Tag: Traditional

The first time I joined a team that did an asynchronous daily standup meeting — or daily Scrum — I admit I was sceptical. The idea of not having a fixed time for checking in with everyone seemed counterintuitive (at best — at worst, maybe a recipe for chaos). Were big updates...

Leadership has been a fundamental aspect of human society for millennia, evolving in response to changes in culture, technology, and organizational structures. One significant shift in leadership approaches has been the transition from traditional leadership to transformational leadership. Unders...

As someone who aspires to be an artist, I have embarked on a path to embrace creativity and explore the influence of AI on traditional art. While my painting skills may not be exceptional, I’ve always found my true creative abilities in the realm of words. Recently, I decided to venture into t...

My primary goal would be to foster respect and understanding while encouraging active participation among the children. To demonstrate respect for the culture, I would start by researching and consulting with local Indigenous elders or community members to ensure that the activities and information ...

Qi Baishi’s painting inherits the traditional brush and ink form of Chinese literati painting, but at the same time he is determined to innovate. He tempered his brush and ink, boldly set colors, integrated the common folk color habits of red and green into ink and wash, explored a new lang...

Bangkok, a city known for its enthralling nightlife and iconic temples, is equally enticing in the early hours. As dawn breaks, Bangkokians can be seen heading to work, their hurried steps contrasted by the aromatic allure of traditional Thai breakfast stalls lining the streets. And for travelers se...

Barcelona should be on your bucket list if you love traveling and experiencing different cultures and food cuisines. Apart from the surreal architecture, expertly manicured gardens and parks, world-beating culture, and art, Barcelona boasts an unmatched and enviable food scene. Barcelona&rsqu...

Saw this on @migrationology YouTube channel and it looked so good. I had to try this somehow during my trip to JP. I actually went there twice.. the first time I went there quite late and they’re closing. I went there again and I managed to get in but not without some drama. They&rsq...

Asakusa is the “traditional town” of Tokyo, offering temples, festivities, and a vibrant nightlife! Here are 5 awesome Asakusa activities. 1. Dine At Jojoen Tokyo Skytree Town One of the best things to do if you arrive in Asakusa in the middle of the day is to head over to&nbsp...

Starting your first job is an exciting milestone, and it’s also the time to think about your financial future. One of the first decisions? Whether to go for a Roth or a Traditional 401(k). Let’s dive into what each option means for you. When you’re just kicking off your career, ...

Safe harbor 401(k) plans are the most popular type of 401(k) used by small businesses today. Unlike a traditional 401(k) plan, they automatically pass the ADP/ACP and top heavy nondiscrimination tests when certain contribution and participant disclosure&n...

When thinking about philanthropy and charity, our minds often leap to nonprofits. But what if I told you that donating to a for-profit might sometimes lead to a more significant and tangible impact? A staggering number of nonprofits dedicate a substantial portion of their donations to administrative...

Jews just finished celebrating the Holiday of Hanukkah. This Holiday commemorates the victory of “traditional Judaism” over Hellenism. Although the actual military victory was against the Greek oppressors, the real fight and the key of the war were between the Jews who wanted to hold ont...

Still relying on pen and paper, and isolated cabinets for your contracts? Challenge yourself: Can you locate a contract from five years ago in under five minutes and pinpoint its details within three minutes? If not, this blog is tailored for you. Join us as we uncover the challenges of traditi...

The Igbo people, who primarily inhabit southeastern Nigeria, have a rich and complex traditional judiciary system that predates the colonial period and the modern legal system. Igbo society is organized around a system of clans and villages, and their traditional judiciary system reflects their comm...

The concept of fractals was formalized by Benoit Mandelbrot in the 1970s. Mandelbrot’s work, particularly his book “The Fractal Geometry of Nature,” revolutionized the way we understand complex geometric shapes. Mandelbrot Set: Named after Benoit Mandelbrot, the Mandel...

“Good morals and values start at home and a uniform won’t change that” - Jamie Sawyer Majority of Philippine population is bonded together by common values and traits that are first taught at home and being applied in our day to day lives. Here are some of the family values...

The Cultural Significance of Traditional Clothing Traditional clothing is also an important reflection of a community’s cultural values and history. In Japan, the kimono is a symbol of grace, elegance, and beauty, and is worn for important events such as weddings and tea ceremonies. In Indi...

I propose to provide an itemization of what is meant by “traditional values’ that is neutral to religion, agnostic to politics, and nonetheless faithful to the culture that, by being scolded and ridiculed when not forcibly obliterated, testifies always to the robustness of its effects an...

We venerate the modern woman: feisty, with a power job, and who stands up to men. We tend to scoff or even ridicule the traditional woman: gentle wife, careful homemaker, who aims to please. And yet…Just maybe the traditional woman shouldn’t be viewed as a troglodyte who should go ex...

While Tocqueville had begun to worry about the tyranny of the majority in democracy, in China, the tyranny of the minority was still “naturally justified”. The reason is simple: “freedom” has always been an unfamiliar concept in Chinese political thought. It is no exagg...

The indigenous group of South America, Quechuas has introduced the world to one of the most colorful traditional dresses. These clothes are widely worn in Peru, Chile, Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, and Bolivia. One thing that makes this outfit unique is the design of their hats. Poncho is also a par...

Block printing, an ancient textile art form with roots dating back centuries, has played a pivotal role in shaping the cultural fabric of societies worldwide. As the fashion world continues to evolve, so does the practice of block printing. Block printing traces its origins to ancient civili...

You’re probably most familiar with the typical outfits worn by flamenco dancers, however there are other regional Spanish clothing to discover. As an important part of the Spanish culture, each region has its own particular attire that is the result of a complex mixture of Ro...

Abstract This article examines traditional methods of language proficiency assessment in adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) education, highlighting their limitations and the need for a more holistic approach. It argues that current assessment practices often fail to capture the ...