There are many different types of symbols that we are used to seeing frequently. A hashtag has become a commonly used symbol on social media. For example, if you want to post a photo of a sunset and you want to make sure that people who like sunsets see it, you might add #sunset to …
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A thank-you letter is a great way to express gratitude to a mentor. It shows that you appreciate their guidance and support. It also provides a tangible token of your appreciation. We can help you write the perfect thank-you letter to your mentor. How do you write a thank-you letter to your mentor? When …
Over the past two decades, as people increasingly communicate by email, text and other means involving the internet, a number of different writing conventions have sprung up. For example, it’s very common to use emojis to emphasize how we feel about something, and most people by now are aware that “LOL” means “laughing out loud,” …
The article you are about to read today contains almost 2,000 words, so it should take you more or less five to ten minutes to read the entire text if you are a literate adult. Reading transforms information into knowledge, and efficient reading speed has been repeatedly proven to do a lot of wonders in …
What do you get when a squirrel walks into a tree? An expression with unfortunate implications. Every language has its own unique turns of phrase that describe everyday things in figurative, idiomatic language. English, as we all know, is no exception. Ever seen a pig in a poke? How about a fish out of water? …
With the rapid rate of technology presence in our everyday lives, it comes as no surprise that online learning has also become increasingly popular. Udemy is a learning institution made specifically for online learners, so that they can gain skills from their own homes. How to List Udemy Courses on Your Resume Udemy courses …
Writing a resume can be a daunting task for high-schoolers, new graduates, or those changing career fields. Sometimes there seems to be too much blank space no matter how hard you try. Let’s check into some tips to get your resume filled out and impressive enough to land that job! There are many different experiences …
There is perhaps no more frustrating feeling than trying to accomplish something and getting nowhere. Many of us are familiar with the ancient Greek legend of Sisyphus. The story goes that Sisyphus, the King of Corinth, was punished by the god Zeus for defying the laws of nature by cheating death twice. Sisyphus was given …
Prepositions, conjunctions and adverbs are all parts of speech that tend to confuse writers. In part, this is because nobody remembers being taught about them properly. But they can also require you to completely change the order of the phrases in a sentence when they appear. For example, “as a result” and “as a result …