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Monday, 12 September 2016

Extremely Interesting Speech

Extremely Interesting Speech Topics That are Meant for Kids


Speeches give you a platform to express yourself. Public speaking helps you get rid of stage fright and boosts confidence. An interesting topic is a prerequisite for an interesting speech. In this article, we give you interesting speech topics for kids.

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Interesting speech topics for kids
Speaking on stage is an opportunity in itself. It is a chance to express yourself, share your views with the audience and receive their feedback. An informative speech is an opportunity to educate or inform people about something you know or have researched on. Speaking on a funny speech topic is your chance to entertain the audience. A persuasive speech topic gives you the opportunity to influence the listeners while a demonstrative topic lets you explain something you know about in a way that the audience understands.
The bottom line of public speaking is to capture public interest. Your speech topic and speech delivery should be such that the listeners don't lose interest till the end of your speech. Whichever type of speech it is, choosing an interesting topic is essential.
When choosing a speech topic, take the following things into account.

The occasion
The audience
Your interest
Your strengths
Time


Informative Speech Topics

History of Barbie
Famous Inventors and their Inventions
Formation of Volcanoes (you could choose any other ecological phenomenon like formation of caves, formation of glaciers, etc.)
Endangered Animal Species
World-famous Artists
Leaders who changed the World
Evolution of Computers
Nutrients in Food

Impact of Technology
The Most Iconic Sports Figures
Famous People from your country/city
The Reality of Reality Shows
History of the English Alphabet
History of the Number System
Pros and Cons of Cloning
Alternative Sources of Energy and their Use

Informative speech topics

The Newest in Technology
Genetically Modified Food
A particular Period in History
A Favorite TV or Radio Show
A Favorite Cuisine
How a particular gadget Works
A particular Revolution or Movement in History
Tips/Advice on Investing in... choose from stocks, gold, silver, etc.

History of Chocolate
Effects of Pollution
Impact of Technology

Demonstrative Speech Topics

Flower Arrangement
Teach American Sign Language Alphabet
How to Make a Sand Castle
How to Make Ice Cream
Packing for a Trip
Making a Family Tree
How to Read Piano Music
How to Iron Clothes
Making a Halloween Mask

Decorating a Christmas Tree
How to Tie different Knots
How to Play a particular board game
How to Pack a Suitcase
How to Set up an E-mail Account
How to Play a particular Musical Instrument
Use of Contact Lenses
How to Iron Clothes
How to Plant a Tree
How to Eat using Chopsticks
The Right Way to Use a Spoon, Fork, and Knife
How to Apply Makeup

Demonstrative speech topics

How to Straighten or Curl your Hair (You could also choose to demonstrate a particular hairstyle.)
How to Set a Dinner Table
Steps to Draw a... (choose from flowers, cartoon characters, a particular animal/bird, etc.)

How to Make a... (choose from craft ideas like making a paper lantern, an origami rose, airplane, paper mache, playdough, gift bag, greeting card, etc.)
Fun things to do with... (choose from glue, waste paper, toilet paper, old cardboard box, buttons, old plastic bottles, old clothes. Here, you would be expected to suggest wealth-from-waste ideas and demonstrate innovative ways of using or making something creative out of old materials.)

How to Polish Shoes
How to Read Maps
Yoga Poses of Good Health

Persuasive Speech Topics

Zoos are good/bad for preservation of animals (go with the option you are convinced with)
The recess should be longer
Benefits of homework
Save the planet
Don't give in to peer pressure
Uniforms should/should not be made compulsory (go with the option you are convinced with)
Be a vegetarian
Treat obesity seriously

It's important to learn a second language
Athletic scholarships are fair/unfair (go with the option you are convinced with)
There should be a minimum age for plastic surgery
Entrance exam scores are not true indicators of a student's caliber

Persuasive speech topics

Drug addicts should be given medical treatment instead of legal punishment
The tax system is fair/unfair (go with the option you are convinced with)
Laws for gun control need to be stricter

Education is important
Reduce, reuse, recycle
Smoking is bad for health

Funny Speech Topics

Funniest pranks
My most embarrassing moment
How I was April fooled
Weird things to do on your birthday
How to drive someone crazy
Excuses for not doing homework
Funny voicemail messages
... and I couldn't stop laughing

Funny animal behavior
Snappy comebacks
Fun ways to order a pizza
Funny Internet terms
Coincidences
Crazy laws
My biggest blooper
Fun ways to remember names/faces
Funny questions for friends
The stupidest/silliest questions I have been asked
The dumbest questions I have ever asked
Jokes that make you laugh each time you listen to/read them

