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Welcometothisspecialeditionof The Enterprise World, whereweproudlypresent“TheMost EmpoweringWomenLeadersinBusinesstoWatch–2024.”Inthisissue,wecelebratethe trailblazingwomenwhohavenotonlybrokenbarriersbuthavealsoredefinedleadershipacross industries,inspiringagenerationoffutureleaders.
Theroleofwomeninbusinesshasbeenevolvingatanacceleratedpace,withmorewomenrisingto leadershippositionsanddrivingchangeintheirrespectivefields.Theirresilience,innovation,and visionhavereshapedwhatitmeanstobealeaderintoday'sfast-pacedworld.Theseextraordinary womenhavenotonlyexcelledintheirindustriesbuthavealsoservedasbeaconsofempowerment, provingthatleadershipisnotdefinedbygenderbutbythestrengthofcharacter,determination,and foresight.
Eachleaderfeaturedinthisissuebringsauniquestoryofsuccess,ajourneyfilledwithchallengesand triumphs.Fromnavigatingcomplexglobalmarketstofosteringinclusiveworkcultures,thesewomen aresettingnewstandardsinbusinessexcellence.Theyhaveshownthatsuccessisnotmerelyabout reachingthetopbutaboutpullingothersupalongtheway.
Ourcoverstoryfeaturessomeofthemostdynamicleaderswhohaveleftanindeliblemarkontheir industries.Theirinnovativeapproachestoleadership,unwaveringcommitmenttosocial responsibility,andpassionformentorshipmakethemrolemodelsnotjustforwomen,butforall aspiringleaders.
Onthecoverofthisissue,wehavefeaturedDr.DawnMenge(aSpecialEducationteacherat SBCSSandaLectureratCSUSB).Sheisrecognizedforherfocusoncollaborationandstudentcenteredlearninginherteachingapproach.Sheispassionateabouttransitioneducationandhas experienceworkingwithstudentsofallages.Inherclasses,studentslearnimportantlifeskillssuchas moneymanagement,workskills,self-efficacy,andindependence.
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ForourIssueof “The Most Influential Business Leader to Watch in 2024,” NicholeDaher, wepresent FounderandCEOofSOSFranchising,leadingher waytorevolutionizeAutismTreatmentforgood.
Onthecoverofthisissue,wehavefeaturedDr.Dawn Menge(aSpecialEducationteacheratSBCSSanda LectureratCSUSB).Sheisrecognizedforherfocuson collaborationandstudent-centeredlearninginherteaching approach.Sheispassionateabouttransitioneducationand hasexperienceworkingwithstudentsofallages.Inher classes,studentslearnimportantlifeskillssuchasmoney management,workskills,self-efficacy,andindependence. Shebelievesininvolvingstudentsinthecommunitytogive thempracticalknowledge,suchasstockingshelves,cleaning stores,andpricingitems.
However,beforewegettohertrailblazingstory,we needtounderstandwhatABAtherapyis.Applied BehaviorAnalysis(ABA)isaleadingapproachfor supportingautisticindividuals.Thisscience-based methodfocusesondevelopingobservable improvementsinbehavior Throughpositive reinforcementanderrorlessteaching,ABAtherapy reducesproblembehaviors,teachesessentialskillslike communicationandindependence,andpromotesalove oflearning.
AMotherBuildingaBridgeofHope Previously,herstudentshavegainedexperienceinvarious settings,includingrestaurants,wheretheyassistedwithtasks likemakingpizzas,settingupsaladbars,foldingboxes,and washingdishes.Dr.Mengemanagedabusinessprojectatan adultcenter,wherestudentsgeneratedfundsthrough Christmastreesalesandrecyclinginitiatives,enablinga rewardingfamilytriptoSeaWorld.Additionally,Dr.Menge securedmedicalgrantstoprovideadaptedskilessonsforher students.Thisensuredthateachstudenthadatailored understandingbasedontheirabilities,whetheritberidingin sledsorlearningtosnowboardindependently.
