospective clients, which has been pivotal in winning strategic accounts.
|
||||
- Crafted compelling GTM strategies for custom Meraki and Fortinet solutions, resulting in a 40% improvement in deployment time and a marked increase in market competitiveness.
|
||||
- Engage directly with key stakeholders to understand their business objectives, translating technical features into strategic advantages, and customizing presentations to highlight the direct impact on business growth and efficiency.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
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|
||||
\moderncvcolor{black} % Color options 'blue' (default), 'orange', 'green', 'red', 'purple', 'grey', 'black'
|
||||
\usepackage[utf8]{inputenc}
|
||||
\usepackage[scale=0.85]{geometry} % Adjusted the page margins
|
||||
|
||||
\name{Jason}{Davis}
|
||||
\address{Denver, CO}
|
||||
\phone[mobile]{(720) 217-4263}
|
||||
\email{newton214@gmail.com}
|
||||
|
||||
\begin{document}
|
||||
|
||||
\makecvtitle
|
||||
|
||||
\section{Summary}
|
||||
\cvitem{}{
|
||||
Seasoned Network and Cloud Engineer with over 15 years of experience in infrastructure design and cloud solutions, adept in navigating and implementing cutting-edge network technologies and methodologies. Proficient in AWS Cloud, with practical exposure to Kubernetes and containerization technologies. Skilled at developing and disseminating technical content to simplify complex cloud architectures and technologies. Renowned for translating complex technical concepts into practical, user-friendly solutions, driving cloud adoption and optimizing operational processes.
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\section{Certifications}
|
||||
\cvitemwithcomment{CCNP}{Cisco Certified Network Professional (Enterprise \& Data Center)}{}
|
||||
\cvitemwithcomment{Cisco DevNet}{Cisco Certified DevNet Associate}{}
|
||||
\cvitemwithcomment{CMNA}{Certified Meraki Network Associate}{}
|
||||
\cvitemwithcomment{AWS CSA}{AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate}{}
|
||||
\cvitemwithcomment{RHCSA}{Red Hat Certified System Administrator}{}
|
||||
\cvitemwithcomment{CKA}{Certified Kubernetes Administrator In Progress}{}
|
||||
|
||||
\section{Core Skills}
|
||||
\cvitem{Cloud \& DevOps}{Proficient in AWS and Kubernetes for building scalable, resilient cloud infrastructures. Skilled in automation and IaC using tools like Ansible and Terraform.}
|
||||
\cvitem{Technical Content Development}{Experienced in crafting clear, engaging technical documentation, educational tutorials, and comprehensive guides tailored to various audiences.}
|
||||
\cvitem{Software Development \& Scripting}{Skilled in Python and Bash, with a solid understanding of modern software development cycles and practices.}
|
||||
\cvitem{Network Security \& System Administration}{Strong foundation in securing network architectures and administering Linux systems, ensuring robust and secure operations.}
|
||||
|
||||
\section{Professional Experience}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Consulting System Engineer}
|
||||
\cventry{May 2022 -- Present}{TBX}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Leading the integration of advanced telecom and cloud technologies to develop scalable, high-performance network solutions.
|
||||
\item Advocating and implementing DevOps practices, including automation of workflows using Meraki and Fortinet platforms, enhancing system reliability and deployment efficiency.
|
||||
\item Conducting technical workshops and collaborative sessions, promoting the adoption of innovative network solutions integrated with cloud and DevOps methodologies to foster strategic partnerships and technology adoption.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Network Developer Engineer}
|
||||
\cventry{Sept 2021 -- May 2022}{AWS (Amazon)}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Troubleshot complex network issues involving routing, interconnectivity, performance, and configurations, including in-depth application interactions and Unix systems.
|
||||
\item Actively engaged in higher-tier escalations, providing expert support and resolutions in a large-scale service provider environment.
|
||||
\item Authored and reviewed technical documentation and standard operating procedures, facilitating knowledge transfer and addressing recurring network issues.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Principal Engineer}
|
||||
\cventry{Jan 2020 -- Sept 2021}{Verizon}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Orchestrated end-to-end enterprise solutions architecture for global clients, integrating cloud technologies with traditional LAN/WAN infrastructures using tools like Cisco, Meraki, and Juniper.
|
||||
\item Authored and presented technical marketing materials, focusing on emerging trends in cloud and network technologies, significantly enhancing technical understanding within and outside Verizon.
|
||||
\item Led initiatives for RFP/RFI compliance and Statements of Work, aligning technical solutions with customer requirements and advancing Verizon's cloud infrastructure capabilities, particularly in AWS environments.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Consulting Engineer III}
|
||||
\cventry{Oct 2019 -- Jan 2020}{Zivaro}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Implemented scalable network solutions across AWS and Equinix platforms, achieving a 35\% reduction in operational costs via automation.
|
||||
\item Managed large-scale migrations to hybrid cloud environments, bolstering system performance and flexibility.
|
||||
\item Developed strategic network architectures focusing on automation and cloud-native technology integration.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Network Engineer IV}
|
||||
\cventry{Sept 2018 -- Oct 2019}{Charter Communications}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Modernized network infrastructures by integrating automation and cloud technologies, improving performance and security by 50\%.
|
||||
\item Deployed advanced network technologies in data center environments, focusing on operational efficiency.
|
||||
\item Ensured DNS service high availability and resilience, crucial for network operations.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Sr Data Center Network Engineer}
|
||||
\cventry{May 2016 -- Apr 2018}{Kaiser Permanente}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Championed the adoption of SDDC technologies, significantly increasing network scalability and automation.
|
||||
\item Addressed high-availability network challenges with automated performance optimization strategies.
|
||||
\item Led the deployment of Cisco ACI, concentrating on network automation for enhanced security and management.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Sr Technical Architect}
|
||||
\cventry{Jul 2010 -- May 2016}{AT\&T (Supporting TIAA-CREF)}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Managed a \$100M network transformation project, integrating cloud solutions and automation into existing infrastructures.
|
||||
\item Supervised infrastructure upgrades, ensuring seamless cloud integration and network performance enhancement.
|
||||
\item Implemented Palo Alto and Fortinet firewall solutions, reducing security incidents by over 40\%.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Network Analyst}
|
||||
\cventry{Jun 2009 -- Jul 2010}{PHNS}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Automated network operations using Python and Bash scripting, improving system performance and reducing downtime.
|
||||
\item Implemented IP accounting tools for enhanced network traffic analysis and security.
|
||||
\item Developed and automated comprehensive network security protocols, reducing incidents by 25\%.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Lead Network Service \& Support Engineer}
|
||||
\cventry{Feb 2008 -- May 2009}{Ze-Net Technologies}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Implemented an NMS, improving operational efficiency through automation by 25\%.
|
||||
\item Overhauled LAN/WLAN security frameworks, integrating automated monitoring systems.
