"The High Stakes of Career Attainment: Helping Youth Thrive in a Competitive Environment"
Shakeel Ali
Philanthropist, Educator, Gun Violence Survivor. Governing Board President at JESD, Teacher at El Camino High School, Life Coach/Career Counselor, and Community Health Advisor.
"The High Stakes of Career Attainment: Helping Youth Thrive in a Competitive Environment"
The rapid pace of technological innovation and globalization has brought tremendous opportunities for our youth to explore new frontiers and achieve success while making a positive impact on society. However, the same changes have also made the world more competitive, and the path to career attainment and self-sufficiency is now more challenging than ever before.
Competition is fierce in this new world, and our youth must work harder than ever to achieve their dreams. The jobs of tomorrow require different skills and performance-based competencies than those of the past, and our youth must continually learn and adapt to keep pace with the changes.
To succeed in this competitive world, our youth must be equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge, and attitudes to thrive. They must have a growth mindset that allows them to learn from their mistakes, embrace challenges, and persevere in the face of adversity. They must also possess the ability to collaborate, communicate, and think critically and creatively to solve complex problems.
At ASK Academy, we recognize the importance of preparing our youth for this new world of work. We provide a curriculum that focuses on developing these essential competencies through innovative teaching methods that encourage active learning, collaboration, and critical thinking.
We also offer opportunities for our youth to gain practical experience through internships, mentorships, and real-world projects. These experiences allow our students to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real-world situations, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
While the new world presents significant opportunities for our youth, it also increases the competition they face on their path to career attainment and self-sufficiency. That is why At ASK Academy, we are committed to preparing our youth to meet these challenges and succeed in the rapidly changing world by providing them with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes they need to thrive.