ABAtherapyhelpsindividualsmovebeyondtheir symptomsandthriveasfunctionaladultswithintheir communities.ThisiswhereNicholestepsinas someonewhojuststartedherjourneyofbeinga stepmotherofanautisticchild.Newtothesituation,she attendedparenttrainingclassesatherstepdaughter’s ABAtherapyclinic.
Dr.Menge’steachingcareer,spanningovertwenty-seven years,isfilledwithheartfeltmemoriesandrewarding experiences.Onesuchmemoryinvolvesavisuallyimpaired studentworkingatLittleCaesars.Despiteamishapwiththe dough,theotherworkers’seamlesssupportandinclusionof herstudentleftalastingimpact,boostingthestudent’s confidenceandskills.Anotherpoignantmomentoccurred duringaskiingtripwhenstrongwindsdisengagedthe chairlift,leavingastudentstranded.Despitethenervewrackingsituation,thestudentfounditthrilling,andDr Menge’ssteadfastpresenceuntilhersafedescenthighlighted herdedication.
Asthechildprogressedinleapsandbounds,everything seemedwelluntilsheturned7,andtheABAclinic terminatedservices.Atthispoint,Nicholediscovered theflawsinthesystem,likethevastmajorityofABA clinicsonlyacceptedchildrenuptoage7.Additionally, theydidnotofferancillaryservicesthatchildrenwith AutismalsoneedinconjunctionwithABA.Nichole foundthistobeaconcerningtrend,asitwasnearly impossibletofindcompletetreatmentforautistickids.
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DR. DAWN MENGE Bringing Stories and Skills to Life “I have found that technology can be a wonderful teaching tool. Many educational teaching resources are available. But when we rely too heavily on technology, I think that we lose the personal interactions that are needed to fully engage our students and connect with them. I use technology sparingly in the classroom.
— quotes Dr. Menge.
” Dr. Dawn Menge, a Special Education teacher at SBCSS and a Lecturer at CSUSB, is recognized for her focus on collaboration and student-centered learning in her teaching approach. She is passionate about transition education and has experience working with students of all ages. In her classes, students learn important life skills such as money management, work skills, self-efcacy, and independence. She believes in involving students in the community to give them practical knowledge, such as stocking shelves, cleaning stores, and pricing items.
Previously, her students have gained experience in various settings, including restaurants, where they assisted with tasks like making pizzas, setting up salad bars, folding boxes, and washing dishes. Dr. Menge managed a business project at an adult center, where students generated funds through Christmas tree sales and recycling initiatives, enabling a rewarding family trip to SeaWorld. Additionally, Dr. Menge secured medical grants to provide adapted ski lessons for her students. This ensured that each student had a tailored understanding based on their abilities, whether it be riding in sleds or learning to snowboard independently.
HeartfeltMoments Dr.Menge’steachingcareer,spanning overtwenty-sevenyears,isfilledwith heartfeltmemoriesandrewarding experiences.Onesuchmemory involvesavisuallyimpairedstudent workingatLittleCaesars.Despitea mishapwiththedough,theother workers’seamlesssupportand inclusionofherstudentleftalasting impact,boostingthestudent’s confidenceandskills.Another poignantmomentoccurredduringa skiingtripwhenstrongwinds disengagedthechairlift,leavinga studentstranded.Despitethenervewrackingsituation,thestudentfoundit thrilling,andDr.Menge’ssteadfast presenceuntilhersafedescent highlightedherdedication.
Watchingherstudentsbecrowned KingorQueenoftheirproms,with proudparentsbytheirside,isanother cherishedmemory.Theregular educationstudentsworkhardto
providethethemedpromsbydecorating, makingthefood,music,andattending.It isreallyanamazingcollaborativeeffort providinginclusiveopportunitiesfor bothregularedandspecialedstudents ensuringthatallreceiveopportunities providedunderIDEA.
AYearintheLifeofSpecial Education Workingwithstudentswithsevere cognitivedelayscomeswithsignificant challenges.Dr.Mengeacknowledges thataggressionandinjuriesamongstaff arenotuncommon.Managingthe diverseneedsofbothstaffandstudents insmallenvironmentsorwithinthe communitycanbecomplicated.She recallsadifficultincidentfromthe previousyearwhenastudent,upsetover aniPad,accidentallybrokeherfinger Despitethesechallenges,Dr.Menge’s commitmenttoherstudentsremains firm,continuallystrivingtocreatea supportiveandenrichingenvironment fortheirgrowthanddevelopment.