|
||||
\item Resolved complex technical issues, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative solutions.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{Technical Support Engineer}
|
||||
\cventry{Apr 2006 -- Jun 2008}{Sanz}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Developed automated backup and recovery strategies, significantly reducing data loss risks.
|
||||
\item Managed vendor relationships, optimizing hardware and software integration for improved system performance.
|
||||
\item Enhanced IP-based network reliability through strategic disaster recovery implementations.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{NetApp Field Service Professional}
|
||||
\cventry{Apr 2005 -- Apr 2006}{Technology Service Professionals}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Optimized NAS configurations for high-traffic scenarios, achieving a 30\% performance improvement.
|
||||
\item Maintained high standards of data availability and operational efficiency in complex storage environments.
|
||||
\item Promoted NAS management best practices for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
\subsection{System Administrator}
|
||||
\cventry{Jan 2000 -- Jan 2002}{Austin Lighting Products}{}{}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Managed system infrastructure, achieving 99.9\% uptime and ensuring robust system performance.
|
||||
\item Implemented and automated security protocols, enhancing system security and data protection.
|
||||
\item Provided comprehensive end-user support, improving system usability and satisfaction.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
|
||||
\section{Technologies}
|
||||
\cvitem{Networking}{Advanced expertise in Cisco and Juniper network solutions, including Catalyst, Nexus, ISR, MX, EX, ASA firewalls, and Firepower threat defense. Proficient in network security implementations with Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks.}
|
||||
\cvitem{Cloud Services}{Proficient in AWS cloud architecture and management, focusing on services like EC2, S3, VPC, and Lambda. Skilled in container orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes.}
|
||||
\cvitem{Automation \& IaC}{Skilled in automating network and system operations using Ansible, Python, and Terraform. Proficient in IaC methodologies for streamlined cloud infrastructure deployment.}
|
||||
\cvitem{Virtualization}{Competent in managing virtualized environments with VMware and KVM, coupled with specialized knowledge in Cisco data center technologies and SDN concepts.}
|
||||
\cvitem{Programming \& Docs}{Capable of network programmability and automation using APIs and custom scripting. Proficient in creating technical documentation with Markdown and Git, and utilizing Large Language Models for content generation and consulting.}
|
||||
|
||||
\section{Military Service}
|
||||
\cventry{Jun 1993 -- Jun 1997}{Senior Airman}{United States Air Force}{Edwards AFB, CA}{}{
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Led diverse construction projects, upholding strict military standards and safety protocols, ensuring completion within stringent deadlines.
|
||||
\item Selected as a Fitness Tester, vital in conducting fitness assessments and enhancing the health and readiness of the unit.
|
||||
\item Orchestrated a significant base-wide clean-up initiative, displaying exceptional leadership and organizational skills, awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal for outstanding contributions.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
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|
||||
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{\fontsize{14pt}{17pt}\selectfont \textbf{\color{headercolor} Jason Davis}}
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\\[0.25em]
|
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Denver, CO | (720) 217-4263 | newton214@gmail.com
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\\
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|
||||
\section*{Summary}
|
||||
Accomplished Network and Cloud Engineer with over 15 years of experience in infrastructure design, cloud solutions, and DevOps methodologies. Specialized in AWS Cloud and Kubernetes environments, passionate about creating technical content that demystifies complex cloud architectures and technologies. Recognized for effectively translating intricate technical concepts into practical, accessible solutions, significantly advancing cloud adoption and enhancing operational processes.
|
||||
|
||||
% Certifications Section
|
||||
\section*{Certifications}
|
||||
\begin{itemize}[leftmargin=*]
|
||||
\item Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise \& Data Center)
|
||||
\item Cisco Certified DevNet Associate
|
||||
\item AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
|
||||
\item Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
|
||||
\item Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) \textit{In Progress}
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Core Skills Section
|
||||
\section*{Core Skills}
|
||||
\begin{itemize}[leftmargin=*]
|
||||
\item Cloud Infrastructure and DevOps: Proficient in AWS and Kubernetes for building scalable, resilient cloud infrastructures. Skilled in automation and IaC using tools like Ansible and Terraform.
|
||||
\item Technical Content Development: Experienced in crafting clear, engaging technical documentation, educational tutorials, and comprehensive guides tailored for a wide range of audiences.
|
||||
\item Software Development and Scripting: Skilled in Python and Bash, with a solid understanding of modern software development cycles and practices.
|
||||
\item Network Security and System Administration: Strong foundation in securing network architectures and administering Linux systems, ensuring robust and secure operations.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
\section*{Professional Experience}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Consulting System Engineer
|
||||
\textbf{Consulting System Engineer} \textit{TBX, Denver, CO} \hfill May 2022 - Present
|
||||
\begin{itemize}[leftmargin=*]
|
||||
\item Leading the integration of advanced telecom and cloud technologies to develop scalable, high-performance network solutions.
|
||||
\item Advocating and implementing DevOps practices, including automation of workflows using Meraki and Fortinet platforms, enhancing system reliability and deployment efficiency.
|
||||
\item Conducting technical workshops and collaborative sessions, promoting the adoption of innovative network solutions integrated with cloud and DevOps methodologies to foster strategic partnerships and technology adoption.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Network Developer Engineer
|
||||
\textbf{Network Developer Engineer} \textit{AWS (Amazon), Denver, CO} \hfill Sept 2021 - May 2022
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Troubleshot complex network issues involving routing, interconnectivity, performance, and configurations, including in-depth application interactions and Unix systems.
|
||||
\item Actively engaged in higher-tier escalations, providing expert support and resolutions in a large-scale service provider environment.
|
||||
\item Authored and reviewed technical documentation and standard operating procedures, facilitating knowledge transfer and addressing recurring network issues.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Principal Engineer
|
||||
\textbf{Principal Engineer} \textit{Verizon, Denver, CO} \hfill Jan 2020 - Sept 2021
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Orchestrated end-to-end enterprise solutions architecture for global clients, integrating cloud technologies with traditional LAN/WAN infrastructures using tools like Cisco, Meraki, and Juniper.
|
||||
\item Authored and presented technical marketing materials, focusing on emerging trends in cloud and network technologies, significantly enhancing technical understanding within and outside Verizon.
|
||||
\item Led initiatives for RFP/RFI compliance and Statements of Work, aligning technical solutions with customer requirements and advancing Verizon's cloud infrastructure capabilities, particularly in AWS environments.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Consulting Engineer III
|
||||
\textbf{Consulting Engineer III} \textit{Zivaro, Denver, CO} \hfill Oct 2019 - Jan 2020
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Implemented scalable network solutions across AWS and Equinix platforms, achieving a 35\% % reduction in operational costs via automation.
|
||||
\item Managed large-scale migrations to hybrid cloud environments, bolstering system performance and flexibility.
|
||||
\item Developed strategic network architectures focusing on automation and cloud-native technology integration.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Network Engineer IV
|
||||
\textbf{Network Engineer IV} \textit{Charter Communications, Denver, CO} \hfill Sept 2018 - Oct 2019
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Modernized network infrastructures by integrating automation and cloud technologies, improving performance and security by 50\%.