Funny speech topics

Meeting an alien
Why the world's a funny place
Why English is a funny language
Prank call ideas
Strange addictions
Weird world records

Other Interesting Speech Topics

Why do stars twinkle?
Causes of eclipses
Why is the grass green?
How birds know when to migrate
Why chameleons change color
Reasons why we overeat
Why do we have dreams when asleep?
Why do doctors wear white coats?
Why bats hand upside down
How honeybees make honey
How emotions affect memory
How animals communicate


How do we remember things?
What makes us addicted to things?
How the heart works
How the brain works
What makes a good leader
First day at school/college
My hobbies
My summer trip
My favorite sport
My house
Why I love my... (you could choose any close relation like mom, dad, sibling, or grandparents)
A food I won't mind eating everyday

My favorite subject in school
My greatest fear
My most favorite possession
The happiest day in my life
How to decorate your room
How to plan a surprise party
The best last-minute gifts to buy

What's the Occasion? Who's the Audience?
The occasion could be an event in school or a speech competition. In case of an event or celebration in school, your speech topic should pertain to the significance of that day. In case of a speech competition, you might be given a set of subjects to choose from. In this case, you should also consider the difficulty level of your speech topic. The audience could be students and teachers from your school or from other schools as well. Or it could be your parents. Choose a topic depending on the occasion and the kind of audience you have.
What You Like; What You Are Good At
The next most important things are your interest and strengths. You need to see which subjects interest you and what you are good at. If you know you cannot speak on a funny topic, no point choosing one. If you know you cannot speak convincingly, you may not be able to deliver a good persuasive speech. Similarly, if you are not interested in a particular subject, don't force yourself to choose it as your speech topic. There are less chances of being able to give an interesting speech on a topic you never liked.
The Time You Have
The next important factor is the time allotted to you. There are topics you can't cover in a five-minute speech and there are topics you can't stretch beyond three minutes. A speech on environmental problems, for example, can go long while you cannot speak about something like 'how volcanoes are formed' for more than say 3-4 minutes. Now, environmental problems are so many that you can talk about each of them elaborately. But 'how volcanoes are formed' is a very specific topic and in stretching the speech too long, you'll end up being repetitive. The complexity of your topic defines the length of your speech and that determines your preparation time too.
Interesting speech topics make you explore new subjects, experiment with new things, and present what you know in an interesting way. A speech reflects your eloquence and oratory skills as well as the research that has gone into making the speech. Especially so, when it's an informative or demonstrative topic. Different types of speeches demand different skills. A persuasive speech requires convincing skills while an informative one should be backed by thorough research. A demonstrative speech requires demonstration skills in the speaker while a funny speech demands sense of humor. Whichever topic you pick, make sure it is interesting and your speech also is. Choose one of the interesting speech topics for kids given here; give yourself enough time for preparation, and get ready to set the stage on fire!

Saturday, 19 March 2016

Power Yoga

Power Up with Power Yoga


Power Up with Power Yoga


Among the many styles of yoga, this dynamic practice gives you a challenging mind and body workout. It would be very apt to say that perspiration meets meditation.



Power Yoga has its roots in Hatha Yoga.  Combined with pranayama, it is not for the rank beginner or faint hearted.  Power Yoga actually helps sculpt the body and also build muscle.  Students not only move dynamically through a series of postures but also work on strength and balance by staying in each pose to a breath count or even minutes. Learn more about yoga with our yoga tips by experts

What to expect: 

It is possible to work up to a power yoga class over time. The benefits from this style are stamina, flexibility and lower blood pressure to name a few.  Keep in mind that each instructor may have developed a slightly different routine with Power Yoga poses.   Some of them are universal.  Each one is performed to an inhalation and exhalation – this is very important.

Sequence of Power Yoga Poses:

Warrior 1: Standing on the mat, take the right foot back into a lunge.  Bring palms together and raise them over your head.  Keep the torso facing forward.  In the lunge, don’t let knee go over the toes. Repeat on left.


