What is the measure of a man? Is it the size of his wealth? The power he holds Or the success he achieved? The true measure of a man to me is how deeply he loves, how selflessly he shares, and how consistently he lifts those around him. By these standards, my father was immeasurable. …
Embracing and advancing the ideals of diversity and inclusivity in every organization is the sure approach to globalization and open mindedness. Not only does it bring the world to the organization, it makes the work environment accommodating to the needs of its people. In a conversation with my supervisor and a group on the topic …
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SAS Programming course on Coursera As part of my new years' goals, I decided to share more of my work on data analytic and programming. In my former role, I used more SQL, R and Python and not much SAS. When you work on projects in teams, It hard to use a program not too …
By 2050, there will be two billion more people in the world. This means two billion more mouths to feed. The question is, how do we do this? How can we do it without overwhelming the planet and over-stretching its already scarce resource. When we think about environmental threats, pictures of cars and smokestacks, and …
After 30min of ordering Pizza from Dominos, my pizza arrived and excitement took me downstairs for my delivery. Little did I know that it was -17 below 0 on the Fahrenheit. The external door was automated so without my key or phone to call my colleagues in the office, I was stuck in the freezing …
My second Toastmasters speech! Thank you Mr. Toastmaster, Mr. Toastmaster, Fellow Toastmasters, guest, WORK LIFE BALANCE AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT. SDSU recently published her (why are you using her and not the?) strategic plan for the next 5 years that’s from 2018 to 2023, with the name Impact 2018 (with the name impact not needed). …
My toastmaster's speech This is my Toastmasters Ice Breaker Speech. It was delivered Sept 28,18 When I say “Agoo”, you repond by saying “Ameeee” Can we try this Agoooooo!!! Ameeeeee 2X I come from a place where traditions and customs are taken seriously. As such I needed permission to speak. Me saying agoo was to …
Educators are struggling to integrate technology into their classrooms, but we’re losing sight of something much more important: Innovation The word “Technology” and “Innovation” are inextricably interrelated to the point where people tend to think of the two as being synonymous. I know I do. I mean if someone really asked us to articulate the …
A little act of kindness will go a long way. So this happened...2 years ago ( I know right!). December 18, 2016, school had gone down for the winter break and so there wasn’t much to do except visiting friends and their families and making Christmas plans. It was -15 degrees out but since it …
Episode on Gratitudes In this episode, Ray talks gratitudes and brings you an interview with a couple (Marcia and George)who have been married for 49 years. They share their secrets to staying married.