|
||||
\item Deployed advanced network technologies in data center environments, focusing on operational efficiency.
|
||||
\item Ensured DNS service high availability and resilience, crucial for network operations.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Sr Data Center Network Engineer
|
||||
\textbf{Sr Data Center Network Engineer} \textit{Kaiser Permanente, Denver, CO} \hfill May 2016 - Apr 2018
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Championed the adoption of SDDC technologies, significantly increasing network scalability and automation.
|
||||
\item Addressed high-availability network challenges with automated performance optimization strategies.
|
||||
\item Led the deployment of Cisco ACI, concentrating on network automation for enhanced security and management.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Sr Technical Architect
|
||||
\textbf{Sr Technical Architect} \textit{AT\&T (Supporting TIAA-CREF), Broomfield, CO} \hfill Jul 2010 - May 2016
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Managed a \$100M network transformation project, integrating cloud solutions and automation into existing infrastructures.
|
||||
\item Supervised infrastructure upgrades, ensuring seamless cloud integration and network performance enhancement.
|
||||
\item Implemented Palo Alto and Fortinet firewall solutions, reducing security incidents by over 40\%.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Network Analyst
|
||||
\textbf{Network Analyst} \textit{PHNS, Plano, TX} \hfill Jun 2009 - Jul 2010
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Automated network operations using Python and Bash scripting, improving system performance and reducing downtime.
|
||||
\item Implemented IP accounting tools for enhanced network traffic analysis and security.
|
||||
\item Developed and automated comprehensive network security protocols, reducing incidents by 25\%.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Lead Network Service & Support Engineer
|
||||
\textbf{Lead Network Service \& Support Engineer} \textit{Ze-Net Technologies, Plano, TX} \hfill Feb 2008 - May 2009
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Implemented an NMS, improving operational efficiency through automation by 25\%.
|
||||
\item Overhauled LAN/WLAN security frameworks, integrating automated monitoring systems.
|
||||
\item Resolved complex technical issues, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative solutions.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: Technical Support Engineer
|
||||
\textbf{Technical Support Engineer} \textit{Sanz, Richardson, TX} \hfill Apr 2006 - Jun 2008
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Developed automated backup and recovery strategies, significantly reducing data loss risks.
|
||||
\item Managed vendor relationships, optimizing hardware and software integration for improved system performance.
|
||||
\item Enhanced IP-based network reliability through strategic disaster recovery implementations.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: NetApp Field Service Professional
|
||||
\textbf{NetApp Field Service Professional} \textit{Technology Service Professionals, Dallas, TX} \hfill Apr 2005 - Apr 2006
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Optimized NAS configurations for high-traffic scenarios, achieving a 30\% performance improvement.
|
||||
\item Maintained high standards of data availability and operational efficiency in complex storage environments.
|
||||
\item Promoted NAS management best practices for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Position: System Administrator
|
||||
\textbf{System Administrator} \textit{Austin Lighting Products, Austin, TX} \hfill Jan 2000 - Jan 2002
|
||||
\begin{itemize}
|
||||
\item Managed system infrastructure, achieving 99.9\% uptime and ensuring robust system performance.
|
||||
\item Implemented and automated security protocols, enhancing system security and data protection.
|
||||
\item Provided comprehensive end-user support, improving system usability and satisfaction.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Technologies Section
|
||||
\section*{Technologies}
|
||||
\begin{itemize}[leftmargin=*]
|
||||
\item \textbf{Network Engineering and Security:} Advanced expertise in Cisco and Juniper network solutions, including Catalyst, Nexus, ISR, MX, EX, ASA firewalls, and Firepower threat defense. Proficient in network security implementations with Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks.
|
||||
\item \textbf{Cloud Computing and Services:} Proficient in AWS cloud architecture and management, focusing on services like EC2, S3, VPC, and Lambda. I am proficient in container orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes.
|
||||
\item \textbf{Infrastructure Automation and IaC:} Skilled in automating network and system operations using Ansible, Python, and Terraform. Proficient in IaC methodologies for streamlined cloud infrastructure deployment.
|
||||
\item \textbf{Virtualization and Data Center Technologies:} Competent in managing virtualized environments with VMware and KVM, coupled with specialized knowledge in Cisco data center technologies and SDN concepts.
|
||||
\item \textbf{Programming and Technical Documentation:} Capable of network programmability and automation using APIs and custom scripting. Proficient in creating technical documentation with Markdown and Git and utilizing Large Language Models for content generation and consulting.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
% Military Service Section
|
||||
\section*{Military Service}
|
||||
\textbf{Senior Airman} \textit{United States Air Force, Edwards AFB, CA} \hfill Jun 1993 - Jun 1997
|
||||
\begin{itemize}[leftmargin=*]
|
||||
\item Led diverse construction projects, upholding strict military standards and safety protocols, ensuring completion within stringent deadlines.
|
||||
\item Selected as a Fitness Tester, vital in conducting fitness assessments and enhancing the health and readiness of the unit.
|
||||
\item Orchestrated a significant base-wide clean-up initiative, displaying exceptional leadership and organizational skills, awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal for outstanding contributions.
|
||||
\end{itemize}
|
||||
|
||||
\end{document}
|
||||
@@ -1,116 +0,0 @@
|
||||
## Summary Section
|
||||
|
||||
### Professional Overview
|
||||
Dynamic and versatile Network and Cloud Engineer with over 15 years of experience in infrastructure design and implementation, specializing in AWS Cloud, Cisco, and Juniper network security. Adept at leading diverse projects, focusing on automation, scalability, and efficiency. Committed to innovation in complex network environments.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Certifications Section
|
||||
|
||||
### Professional Credentials
|
||||
- CCNP Enterprise & Data Center: Cisco Certified Network Professional, specializing in enterprise and data center environments.
|
||||
- Cisco DevNet Associate: Certification in Cisco's network development and programmability.
|
||||
- Fortinet Cybersecurity Associate: Fundamental knowledge in cybersecurity, accredited by Fortinet.
|
||||
- AWS Solutions Architect: Expertise in AWS cloud architecture, reflecting in-depth knowledge and practical skills.
|
||||
- Red Hat System Administrator: Certified proficiency in Red Hat system administration.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Core Skills Section
|
||||
|
||||
### Key Competencies
|
||||
- Advanced Networking: Expertise in network architecture, particularly with Cisco, Juniper, and other leading technologies.
|
||||
- Cloud Solutions: Skilled AWS architect, adept in scalable and resilient cloud infrastructures.
|
||||
- Automation and Scripting: Proficient in network automation and scripting using Python, Bash, Ansible, and CI/CD tools.
|
||||
- Network Security: Strong foundation in cybersecurity, supported by Fortinet certification.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Professional Experience Section
|
||||
|
||||
### Consulting System Engineer (TBX, Denver, CO) May 2022 - Present
|
||||
- 5G Tech Leadership: Led technical presentations on 5G, enhancing client engagement significantly.