Warrior 2: From Warrior 1, rotate torso to face right and lunge right.  Make sure that the heel of the left foot lines up with the arch of the right foot.  Stretch arms so that they are parallel to the floor and look past the middle finger.  Hold for several breaths and repeat on left.
Warrior 3:  Face the narrow end of the mat. Place hands on hips and balance weight on left foot. Hinge forward from hips and make sure that the right foot and torso are in parallel to the floor.  Stretch arms in front and lace finger.  Hold this for several breaths. Lower arms and right leg.  From standing pose, repeat on left side.
Shoulder stand:  This power yoga pose requires a lot of practice before one can perform it without props.  Lie on your back on the mat with arms loosely at your sides, palms facing down.  Raise your legs into the air at a 90 degree angle from the body.  Push with your hands and raise hips off the floor and lower the legs over your head.  Bring legs slowly back so that they are in line with the back and perpendicular to floor.  Hold for 30 seconds – keep adding time till you can sustain the pose for up to 5 minutes.
Sun salutations:  This is a series of 12 poses performed dynamically on both the left and right sides.  It is repeated 3, 5 or more times to raise heart rate and also circulation.  This helps to loosen up all the muscles in the body.  The sequence is as follows – mountain, prayer forward bend, backward lunge with right foot, plank, chaturanga (chin to floor), upward facing dog, downward facing dog, forward lunge with right foot, forward bend, prayer and mountain. 
Sun salutations are always done at the beginning of a class to make sure that the body is warmed up to do more difficult poses.
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Indian Women Entrepreneurs

5 Indian Women Entrepreneurs Who Inspire Us

5 Indian Women Entrepreneurs Who Inspire Us


Everyone knows the stories of successful men. Everyone sings songs of glory for them. But there are as many, if not more, stories of successful women entrepreneurs who overcame countless hurdles to achieve their success.



The business world for the longest time was a male bastion. If at all, women from the family would participate on the side lines.
But times are changing; have changed, in fact. And women are leading the way in literally every field, carving a niche, following their dreams and making it big in what has been a male-dominated world.
Not to make the efforts of the opposite sex seem lesser in comparison, but women entrepreneurs do have to overcome a bit more to get to where they want. There is societal pressure to conform to a set role, there are kind and supposedly well-meaning words that talk about the stress and the cutthroat competition and cultural biases.
But nothing can hold back the Indian women entrepreneurs. Determined, creative, skilled and raring to go, there are stories of countless successful women entrepreneurs who have conquered large corners of sectors including education, social work, retail, and many more.
Unperturbed and unfazed by the limitations of the world, and that of their own bodies, especially during their monthly period, these women have gone on to #OwnThose5days and make a name for themselves.
Here are the stories of five such charismatic and well-known women. Whisper salutes them and thanks them for being role models for countless women to follow.


Suchi Mukherjee
Suchi Mukherjee gave women an e-commerce platform to call their own where they can get all that their heart desires. As the founder and CEO of LimeRoad, her hard work has taken a small idea and turned it into a bustling business with 600+ vendors and a high growth rate.

Aditi Gupta

Aditi Gupta used her skills and desire to educate women about menstrual health and hygiene to found Menstrupedia. She has helped women overcome the taboo associated with menstruation and given women a forum where they openly discuss their concerns.

Gloria Benny

Gloria, through her organisation MAD (Make a Difference), has brought education to thousands of children across India. She harnesses the enthusiasm of youth and uses their energy to realise her desire for working for the society.

MeenaBindra

Meena is testimony to the fact that age has nothing to do with success. The brain and hands behind Biba, she converted a hobby, begun at the age of 50, into one of India’s largest readymade ethnic clothing brands.

Pooja Dhingra

Pooja is a well-known name in the culinary field. Her macaroon store ‘Le 15 Patisserie’ in Mumbai is very popular. This chef also has a book - ‘The Big Book of Treats’ - under her name. And all this under 30 which saw her get featured in Forbes India’s prestigious list of ‘30 Under 30′.
India has been a hotbed for enterprises the last many years. And women have seized the opportunity to ride on this wave. They’ve shown that if there’s an idea and determination to go with it, anything is possible.

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Saturday, 12 March 2016

Why should we hire you?

Why should we hire you? Read answers and share your answer to the common interview questions.

Sir, as I am a fresher I don't have any previous experience with this kind of job but I have skills and I need a platform where I can put my skills and knowledge in to best use, if an opportunity is given I will definitely prove myself.
Maneesh Gupta

Sir, as I told you earlier being a quick learner, I can adjust in any environment. I have knowledge and skill required for the situation. I do work with full dedication given to me.

