ReadOasis Step 2 It was the winter of 1961. As Bob walked, icy snow hit him in the face. A [...]
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A Titanic Thinking Mistake
In April 1912, Captain Smith walked on the bridge of the Titanic. He stood tall and looked down with pride [...]
Use Time-Blocking and Stop Wasting Time
ReadOasis Step 2 Emma looked at her watch. "Oh my! It's 5:30! Time to go home, but my work isn't [...]
The Beatles Rock the Budokan
ReadOasis Step 3 Tokyo, June 30, 1966. The announcer raised his hand and spoke in a loud voice: "Ladies and [...]
Say It Better with But and Therefore
A story begins. Something happens, and then another thing happens, and then one more thing. Sounds boring, right? Imagine a [...]
Understanding Cultures — The Hofstede Model
Problem People from different countries often have trouble understanding each other. This can cause problems at work and in everyday [...]
The Road Not Taken
By Robert Frost (1916, Public Domain) Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,And sorry I could not travel bothAnd be [...]
Serious About Humor (Step 2)
ReadOasis Step 2 It's early in the morning. A funny looking man is getting ready for work. He looks up [...]
Don’t Learn Culture the Hard Way
ReadOasis Step 2 Tom landed in Japan. He felt excited, but soon he got lost. He couldn’t connect with people. [...]
How to Feel Happier
By Dr. Richard WisemanReadOasis Step 2 Note: This text is a short talk given by Richard Wiseman. Creative Commons photo [...]