|
||||
- Network Solution Design: Customized Meraki and Fortinet solutions, boosting network performance by 25%.
|
||||
- Industry Representation: Actively represented TBX at events, forming three significant new business partnerships.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Developer Engineer (AWS, Denver, CO) Sept 2021 - May 2022
|
||||
- AWS Infrastructure Optimization: Optimized network infrastructures, enhancing system resilience by 30%.
|
||||
- Compliance Collaboration: Ensured new deployments adhered to GDPR and CCPA standards.
|
||||
- Load Balancing Enhancement: Played a key role in refining AWS Elastic Load Balancing in high-traffic scenarios.
|
||||
|
||||
### Principal Engineer (Verizon, Denver, CO) Jan 2020 - Sept 2021
|
||||
- IoT and Edge Networks: Directed IoT initiatives, improving network efficiency significantly.
|
||||
- Innovative IoT Solutions: Developed and implemented a groundbreaking IoT network solution.
|
||||
- Network Diagnostics: Integrated advanced monitoring tools, increasing diagnostics efficiency by 30%.
|
||||
|
||||
### Consulting Engineer III (Zivaro, Denver, CO) Oct 2019 - Jan 2020
|
||||
- Scalable Network Solutions: Implemented solutions across AWS and Equinix, cutting costs by 35%.
|
||||
- Cloud Migration Leadership: Orchestrated a large-scale network migration to hybrid cloud environments.
|
||||
- Strategic Network Planning: Translated complex business objectives into effective network strategies.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Engineer IV (Charter Communications, Denver, CO) Sept 2018 - Oct 2019
|
||||
- Network Modernization: Overhauled legacy systems, improving performance and security by 50%.
|
||||
- Advanced Network Technology: Implemented cutting-edge network technologies in data center environments.
|
||||
- DNS Resilience Strategy: Ensured 99.9% uptime for mission-critical applications.
|
||||
|
||||
### Sr Data Center Network Engineer (Kaiser Permanente, Denver, CO) May 2016 - Apr 2018
|
||||
- SDDC Methodologies: Led the adoption of SDDC, enhancing network scalability.
|
||||
- High-Availability Solutions: Resolved complex performance issues in high-availability environments.
|
||||
- Cisco ACI Deployment: Spearheaded Cisco ACI deployment, improving security management.
|
||||
|
||||
### Sr Technical Architect (AT&T, Supporting TIAA-CREF, Broomfield, CO)
|
||||
- $100M Project Management: Managed a landmark network transformation project.
|
||||
- Infrastructure Upgrades: Supervised infrastructure upgrades, integrating seamlessly with legacy systems.
|
||||
- Network Security Reinforcement: Enhanced defenses with Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls, reducing breaches by over 40%.
|
||||
|
||||
### Network Analyst (PHNS, Plano, TX) Jun 2009 - Jul 2010
|
||||
- Scripting for Performance: Utilized Python and Bash to streamline operations and reduce downtime.
|
||||
- Traffic Analysis Tools: Implemented IP accounting tools for improved network traffic analysis.
|
||||
- Network Security Protocols: Developed robust security protocols, reducing incidents by 25%.
|
||||
|
||||
### Lead Network Service & Support Engineer (Ze-Net Technologies, Plano, TX) Feb 2008 - May 2009
|
||||
- NMS Deployment: Led NMS implementation, improving issue resolution by 25%.
|
||||
- Security Framework Overhaul: Revamped LAN/WLAN security, reducing incidents by 30%.
|
||||
- Complex Issue Resolution: Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving.
|
||||
|
||||
### Technical Support Engineer (Sanz, Richardson, TX) Apr 2006 - Jun 2008
|
||||
- Backup and Recovery: Developed robust strategies, reducing data loss incidents.
|
||||
- Vendor Management: Optimized hardware/software integration, enhancing performance.
|
||||
- IP-Based Networks: Strengthened network reliability and disaster recovery capabilities.
|
||||
|
||||
### NetApp Field Service Professional (Technology Service Professionals, Dallas, TX) Apr 2005 - Apr 2006
|
||||
- NAS Configuration Optimization: Enhanced NAS performance in high-traffic environments by 30%.
|
||||
- Operational Issue Resolution: Maintained exemplary standards of data availability.
|
||||
- NAS Management Best Practices: Fostered a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.
|
||||
|
||||
### System Administrator (Austin Lighting Products, Austin, TX) Jan 2000 - Jan 2002
|
||||
- System Infrastructure Management: Achieved 99.9% uptime, ensuring robust system performance.
|
||||
- Security Protocols Implementation: Instituted stringent measures, reducing security breaches significantly.
|
||||
- End-User Support: Enhanced user satisfaction and system usability.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
Technologies Section
|
||||
|
||||
### Technical Expertise
|
||||
- **Cisco Systems Mastery**: In-depth experience with Cisco Catalyst, Nexus switches, and ISR routers. Key project: Led a complete overhaul of the network infrastructure for a mid-sized financial institution, significantly enhancing system reliability and throughput.
|
||||
- **Juniper Network Skills**: Managed enterprise-level networks using Juniper MX and EX Series. Example: Administered the network for a large educational institution, ensuring high availability and security.
|
||||
- **Cloud Services Acumen**: Developed and deployed scalable AWS cloud infrastructures. Notable project: Spearheaded the migration of on-premise data centers to AWS, achieving a 40% reduction in operational costs while enhancing scalability.
|
||||
- **Fortinet Security Expertise**: Configured and maintained FortiGate firewalls and FortiManager. Key achievement: Implemented comprehensive network security solutions for a healthcare provider, meeting stringent HIPAA compliance requirements.
|
||||
- **Palo Alto Networks Proficiency**: Implemented and managed Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls. Significant project: Deployed advanced threat prevention and network segmentation strategies for a regional bank.
|
||||
- **Linux Systems Proficiency**: Administered Linux servers across various distributions. Example: Managed a server farm for a cloud services provider, focusing on uptime and security, reducing downtime by 15%.
|
||||
- **Scripting and Automation**: Automated network tasks using Ansible, Python, and Terraform. Highlight: Developed a suite of automation scripts for network configuration and deployment, reducing manual errors and saving hundreds of man-hours annually.
|
||||
- **Virtualization Expertise**: Extensive experience with VMware and KVM. Key project: Led the virtualization of physical servers for a software development company, improving resource utilization and reducing energy costs.
|
||||
- **Data Center Leadership**: Expertise in Cisco ACI and Nexus switches for data center automation. Notable achievement: Designed and implemented a next-generation data center for a large telecom, enhancing efficiency and agility.
|
||||
- **Red Hat Linux Expertise**: RHCSA certified with a strong track record in Red Hat environments. Example: Oversaw the migration of legacy systems to Red Hat-based platforms for a government agency, improving system stability and compliance.
|
||||
- **Network Programming**: Leveraged Cisco DevNet certification for network programmability. Key initiative: Developed custom API integrations for network automation, significantly improving operational responsiveness and efficiency.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Military Service (United States Air Force, Edwards AFB, CA) Jun 1993 - Jun 1997
|
||||
|
||||
- Construction Project Leadership: Managed diverse projects, enhancing operational efficiency.
|
||||
- Fitness Testing: Conducted assessments, improving unit readiness.
|
||||
- Environmental Stewardship: Received the Air Force Achievement Medal for coordinating a base-wide initiative.