As I am fresher I have just theoretical knowledge, and I am looking for the platform which can provide me practical knowledge.
Also, I may be wrong sometimes in taking some decision, which can be the only reason being hired from your company. But I will try my level best that decisions taken by me are fruitful to your organisation.
Suyash .K

You should hire me because there are a lot of things to be proven about this job, and for that i can be a productive and a very competitive employee and I welcome the opportunity to develop my skills and ability.
Amithkumar .R

My resume speaks for itself. I am certified in my area. I have excellent recommendations from previous clients and most of my clients are considered Giants in their field. I am bringing with me the best practices from my last clients along with their satisfaction with my work. I have the ability to adapt. Each time I changed clients or changed project with the same clients - there is a tremendous amount of research/ learning involved to bring myself up to speed. I am used to getting out of my comfort zone whenever needed. I belong to the family of teacher and take great joy in sharing knowledge. Above all, I take great pride in what I deliver. The work I performed, the solutions I propose, the training I delivered all creates my legacy. I strongly believe that contributions of smart and hardworking employees makes the company great.
Mirza .A


I am the single person who adds the most value to the company - I am highly versatile and motivated to drive the project forward, and more importantly, I bring initiative to the company. I will go outside the requirements, and unite the company with my experienced leadership.
Dinesh .S

You should hire me because I am the best. I am reliable. I will do the task given to me to the best of my ability. I am not afraid to learn new things to further develop my ability and skills.
Subhashini .T






Are You Overqualified for This Job?

Are you overqualified for this job? Are you prepared to respond when an interviewer asks if you're overqualified? Career expert and author, Joyce Lain Kennedy, shares her best job interview answers to the question "Are you overqualified for this job?"

Keep in mind that you can customize these answers to fit your particular circumstances and the job you are applying for.

Overqualified? Some would say that I'm not overqualified but fully qualified. With due respect, could you explain the problem with someone doing the job better than expected?
Fortunately, I've lived enough years to have developed the judgment that allows me to focus on the future. Before we speak of past years, past titles and past salaries, can we look at my strengths and abilities and how I've stayed on the cutting edge of my career field, including its technology?

I hope you're not concerned that hiring someone with my solid experience and competencies would look like age bias if once on the job you decided you'd made a mistake and I had to go. Can I present a creative idea? Why don't I work on a trial basis for a month -- no strings -- which would give you a chance to view me up close? This immediately solves your staffing problem at no risk to you. I can hit the floor running and require less supervision than a less experienced worker. When can I start?

I was proud to be a charge nurse but I really like getting back to working with patients.
I'm flattered that you think I'm headhunter bait and will leap to another job when an offer appears. Not really. This job is so attractive to me that I'm willing to sign a contract committing to stay for a minimum of 12 months. There's no obligation on your part. How else can I convince you that I'm the best person for this position?

I'm here because this is a company on the move and I want to move up with you. With more than the minimal experience to just skim by, I offer immediate returns on your investment. Don't you want a winner with the skill sets and attitudes to do just that?

My family's grown. And I am no longer concerned with title and salary -- I like to keep busy. A reference check will show I do my work on time, and do it well as a team member. I'm sure we can agree on a salary that fits your budget. When can we make my time your time?

Downsizings have left generational memory gaps in the workforce and knowledge doesn't always get passed on to the people coming up. I could be an anchor or mentor -- calm, stable, reliable and providing day-to-day continuity to the younger team. For my last employer, I provided the history of a failed product launch to a new marketing manager, who then avoided making the same mistakes.

As you note, I've worked at a higher level but this position is exactly what I'm looking for. You offer opportunity to achieve the magic word: balance. I'm scouting for something challenging but a little less intense so I can spend more time with my family.

Salary is not my top priority. Not that I have a trust fund but I will work for less money, will take direction from managers of any age, will continue to stay current on technology and will not leave you in the lurch if Hollywood calls to make me a star. And I don't insist that it's my way or the highway.




Answering 64 Interview Questions: General Guidelines  

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Why do you want to work at our company?

Are you prepared to answer this question in an interview? Career expert and author, Joyce Lain Kennedy, shares her best job interview answers to the question.

During the 4 years I have experienced enough knowledge about my stream. So I need a platform to showcase my skills and knowledge and improve them. I have come to know that than other companies this company provide a better platform 2 grow, showcase and to improve skills. And I personally believe that A company's success is always because of its employees. So, I want to b a part of them, by which I cam improve my skills and eventually it will add values to the organization.


This is not only a fine opportunity, but this company is a place where my qualifications can make a difference. As a finance executive well versed in the new stock options law, I see this position as made to order. It contains the challenge to keep me on my toes. That's the kind of job I like to anticipate every morning.

I want this job because it seems tailored to my competencies, which include sales and marketing. As I said earlier, in a previous position I created an annual growth rate of 22 percent in a flat industry. Additionally, the team I would work with looks terrific.

I well understand that this is a company on the way up. Your Web site says the launch of several new products is imminent. I want be a part of this business as it grows.


