About Anna Schmitz

Anna is a copywriter at The Conover Company. She graduated from St. Norbert College with a degree in Elementary Education. She enjoys researching and writing about soft skills and has seen first-hand the difference that soft skills make in students' lives. She currently lives in Wisconsin with her husband and four children.

Celebrating National Career Development Month

Did you know that November is National Career Development Month? This month is dedicated to recognizing the importance of career development, and the impact it can have on both individuals and society as a whole. Whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to make a change, career [...]

By |2023-10-23T13:46:30-05:00November 8th, 2023|Life Skills, Professional Development, Soft Skills|Comments Off on Celebrating National Career Development Month

Developing Essential Skills for Career Growth

  In this fast-paced world, it's essential to keep evolving and developing your skills to stay ahead of the curve. This is especially true in your career, where developing your skills can be the key to unlocking new opportunities for growth and success. In this blog post, we will explore [...]

By |2023-11-06T13:05:33-06:00November 6th, 2023|Life Skills, Workplace Readiness|Comments Off on Developing Essential Skills for Career Growth

How to Relieve Stress on National Stress Awareness Day (and Every Day)

Stress is something that affects many of us on a daily basis. Whether it's due to work, relationships, or other life situations, stress can have a negative impact on our overall well-being. That's why National Stress Awareness Day, which is recognized today on Nov 1, is an important reminder [...]

By |2023-10-30T12:52:29-05:00November 2nd, 2023|Life Skills, Soft Skills|Comments Off on How to Relieve Stress on National Stress Awareness Day (and Every Day)

The Connection Between Anxiety and Depression

Anxiety and depression are two mental health issues that are often intertwined. While anxiety is characterized by excessive worry and fear, depression is marked by sadness and feelings of hopelessness. However, these two mental health conditions share many similarities, and one can often lead to the other. In this [...]

By |2023-10-30T08:07:24-05:00October 30th, 2023|Anxiety Management, Life Skills, Soft Skills|Comments Off on The Connection Between Anxiety and Depression

National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Schools, organizations, and communities across the country come together to raise awareness and promote bullying prevention efforts. Bullying is a problem that affects not only children but also adults. It can happen anywhere, whether in school, work, online, or in the community. According to [...]

By |2023-10-20T10:07:10-05:00October 20th, 2023|Bullying Prevention|Comments Off on National Bullying Prevention Month

5 Reasons Why SEL Matters in the Classroom

There is more to learning than just academics. Social emotional learning (SEL) is an important approach that can impact students’ overall growth and achievement in and out of the classroom. SEL encompasses a variety of skills that students need to succeed in school, work, and life, such as self-awareness, [...]

By |2023-10-09T08:27:47-05:00October 9th, 2023|SEL, Soft Skills|Comments Off on 5 Reasons Why SEL Matters in the Classroom

10 SEL Tips for the Classroom

In today's educational landscape, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) plays a vital role in fostering student well-being, resilience, and academic success. By integrating SEL practices into the classroom, educators can create a positive and inclusive environment that supports students' social and emotional development. In this blog post, we will explore ten [...]

By |2023-09-18T09:23:20-05:00September 18th, 2023|Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills, SEL|Comments Off on 10 SEL Tips for the Classroom

Building Resilience: The Unseen Key to Financial Success

When we think about financial success, we typically imagine knowledgeable investors or skilled entrepreneurs. But what if I told you that a critical component of financial success is a trait that many overlook - resilience? Resilience refers to an individual’s ability to cope with and adapt to adversity and [...]

By |2023-08-29T13:03:01-05:00August 29th, 2023|Financial Literacy, Life Skills|Comments Off on Building Resilience: The Unseen Key to Financial Success

5 Tips for Teaching Growth Mindset This School Year

It's a new school year, and as educators, one of our main goals is to help our students achieve success. However, success doesn't just come from academic skills or knowledge. It is also rooted in how we approach challenges and setbacks. This is why fostering a growth mindset in [...]

By |2023-08-14T13:31:34-05:00August 14th, 2023|Education, Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills, SEL, Soft Skills|Comments Off on 5 Tips for Teaching Growth Mindset This School Year

SEL Tips for Back to School

It's that time of the year where kids and parents are preparing for the start of a new school year. A lot has changed since the last school year, and it's natural for students to feel anxious and stressed about what the new academic year has in store for [...]

By |2023-07-31T17:20:21-05:00July 31st, 2023|Life Skills, SEL, Soft Skills|Comments Off on SEL Tips for Back to School
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