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Baby steps of passion

  Why is it so easy to read your favorite books? Why do we love watching movies from our favorite genre? Or doing our favorite sports? Because those are the things we are passionate about. Once you feel passion for something, doing it stops being a chore and begins being a hobby. Developing and recognizing a passion for certain things is a key to success. For many people it is very difficult to study a lot because they have trouble concentrating or are not that interested. If you develop a passion for it or find a subject that is perfect for you, imagine how much you could achieve! There are certain steps you can take, to attempt to become passionate about certain things. Be positive If this something that you maybe don’t enjoy that much at the moment, it will take time to turn it into a passion. Try to always stay positive, even when it’s hard because eventually it will all pay off. Be brave What you are about to attempt is not an easy task! You have to be brave, you have to stand...
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How Volunteering Transformed Hiba’s World

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Hiba with the AIESEC volunteers When Hiba first heard about the Global Volunteer program offered by AIESEC, she was intrigued but very hesitant. At 22, having never left her hometown of Amman, the idea of spending six weeks alone volunteering in Ahmedabad, India, was exciting and intimidating. However, driven by a desire for growth and adventure, Hiba chose to step out of her comfort zone & what awaited her was a transformative journey she never imagined possible. landing in India, Hiba was immediately stunned by the bustling streets, vibrant colors, and a culture vastly different from her own. Her project involved working at a local NGO that supported education initiatives for underprivileged children. Initially, adapting was challenging; the language barriers, spicy food, crowded roads, and humid climate tested her resilience daily. Yet, despite initial discomfort, Hiba found comfort and joy within the walls of the small, lively classroom where she taught English & arts. Ea...
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6000+ Years of History in One experience

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What if you are passing by the experience of your life every day? That is something Zak, today’s Global Volunteer, thought of. He thought of it until he decided that he didn’t want to miss out on any opportunities that lay ahead of him. And he chose to embark on a journey once in a lifetime. Getting to know the beginning You see, Zak is one curious person. He has been a member of AIESEC for well over a year, and he was inspired by the stories his exchange participants told him on their return to try it out himself. History has always been a passion for Zak, which is why he wanted to explore a country that offers a history lesson with every step. That’s how Zak landed in, you guessed it, Egypt. Getting to know Egypt  Arriving in Egypt, Zak has been met with great enthusiasm and warmth. “My arrival in Egypt has been a blast. I had people waiting for me at the airport. Little did I know back then that the people from AIESEC at Ain Shams University would end up being close friends...
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How AIESEC Can Impact Your Company Branding & Culture?

In today’s world and job market, for most of the new graduates it’s important for a company to have their employer branding and diversity secure and strong. AIESEC, a youth run organization helping companies to diversify their brand and leadership skills, aims just that. To help their partners through lots of different global programs and help them grow their impact to the world and their teams Why Employer Branding Matters in Today’s Job Market Firstly, employer Branding is not only for getting more applicants for job postings anymore, it’s about how your current and potential employees see your organization. A strong employer branding helps organizations Increase talent attraction from all different backgrounds via creating an engaging and mission driven image.  Secondly, by using a stable and strong image, you can make your employees feel valuable and connected by showing them you care about their personal development and increase employee retention immensely while having a more...
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The Power of Taking Action separately vs. Community

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  Flying Solo: The Lone Wolf Approach  Taking action alone isn’t just for introverts – it’s a power move that comes with some serious perks: Doing things on your own doesn’t always mean you are an introvert and can have its benefits like, doing everything on your own speed without asking anyone or waiting for anyone, facing challenges on your own & pushing your limits to grow even more or being able to make your own schedule. If you’re a night owl you can work at 2 AM on your project or you can wake up at 6 AM and be more productive than ever.  But before thinking this way is the best way, let’s look at some of the cons: Limited resources like time of only one person or energy of only yourself can immensely affect the outcome of your work or without diverse perspectives and revisions you can miss some very crucial points of views in your work. But most importantly, when you are working alone your motivation can fluctuate in very unexpected times, with no one to hold y...
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Engagement at CSW68 and ECOSOC

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AIESEC , the world’s largest youth-run organization, made significant progress in its commitment to advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during its participation at the 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68) and the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). The engagements underscored AIESEC’s dedication to fostering youth leadership and catalyzing positive global change. AIESEC’s involvement at CSW68 and ECOSOC exemplified its unwavering dedication to the SDGs and its role in shaping the global agenda for 2030. Despite AIESEC’s widespread recognition, there was a prevailing need to articulate its specific contributions to the SDGs. Recognizing this, AIESEC emphasized the urgency of aligning efforts to overcome delays in achieving the ambitious targets set forth in Agenda 2030. AIESEC delegation at CSW68, New York, 2024 Notably, during the fast-paced environment of these gatherings, AIESEC prioritized meaningful connections. Des...
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