Having worked through a college business major building decks and porches for neighbors, this entry-level job for the area's most respected home builder has my name on it.

As a dedicated technician, I like doing essential research. Being part of a breakthrough team is an experience I'd love to repeat.

This job is a good fit for what I've been interested in throughout my career. It offers a nice mix of short- and long-term activities. My short-term achievements keep me cranked up and the long-term accomplishments make me feel like a billion bucks.

I want this job selling theater tickets because I'd be good at it. I'm good at speaking to people and handling cash. I would like a job with regular hours and I'm always on time.

Although some companies are replacing Americans with imported low-wage workers, you are standing tall. This company's successful strategies, good reputation and values make it heads and shoulders above its competition.

I'd fit right in as a counter clerk in your fine drycleaners. I have observed that the counter clerk position requires competence at handling several activities in quick order -- customer service, payments, bagging and phones. I like multitasking and, as a homemaker, I have a lot of practice in keeping all the balls in the air.

The work I find most stimulating allows me to use both my creative and research skills. The buzz on this company is that it rewards people who deliver solutions to substantial problems.


What Has Been Your Greatest Accomplishment?


When you are applying for a retail or customer service job a typical interview question is "What has been your greatest accomplishment?" It's important to relate what you've accomplished to the position you're applying for. Here is a selection of sample answers you can use to respond to questions about what you have accomplished.


  • I was able to streamline the number of products that we needed to keep on our shelves by implementing a new inventory system, which allowed us to track more closely the number and type of items sold seasonally.

  • I increased the sales at my last position by 20% by organizing and rotating the stock on the selling floor regularly.

  • One day at my last position, a young girl came in with her mother looking for a prom dress. She was a little heavy, and very self conscious. There was a lot of tension between them, trying to choose something that would be flattering. I was able to help them find a perfect dress, and the accessories to go with it, and they were both just beaming when they left.

  • My biggest accomplishment was understanding the nature of humans and overcoming persecution with a positive attitude. I learnt to love, and to accept different personalities. I can now deal with difficult people
How do you handle stress and pressure?




 

A typical interview question, asked to get a sense of how you handle on-the-job stress, is "How do you handle pressure?" Examples of good responses include:
Stress is very important to me. With stress, I do the best possible job. The appropriate way to deal with stress is to make sure I have the correct balance between good stress and bad stress. I need good stress to stay motivated and productive.


I react to situations, rather than to stress. That way, the situation is handled and doesn't become stressful.
I actually work better under pressure and I've found that I enjoy working in a challenging environment.
From a personal perspective, I manage stress by visiting the gym every evening. It's a great stress reducer.
Prioritizing my responsibilities so I have a clear idea of what needs to be done when, has helped me effectively manage pressure on the job.
If the people I am managing are contributing to my stress level, I discuss options for better handling difficult situations with them.
I find that when I'm under the pressure of a deadline, I can do some of my most creative work.
I'm not a person who has a difficult time with stress. When I'm under pressure, I focus, and get the job done.
I find it exhilarating to be in a dynamic environment where the pressure is on.
I find a past pace to be invigorating, and thrive when the pressure is on.

I've done some of my best work under tight deadlines, where the atmosphere was very stressful.
I'm the kind of person who stays calm under pressure, and handles stress fairly easily.
It's a good idea to give examples of how you have handled stress to your interviewer. That way, they get a clear picture how well you can work in stressful situations.


Do you prefer to work independently or on a team?


Do you prefer to work independently or on a team? Read answers and share your answer to this typical interview question.

Some experienced persons answers as follow:

Customer Service
I love to work in team because I learn lot from others, but if I have to work alone, then I am also fine. I enjoy working in both conditions -- I have no problems with either.

Both are Nice
Independent work sometimes seems desirable because you can manage your own time and also you have a chance to show all your talents and skills. Team work is different because you can learn from other people and learn some values and skills so you gain experience as well as learning to try to accept others' opinions.


I like both of them
Sometime i like to work on a team and sometimes I want to work independently.

Both are better in different cases
If the team components are supportable then I will prefer to work in the team otherwise it is better to complete the the job by myself, because if time is wasted in achieving a particular job the team is meaningless.

Working Independently
I prefer to work independently because when you work on a team all the compliments will be given to the team. there is no value given to your efforts, talent etc. If you work independently all your talents will be exposed.


Whatever the Position Requires
I am comfortable working as a member of a team and independently. Whatever my position requires, I'm comfortable with both.

Working On a Team
Both because I learn more working in a team and when I'm working indrpendently I enjoy completing the work alone because it gives me pride with my work.