When we think about diplomacy, many of us think of power and what it can do for us and the world around us. But what does power really mean and do we have it? To find out, we recommend the book “Power” by Jeffrey Pfeffer which is what this review is about. This book is recommended to support Chapter 1 - “Skills for a Changing World” of the ‘Diplomatic Planner’.
Read MoreA short tutorial on how to complete a SWOT analysis to help you identify your key strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities around your key career. Turn to page 34 of the Diplomatic Planner and follow along.
Read MoreWhat is cognitive flexibility and why do we keep talking about it? Listen to this podcast and discover for yourself. Turn to page 49 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreVery similar to project management, knowing how to plan is such a crucial skill to have in international relations. Turn to page 49 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreThe work of diplomacy isn’t just using words artfully. Knowing how to budget and use financial resources is a major plus. Turn to page 48 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreA quick crash course on how you can help others think clearly and make decisions based on reasoning and sound judgement skills. Turn to page 48 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreNegotiating is part of our daily life but do you know how to use it for an international relations career? Turn to page 47 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreProject management is a sought after skill that isn’t on the list of priority for many graduates, but make it happen. Turn to page 47 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreResearch skills may be one of the strongest set of hard skills you have after graduating but consider sharpening those skills to excel at another level completely. Turn to page 46 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreNearly all jobs require office management skills. Learn why it is important for you to pick up this skill for your career. Turn to page 46 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreA quick guide to knowing what languages to learn and how picking up regional dialects can propel your career. Turn to page 51 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreA breakdown of information on necessary IT skills needed for an international relations career. Turn to page 51 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreA short tutorial explaining hard skills that are useful to learn for an international relations career. Turn to page 44 of your Diplomatic Planner which asks you to assess the strengths and weaknesses of hard skills.
Read MoreA short tutorial on how to put your SWOT analysis into an action plan to help you keep focused on your development training.
Read MoreA quick introduction on building your brand and why it is important in international relations.
Read MoreA quick crash course on learning to be grateful, practising mindfulness, and being aware of what you have that others may crave for.
Read MoreA quick crash course to getting good sleep because the work of international relations is difficult enough without a good night’s rest.
Read MoreA quick guide on how to plan your day effective so that you are not busy for no reason.
Read MoreA quick guide on lessons we can learn from a navy SEAL on how to do the smallest things well.
Read MoreA quick guide on lessons we can learn from a navy SEAL on how to do the smallest things well.
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