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
@@ -1,64 +0,0 @@
|
||||
# Financial News and Analysis RSS Feeds
|
||||
|
||||
## **General Financial News**:
|
||||
|
||||
- [Bloomberg](https://www.bloomberg.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.bloomberg.com/feeds/bbiz/sitemap_index.xml`
|
||||
- [The Wall Street Journal](https://www.wsj.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://feeds.a.dj.com/rss/RSSMarketsMain.xml`
|
||||
- [Financial Times](https://www.ft.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.ft.com/?format=rss`
|
||||
- [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `http://feeds.reuters.com/reuters/businessNews`
|
||||
- [MarketWatch](https://www.marketwatch.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.marketwatch.com/rss/topstories`
|
||||
- [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.cnbc.com/id/100003114/device/rss/rss.html`
|
||||
|
||||
## **Sector-Specific News**:
|
||||
|
||||
- **Technology**:
|
||||
- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `http://feeds.feedburner.com/TechCrunch/`
|
||||
- [Wired](https://www.wired.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.wired.com/feed/rss`
|
||||
- **Biotech**:
|
||||
- [FierceBiotech](https://www.fiercebiotech.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.fiercebiotech.com/rss/xml`
|
||||
|
||||
## **Forex and Commodities**:
|
||||
|
||||
- [Forex Factory](https://www.forexfactory.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.forexfactory.com/ff_calendar_thisweek.xml`
|
||||
- [DailyFX](https://www.dailyfx.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.dailyfx.com/feeds/all`
|
||||
|
||||
## **Stock Analysis**:
|
||||
|
||||
- [Seeking Alpha](https://seekingalpha.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://seekingalpha.com/feed.xml`
|
||||
- [Motley Fool](https://www.fool.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.fool.com/rss.aspx`
|
||||
|
||||
# Crypto Market News and Analysis RSS Feeds
|
||||
|
||||
## **General Crypto News**:
|
||||
|
||||
- [CoinDesk](https://www.coindesk.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://feeds.feedburner.com/CoinDesk`
|
||||
- [CoinTelegraph](https://cointelegraph.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://cointelegraph.com/rss`
|
||||
- [CryptoSlate](https://cryptoslate.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://cryptoslate.com/feed/`
|
||||
- [The Block](https://www.theblockcrypto.com/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://www.theblockcrypto.com/feed`
|
||||
|
||||
## **Crypto Analysis and Reports**:
|
||||
|
||||
- [Messari](https://messari.io/)
|
||||
- RSS: `https://messari.io/rss`
|
||||
|
||||
## **Crypto Community and Discussions**:
|
||||
|
||||
- [BitcoinTalk](https://bitcointalk.org/)
|
||||
- **Note**: Bitcointalk itself doesn't provide an RSS, but you can use third-party tools to generate RSS feeds for specific forums or threads.
|
||||
@@ -1,98 +0,0 @@
|
||||
# Integrated Guide to Sales Mastery
|
||||
|
||||
## Building Authentic Relationships
|
||||
- **"How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie**
|
||||
- Cultivate deep, respectful relationships to create customer loyalty. Authentic rapport is foundational to ongoing sales success.
|
||||
|
||||
## Enhancing Sales with Psychology
|
||||
- **"The Psychology of Selling" by Brian Tracy**
|
||||
- Develop a positive self-concept and understand psychological triggers to boost sales performance. Embrace personal development as a continual process.
|
||||
|
||||
## Principles of Effective Selling
|
||||
- **"The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey**
|
||||
- Apply Covey’s habits to sales for credibility and trustworthiness. Effective personal habits translate into professional sales excellence.
|
||||
|
||||
## Mastering the Close
|
||||
- **"Secrets of a Master Closer" by Mike Kaplan**
|
||||
- Closing is an art built on a compelling narrative throughout the customer's journey. Mastering this narrative leads to consistent closing success.
|
||||
|
||||
## Innovating Sales Strategies
|
||||
- **"Blue Ocean Strategy" by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne**
|
||||
- Innovate and differentiate to find new markets. Apply 'Blue Ocean' principles to personal sales strategies for a competitive edge.
|
||||
|
||||
## Systematizing Sales Development
|
||||
- **"The Sales Development Playbook" by Trish Bertuzzi**
|
||||
- Create a dynamic sales process that integrates creativity with analytics. A systematic approach is key in a rapidly changing sales environment.
|
||||
|
||||
## Education-Based Selling
|
||||
- **"The Ultimate Sales Machine" by Chet Holmes**
|
||||
- Position yourself as a trusted advisor through education-based marketing. This builds relationships and enhances the sales narrative.
|
||||
|
||||
## Reimagining the Role of Sales
|
||||
- **"To Sell Is Human" by Daniel H. Pink**
|
||||
- Recognize the role of persuasive skills across all professions. Embrace the broader role of 'non-sales selling' with a focus on service and clarity.
|
||||
|
||||
## Strategic Negotiation
|
||||
- **"Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss**
|
||||
- Leverage emotional intelligence and tactical empathy in negotiations to reveal underlying motivations, crucial for complex sales scenarios.
|
||||
|
||||
## The Challenger Approach
|
||||
- **"The Challenger Sale" by Matthew Dixon & Brent Adamson**
|
||||
- Use 'Commercial Teaching' to align customer learning with your unique strengths. Challenge customers to think differently about their needs.
|
||||
|
||||
## Disciplined Prospecting
|
||||
- **"Fanatical Prospecting" by Jeb Blount**
|
||||
- Adopt a disciplined, multi-channel prospecting strategy to engage modern buyers effectively. Balance traditional methods with innovative tactics.
|
||||
|
||||
## Adapting to the Sales Landscape
|
||||
- **"Jeffrey Gitomer’s Sales Manifesto" by Jeffrey Gitomer**
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- Stay adaptable and evolve sales tactics to meet current and future demands. Embrace change as a constant in the sales profession.
|
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|
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# Understanding and Applying Behavioral Science in Sales
|
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|
||||
## Fundamentals of Influence
|
||||
- **"Influence: Science and Practice" by Robert B. Cialdini**
|
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- Delve into the six principles of persuasion (reciprocity, commitment and consistency, social proof, authority, liking, and scarcity) and apply them to create compelling sales strategies.
