Commentary: What can we do to empower our youths for the working world?

HOW CAN Families, SCHOOLS HELP?

Students ‘ true desires are our individual stories.

Parents may discuss their personal experiences at home, especially those that involved disappointment and how they overcame it. Some parents may worry that their children will view their kids negatively if they share such sexist stories; in fact, I once had those same concerns and discovered that young people can learn from my own experiences with both professional and personal failures.

Students are more receptive to learning that loss can be an opportunity for growth when they are presented as tales, that problems and mistakes are common in both the working world and in existence, and that they are assured that it is not the end of the world when they make errors.

Through small-group dialogue sessions, mentoring programs, or creative projects, schools can create more opportunities for students to interact with professionals. These activities dispel any myths or fears that students might have about the professional earth by giving them an opportunity to see the human aspect of these professionals, a real-world glimpse into the different career paths, and other things.

Students can learn more about their work and business in a friendly conversation over coffee or a meal by participating in technical discussions, where one connects with experts (via e-mail or Linked In ).

The whole family can work together in this area because it can feel pretty challenging. Parents may conduct training interviews and share their experiences in order to help develop their son’s confidence. They can also use this as an option to ask coworkers and friends to share their experiences and experiences with the process.

In the end, these stories are effective at educating the reader about the choices that are in front of them and giving them the freedom to create their own choices and try new things. &nbsp, &nbsp,

We can assist our boys tunnel their world with theirs by encouraging open dialogue and sharing of experience with working grownups.

Jonathan Sim is a lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at the National University of Singapore and an Associate Fellow at the NUS Teaching Academy.