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It’s Never Too Early to Learn About Personal Finance
Poor—that’s how I would describe the extent of my economic knowledge, no pun intended. Still, when the OWN Future Fair at my school kicked off, I found myself sitting in
The Problem With Education Today
It’s 2020, and the world is experiencing a pandemic the likes of which have never been experienced before. People are actually encouraged to stay home and refrain from socializing, can
How We Can Bridge the Gap Between Education and the Real World
In an earlier essay titled, The Problem with Education Today we talk about how today’s education system seems to be lacking when it comes to preparing students for the real (yes, adulting
Taking OWNership: Are You Proactive or Reactive?
Reactions are like second nature now. No one questions them. The weather influences my mindset. My dinner plans influence my excitement for the day. The nature of my tasks influence
Here’s Why Your University Degree May Not Have as Much Value as You Think
Have you gone to university? Chances are, if you’re reading this article, then you probably have or are thinking of doing so. It seems like the natural progression after elementary
My Experience With OWN Academy x Explorium Summer 2020 Program
The 21st century is an era of unprecedented change — of new forms of online communication, of artificial intelligence replacing human labor, and new technologies requiring new skillsets. Despite all
Here’s the Not-So-Secret Way to Gain an Edge in Your Career
It’s tough being in school. Whether you’re in high school or college, you’re surrounded by peers, classmates, and upperclassmen who are all studying hard to get a job and somehow
Here’s Why Studying to Get Good Grades Isn’t Enough
Listen to this: According to a 2017 Gallup report, “The ‘school engagement cliff’ poses a challenge for school leaders, with the starkest engagement differences occurring during the middle school years.” In the
Is 16 the New 18?
“To the students who are watching this interview at home, who aspire to build a business for themselves one day, what is your most crucial piece of advice?” “I believe