|
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|
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## Emotional Intelligence in Sales
|
||||
- **"Emotional Intelligence 2.0" by Travis Bradberry & Jean Greaves**
|
||||
- Harness the power of emotional intelligence to better understand customer emotions and motivations, enhancing rapport and trust in sales interactions.
|
||||
## Behavioral Economics & Decision Making
|
||||
- **"Predictably Irrational" by Dan Ariely**
|
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- Explore how cognitive biases influence decision-making, providing insights into how customers make purchasing decisions and how to frame sales pitches effectively.
|
||||
|
||||
## The Psychology of Buying
|
||||
- **"Buyology: Truth and Lies About Why We Buy" by Martin Lindstrom**
|
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- Investigate the subconscious thoughts and feelings that influence buying behavior, utilizing neuromarketing research to inform sales approaches.
|
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|
||||
## Negotiation as Behavioral Art
|
||||
- **"Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss**
|
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- Understand negotiation not just as a skill but as an art form that employs empathy, active listening, and strategic questioning to uncover what customers truly value.
|
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|
||||
## The Role of Habit in Sales
|
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- **"The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg**
|
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- Learn how habits are formed and changed, both in sales professionals and customers, to develop strategies that can influence purchasing habits and create new sales opportunities.
|
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|
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## Persuasion through Storytelling
|
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- **"Made to Stick" by Chip and Dan Heath**
|
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- Use the power of storytelling to make sales messages 'stick'. Understand how simplicity, unexpectedness, concreteness, credibility, emotions, and stories (SUCCESS) make ideas persuasive and memorable.
|
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|
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## Social Dynamics in Sales
|
||||
- **"Contagious: How to Build Word of Mouth in the Digital Age" by Jonah Berger**
|
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- Leverage the social dynamics that make products and ideas catch on. Learn to craft messages and sales strategies that customers will share.
|
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|
||||
## Human Behavior and Technology
|
||||
- **"Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products" by Nir Eyal**
|
||||
- Investigate how to create products and services that captivate customers, encouraging repeat engagement through the Hook Model: a cycle of trigger, action, variable reward, and investment.
|
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|
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## Advanced Sales Psychology
|
||||
- **"The Psychology of Selling" by Brian Tracy**
|
||||
- Explore advanced concepts of sales psychology, such as the 'mental laws' that govern the sales process and techniques to align with them, thereby increasing sales effectiveness.
|
||||
|
||||
## Consultative Selling and Problem Solving
|
||||
- **"SPIN Selling" by Neil Rackham**
|
||||
- Apply the SPIN (Situation, Problem, Implication, Need-payoff) technique to understand customer problems deeply and position your product as the solution, influencing their buying decisions through consultative selling.
|
||||
|
||||
## Behavioral Change and Sales Transformation
|
||||
- **"Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard" by Chip and Dan Heath**
|
||||
- Study the process of change in individuals and organizations to better manage customer hesitations and resistance, facilitating smoother transitions during the sales process.
|
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## **Space Weather Briefing: [Date]**
|
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|
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#### **Solar Activity:**
|
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|
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- **Solar Flares:** [Intensity, Locations, Potential Earth-Directed?]
|
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- **CMEs:** [Direction, Speed, Potential Earth Impact Time]
|
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|
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#### **Geomagnetic Conditions:**
|
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|
||||
- **Current Kp Index:** [Value]
|
||||
- **Storm Prediction:** [e.g., "G2 Moderate Storm predicted in next 24 hours."]
|
||||
|
||||
#### **Solar Wind:**
|
||||
|
||||
- **Speed:** [Value in km/s]
|
||||
- **Density:** [Value in protons/cm^3]
|
||||
|
||||
#### **Satellite Reports:**
|
||||
|
||||
- [Specific satellites, e.g., "GOES-17 reports elevated electron flux."]
|
||||
- [Any anomalies or issues due to space weather.]
|
||||
|
||||
#### **Real-World Impacts:**
|
||||
|
||||
- [Any reported disturbances in power grids, communication systems, etc.]
|
||||
|
||||
#### **Observational Highlights:**
|
||||
|
||||
- **Aurora Forecast:** [Predicted Visibility Locations]
|
||||
- **Sky Watcher Tips:** [E.g., "Potential visible aurora in Northern US and Canada."]
|
||||
|
||||
#### **News & Announcements:**
|
||||
|
||||
- [Any relevant news or updates.]
|
||||
|
||||
#### **Closing Note:** [Any additional comments or next briefing date.]
|
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|
||||
## Comedy/Drama
|
||||
|
||||
- **Seinfeld (1989–1998)**: Iconic "show about nothing" featuring the daily life of stand-up comedian Jerry Seinfeld and his group of friends.
|
||||
- **Friends (1994–2004)**: Sitcom about a group of friends living in Manhattan, navigating their careers, love lives, and friendships.
|
||||
- **Sex and the City (1998-2004)**: Comedy-drama about four women navigating their sex and love lives in New York City.
|
||||
- **The King of Queens (1998-2007)**: A sitcom following the lives of a delivery man, his wife, and his cantankerous father-in-law.
|
||||
- **Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000-present)**: Comedy series featuring a fictionalized version of Larry David, co-creator of Seinfeld.
|
||||
- **Six Feet Under (2001-2005)**: Drama series about a family running a funeral home in Los Angeles.
|
||||
- **The Office (US) (2005–2013)**: Mockumentary-style sitcom set in the office of a paper company in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
|
||||
- **Big Love (2006-2011)**: Drama series about a polygamist and his relationship with his three wives.
|
||||
- **Parks and Recreation (2009-2015)**: Political satire sitcom following the antics of the Parks Department of Pawnee, Indiana.
|
||||
- **Sherlock (2010–2017)**: Modern adaptation of the classic Sherlock Holmes detective stories.
|
||||
- **Fleabag (2016–2019)**: Dark comedy-drama following the life of a young woman in London, known simply as Fleabag.
|
||||
|
||||
## Historical Drama
|
||||
|
||||
- **Band of Brothers (2001)**: WWII mini-series dramatizing the history of "Easy" Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, of the 101st Airborne Division.
|
||||
- **Deadwood (2004-2006)**: Western drama set in the late 1800s in Deadwood, South Dakota, before and after the area's annexation by the Dakota Territory.
|
||||
- **Mad Men (2007–2015)**: Period drama following the personal and professional lives of Madison Avenue advertising executives in the 1960s.
|
||||
- **Game of Thrones (2011–2019)**: Epic fantasy series based on George R.R. Martin's series of fantasy novels, "A Song of Ice and Fire."
|
||||
- **The Crown (2016–present)**: Biographical drama about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
|
||||
- **Chernobyl (2019)**: Historical drama mini-series depicting the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster and its aftermath.
|
||||
|
||||
## Sitcoms
|
||||
|
||||
- **I Love Lucy (1951–1957)**: Groundbreaking sitcom centered on a zany housewife who dreams of stardom and her bandleader husband.
|
||||
- **The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970–1977)**: A sitcom about a single woman working as a news producer in Minneapolis.
