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3/5

Despite rating it 3 stars, I really did enjoy this gothic novel. It took me about a week to finish, and I found it to be quite an intriguing read. I was not glued to the book (partly due to the old-English which I need to brush up on) but I also did not dread picking it up every day.

Known for being ahead of its time, Wuthering Heights is brutally honest in its depiction of the ugly side of humanity. Emily Bronte’s depictions of mental illness, social class, and domestic abuse were engaging and well-written. It evokes many mixed emotions in its reader. Similar to Lolita, I found myself sympathizing with one of the “villains” of the novel - Heathcliff - which confused me greatly as the author spends a good portion of the novel pitting the reader against him. He is not created to be likable or deserving of pity. Yet, his tragic upbringing and obsession with Catherine makes his actions seem almost oddly understandable. He has few redeemable qualities and is never made out to be a hero. In some ways, this honesty makes Bronte’s imperfect characters somewhat likable.

having a strong resume is crucial for job applications, scholarship applications, college, etc. it is a sales tool and, ultimately, the first impression an employer/application reviewer will have of you. therefore, you need to make it interesting and impressive. below, i have listed a few tips and need-to-knows to help you build your resume. keep in mind that this list is geared toward industry jobs. while the information is still useful, it may be less relevant for those applying to digital marketing/design jobs. 

General

make different versions of your resume. by this i mean, have a master resume that lists everything. then, from that master resume, make specific resumes for each opportunity you are applying for. 

in high school/university, it is usually best to keep your resume to one page. unless you have done substantial work and are capable of filling up two pages, it is best to keep it short and concise.

always review your resume before submitting !! it is crucial that your resume does not include any typos 

Formatting 

keep your formatting consistent throughout your entire resume

use 11-12 point font, your name/headers should be no bigger than 14 point font

have a 1 inch margin all around your resume

do not include decorations (unless you are applying to a digital marketing/design job where aesthetics matter !!)

keep your font selection professional. my personal favorites are times new roman, garamond, and helvetica.

do not use caps unless it is for headers/titles (but even then, use caps at your own discretion)

Sections/Components to Include

name & contact info (phone number, email)

summary/3-5 second snapshot of your greatest accomplishments

job/internship/related experience

publications & speeches

awards & recognitions

memberships & affiliations

certifications

language skills

special/technical skills

extracurricular activities

Synonyms/Power Words

instead of “new,” use “unusual” or “innovative”

instead of “improved,” use “better” or “faster”

assessed/measured/quantified

conducted/performed/undertook

created/designed/developed

optimized/maximized

increased/reduced

spearheaded/led/directed

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The Maturity Continuum outlines the natural course of life from dependence to independence to interdependence. At the most basic level, we are dependent. Dependent on parents for shelter, food, money, etc. Dependent on society for validation, popularity, etc. Once we mature further, we become independent. We can think original thoughts and validate ourselves from within. Our sense of self-worth is no longer linked to how we are treated by others. It is easy to see that independence is much better than dependence. Nonetheless, in a society where people are becoming more and more intertwined, interdependence is crucial. Interdependent people are self-reliant and capable, but they also realize that a collective effort can accomplish far more than one can accomplish on their own. Interdependence is a choice only independent people can make. They must recognize their own skills and capabilities, as well as the resources and potential of others. 

Effectiveness lies in balance. We must not only focus on the results we desire but also that which produces the results. Arguably, our most important asset is our own capacity to learn and earn. Thus, if we do not continually invest in ourselves, we severely limit our options.