|
||||
- **All in the Family (1971–1979)**: Groundbreaking sitcom known for addressing serious and controversial social issues through the lens of the conservative Bunker family.
|
||||
- **The Simpsons (1989–present)**: Long-running animated sitcom about a working-class family in the fictional town of Springfield.
|
||||
- **Fraggle Rock (1983-1987)**: Jim Henson's fun and educational puppet series aimed at teaching kids about the world.
|
||||
|
||||
## Science Fiction/Fantasy
|
||||
|
||||
- **The Twilight Zone (1959–1964)**: Anthology series known for its unexpected plot twists, exploring various genres like science-fiction, fantasy, and horror.
|
||||
- **Star Trek: The Original Series (1966–1969)**: Space exploration series set in a future where humans and aliens coexist and work together in harmony.
|
||||
- **The X-Files (1993–2018)**: Science fiction drama following FBI agents Mulder and Scully as they investigate paranormal cases.
|
||||
- **Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997–2003)**: Cult classic supernatural drama about a young woman chosen to battle the forces of evil.
|
||||
- **Stranger Things (2016–present)**: Sci-Fi horror series centered on a group of kids in the 1980s encountering supernatural forces in their small town.
|
||||
|
||||
## Crime/Drama
|
||||
|
||||
- **Oz (1997-2003)**: A gritty drama set in an experimental section of a maximum-security state prison.
|
||||
- **The Sopranos (1999–2007)**: Groundbreaking drama about mob boss Tony Soprano, who balances the demands of his crime family with those of his own.
|
||||
- **The Wire (2002–2008)**: Crime drama exploring the interconnected society of Baltimore, including the police department, schools, and media.
|
||||
- **Breaking Bad (2008–2013)**: Crime drama about a high school chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine manufacturing drug dealer.
|
||||
|
||||
## Political/Social Drama
|
||||
|
||||
- **M\*A\*S\*H (1972–1983)**: Comedy-drama set in a mobile Army surgical hospital during the Korean War, known for its blend of comedy and serious themes.
|
||||
- **The West Wing (1999–2006)**: Political drama series depicting the lives of staff at the White House.
|
||||
|
||||
## Medical Drama
|
||||
|
||||
- **ER (1994-2009)**: A medical drama set in the emergency room of a fictional Chicago hospital.
|
||||
|
||||
## Police Procedural Drama
|
||||
|
||||
- **CHiPs (1977-1983)**: A drama that follows the lives of two motorcycle police officers of the California Highway Patrol.
|
||||
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|
||||
# Global Politics, Economics, and Financial Markets: A Twitter Resource List
|
||||
|
||||
This list of Twitter accounts provides a comprehensive and well-organized resource for staying informed about global politics, economics, and financial markets. It includes a mix of individual experts, esteemed institutions, and reputable news sources, offering a variety of perspectives and insights.
|
||||
|
||||
## Global Politics
|
||||
|
||||
| Twitter Account | Description |
|
||||
| --------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
|
||||
| @PeterZeihan | Global geopolitics, future of world order, geopolitical impacts on economic trends, potential global conflicts, and the role of energy in international politics. |
|
||||
| @ForeignAffairs | In-depth analysis of global issues, including politics, economics, and culture. |
|
||||
| @Atlantic | In-depth analysis of global issues, including politics, economics, and culture. |
|
||||
| @WSJopinion | Commentary from a variety of experts on global politics and economics. |
|
||||
| @CFR_org | Research and analysis on global issues. |
|
||||
| @ChathamHouse | Research and analysis on international affairs. |
|
||||
| @ECFR | Insights into European geopolitics and policy-making. |
|
||||
| @CER_EU | In-depth analysis of European affairs. |
|
||||
|
||||
## Economics
|
||||
|
||||
| Twitter Account | Description |
|
||||
| ---------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
|
||||
| @LynAldenContact | Global macroeconomic trends, investment strategies, inflation, interest rates, and the interplay between economic policy and market outcomes. |
|
||||
| @DiMartinoBooth | The workings and policies of the Federal Reserve, U.S. economic trends, financial markets, and broad economic commentary. |
|
||||
| @TheEconomist | In-depth analysis of global economic trends. |
|
||||
| @FTopinion | Commentary from a variety of experts on global economics. |
|
||||
| @IMFNews | Research and analysis on the global economy. |
|
||||
| @WorldBank | Research and analysis on poverty and development. |
|
||||
| @NBER_org | Research and analysis on the U.S. economy. |
|
||||
| @MohamedElErian | Insights into global macroeconomic trends and economic policy. |
|
||||
| @NourielRoubini | Insights into global macroeconomic trends and financial markets. |
|
||||
| @Noahpinion | Economic commentary and analysis, with a focus on the U.S. economy. |
|
||||
|
||||
## Crypto Topics
|
||||
|
||||
| Twitter Account | Description |
|
||||
| ------------------ | ---------------------------------------------- |
|
||||
| @VitalikButerin | Co-founder of Ethereum |
|
||||
| @nic\_\_carter\*\* | Partner at Castle Island Ventures |
|
||||
| @hasufl\*\* | Research Analyst at ARK Invest |
|
||||
| @cobie\*\* | Analyst at ParaFi Capital |
|
||||
| @rektcapital\*\* | On-chain data analyst |
|
||||
| @CoinDesk\*\* | News and analysis on the cryptocurrency market |
|
||||
| @TheBlock\*\* | News and analysis on the cryptocurrency market |
|
||||
| @Cointelegraph\*\* | News and analysis on the cryptocurrency market |
|
||||
| @DecryptMedia\*\* | News and analysis on the cryptocurrency market |
|
||||
| @MessariCrypto\*\* | Crypto asset data and intelligence platform |
|
||||
|
||||
## Financial Markets
|
||||
|
||||
| Twitter Account | Description |
|
||||
| ----------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
|
||||
| @Stimpyz1 | Intricacies of stock market operations, order flows, market making, high-frequency trading, and other "behind-the-scenes" facets of market mechanics. |
|
||||
| @EPBResearch | Market cycle analysis, economic forecasting, technical analysis, and possibly methodologies like Elliott Wave Theory to anticipate market moves. |
|
||||
| @BloombergMarkets | News and analysis on financial markets. |
|
||||
| @ReutersBiz | News and analysis on financial markets. |
|
||||
| @MarketWatch | News and analysis on financial markets. |
|
||||
| @YahooFinance | News and analysis on financial markets. |
|
||||
| @Investingcom | News and analysis on financial markets. |
|
||||
|
||||
## Additional Tips
|
||||
|
||||
- Consider following a mix of accounts that represent a variety of perspectives, both in terms of ideology and geography.
|
||||
- Avoid the "echo chamber" effect by seeking out a variety of perspectives in order to develop a more nuanced understanding of the world.
|
||||
- Periodically review and refresh your list of sources to ensure you're getting diverse and updated perspectives.
|
||||
|
||||
## Forex Topics
|
||||
|
||||
**Overall**
|
||||
|
||||
| Twitter Account | Description |
|
||||
| --------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
|
||||
| @FXstreetNews | News and analysis on the forex market. |
|
||||
| @ForexLive | News and analysis on the forex market, with a focus on real-time trading. |
|
||||
| @ReutersFX | News and analysis on the forex market from Reuters. |
|
||||
| @BloombergFX | News and analysis on the forex market from Bloomberg. |
|
||||
| @DailyFX | News and analysis on the forex market from DailyFX. |
|
||||
| @ForexFactory | News and analysis on the forex market, with a focus on technical analysis. |
|
||||
| @BabyPips | Forex education and analysis for beginners. |
|
||||
| @FxPro | Forex brokerage and analysis. |
|
||||
| @OANDA | Forex brokerage and analysis. |
|
||||
| @PepperstoneFX | Forex brokerage and analysis. |
|
||||
| @ICMarkets | Forex brokerage and analysis. |
|
||||
| @FXCM | Forex brokerage and analysis. |
|
||||
| @FBS_Official | Forex brokerage and analysis. |
|
||||
|
||||
**EUR/USD**
|
||||
|
||||
| Twitter Account | Description |
|
||||
| ---------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------- |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Pair | News and analysis on the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSDForex | News and analysis on the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Analysis | Technical analysis of the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Scalping | Scalping trading strategies for the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Trading | General trading strategies for the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Signals | Trading signals for the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Forecast | Forecasts for the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_News | News and events that may impact the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Charts | Charts and technical analysis of the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Technicals | Technical analysis of the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_Sentiment | Sentiment analysis for the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
| @EURUSD_RiskManagement | Risk management advice for trading the EUR/USD currency pair. |
|
||||
@@ -1,24 +0,0 @@
|
||||
**YouTube**
|
||||
|
||||
* Geopolitics:
|
||||
* The Economist: [A weekly international affairs video channel from The Economist magazine.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Foreign Policy: [A weekly international affairs video channel from Foreign Policy magazine.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* World Affairs: [A weekly international affairs video channel from the World Affairs Council of America.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Crypto:
|
||||
* Coin Bureau: [A cryptocurrency educational channel that covers a wide range of topics, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Benjamin Cowen: [A cryptocurrency analyst and trader who shares his insights and analysis on the market.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Crypto Banter: [A cryptocurrency news and analysis channel that covers the latest developments in the crypto space.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Forex:
|
||||
* Forex Basics: [A YouTube channel that teaches the basics of forex trading.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* BabyPips: [A YouTube channel that teaches the basics of forex trading.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* DailyFX: [A YouTube channel that provides daily forex analysis and commentary.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Economics:
|
||||
* Khan Academy Economics: [A YouTube channel that teaches the basics of economics.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Econ 101: [A YouTube channel that teaches the basics of economics.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Crash Course Economics: [A YouTube channel that teaches the basics of economics in a fun and engaging way.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Military activities:
|
||||
* The War Zone: [A YouTube channel that covers military news and analysis.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Sandboxx: [A YouTube channel that covers military news and culture.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Task & Purpose: [A YouTube channel that covers military news and culture.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
* Plane activities:
|
||||
* FlightRadar24: [A YouTube channel that live tracks flights from around the world.](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18vG74z52i2_9wN9a7uU7Q)
|
||||
@@ -1,33 +0,0 @@
|
||||
# Focused Blueprint for Advanced Tech Skill Development
|
||||
|
||||
## 1. Dominate DevOps: Your Essential Starting Point
|
||||
- **Immediate Action:** Begin with mastering Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) using Jenkins, and delve into Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with tools like Terraform and Ansible.
|
||||
- **Learn Deeply:** Understand the principles of DevOps, such as automation, collaboration, and rapid delivery. Get comfortable with version control systems like Git.
|
||||
- **Why It Matters:** DevOps is revolutionizing software development. It's not just a skill set; it's a culture and a mindset. Mastering it means you're at the forefront of efficient and innovative software delivery.
|
||||
|
||||
## 2. Automation: The Game-Changer
|
||||
- **Immediate Action:** Start with Python for general automation tasks. For IaC, dive into Golang which offers superior performance and is increasingly favored in this domain.
|
||||
- **Expand Your Toolkit:** Explore Bash for Linux-based script automation. For cloud-related tasks, consider learning cloud-specific scripting solutions like AWS CloudFormation.
|
||||
- **Why It Matters:** Automation is central to modern IT operations. It reduces errors, saves time, and frees you up for more creative, high-value work. Embracing it is key to staying relevant and efficient.
|
||||
|
||||
## 3. Cybersecurity: Your Non-Negotiable Priority
|
||||
- **Immediate Action:** Kick off with network security fundamentals. Progress to more advanced topics like ethical hacking, penetration testing, and cybersecurity frameworks.
|
||||
- **Go Deeper:** Engage with the latest in security technology - understand encryption, blockchain security, and AI in cybersecurity. Stay informed on the latest threats and defense mechanisms.
|
||||
- **Why It Matters:** Security breaches can be catastrophic. Your ability to safeguard digital assets is crucial. In the tech world, robust cybersecurity knowledge makes you a guardian against ever-evolving threats.
|
||||
|
||||
## 4. System Performance: Be the Efficiency Expert
|
||||
- **Immediate Action:** Start with Linux system architecture. Learn to monitor, analyze, and optimize performance for different workloads.
|
||||
- **Broader Knowledge:** Understand distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and how to scale systems reliably and efficiently. Learn about resource management and virtualization.
|
||||
- **Why It Matters:** Performance tuning is critical in a world where speed and efficiency are king. Being adept in this area means you can significantly improve system capabilities and business outcomes.
|
||||
|
||||
## 5. Open Source: The Real-World Arena
|
||||
- **Immediate Action:** Find open-source projects that align with your interests. Start contributing, whether it's code, documentation, or community support.
|
||||
- **Broaden Your Horizon:** Engage with various projects to understand different codebases and workflows. Learn about open-source licensing, community building, and project management.
|
||||
- **Why It Matters:** Open source is the heart of innovation in the tech world. It's a melting pot of collaboration, learning, and real-world impact. Your active participation here sets you apart as a committed and skilled professional.
|
||||
|
||||
# Your Roadmap to Success
|
||||
- **Stay Hungry for Knowledge:** The tech field never sleeps. Constant learning is your ticket to staying relevant.
|
||||
- **Apply, Then Amplify:** Implement your skills in small projects, then scale up. Practice solidifies knowledge and breeds innovation.
|
||||
- **Build Your Network:** Tech is as much about connections as it is about skill. Engage with peers, mentors, and communities.
|
||||
- **Certify Your Skills:** Certifications aren't just paper - they're a testament to your dedication and expertise.
|
||||
- **Synergize Your Skills:** Learning in isolation isn't enough. See the big picture and understand how different technologies and skills interconnect.
|
||||
Reference in New Issue
Block a user