From Classroom to Castle Journey Through Various Teaching Roles Dr.Menge’sjourneyintoteaching beganwhileshewaspursuingher associate’sdegreeinbusiness.She volunteeredinhermother’s kindergartenclassroom,whereshe couldbringhertwoyoungdaughters, andgainedinsightintotheimportance ofachild-centeredphilosophyin education.Guidedbyhermother,she witnessedfirsthandhowengaging childrenandtheirfamiliesisvitalto theeducationalprocess.
Shelaterearnedherbachelor’sdegree fromWashingtonStateUniversity throughanextendedlearning program.Duringthattime,she receivedVHStapesoflecturesand wassupervisedbytheprincipalofthe elementaryschool,wheresheworked asanassistantinamoderate/severe disabilitiesclass.Aftercompletingher bachelor’sdegree,sheandher studentstransitionedtoajuniorhigh school,markingthebeginningofher teachingcareer.Dr.Mengethen pursuedherteachinginternship programandobtainedherMaster’s degreeandcredentialsasaneducation specialist.
Dr.MengecompletedherPhDin CurriculumandInstructiononline throughCapellaUniversity.Her dissertationfocusedonthesixFederal TransitionGoalsforpeoplewith disabilities,specificallyexploringthe transitionofstudentswithdisabilities intoadultprogramsfromages16-22. ThefederalgoalsunderIDEA includedtraining,education, employment,independentliving, recreation,andcommunity integration.
Cover Story HowaMathBookAssignment SparkedaLiteraryCareer Duringhercredentialprogramin Moderate/SevereDisabilities,Dr.Dawn Mengewasassignedthetaskofwritinga mathbookandcreatinganeducational game.Thisresultedinthedevelopment of“QueenVictoria’sVisitors,”abook thatfocusesoncalendarskillswith activitiessetinacastle,beneficialfor emergingreaders.Originallyinspiredby astudent,thebookwasshowcasedin localschoolswiththehelpofCalPoly grants,whereDr.Mengewouldexplain herstudents’disabilitiestotheaudience.
Shedecidedtonamethebookafterher grandmother,asignificantfigureinher family.Eachcharacterinthebook representsafamilymember Thebook wentontowinfirstplaceintheEVVY awards,leadingtonumerousrequestsfor morebooks.Drawingonherpassionfor travel,Dr.Mengehassincewritten fifteenbooksonvariouslocationsand topics,withmoreprojectsinprogress.
CharacterswithaPurpose TheteachingandwritingstylesofDr. Mengeareallintertwined.Her educationalbooksreflectthesame conceptsandformatssheusesinher teaching.InherQueen’sadventures series,manycharactersareinspiredby herstudentsandcolleagues.This includeschildrenwithdisabilitiessuchas Autism,DownSyndrome,Visual Impairments,Deafness,andCerebral Palsy.Thesecharacters,basedonreal childrenandtheirfamilies,navigatetheir liveswhileteachingtheQueenabout theiruniqueneedsandadaptations.Dr Mengeaimstoemphasizethatchildren withdisabilitiesarejustaseagerfor adventureasanyoneelse,highlighting theiractivelives.
TransformingTravelsintoTales Dr.Menge’swritingprocessforherQueen Vernitabooksstartswiththeadventuresshegoes onduringherfamilytravels.Herfamilytakes monthlytrips,collectingmomentsand informationthatinspireherstories.Sometimes, asimpleideatransformsasshemakes unexpecteddiscoveriesorlearnsnewthings abouttheplacesshevisits.Herillustratoruses photosfromthesetripstocreatecolorful, detailedcollagesforeachpage.
QueenVernita’sadventuresrangefromPre-Kto 6thgrade,dependingontheinsightsgained duringthetravels.Forinstance,atripfrom Williams,Arizona,totheGrandCanyonwas initiallymeanttobeafourth-grade-levelbook ontheGrandCanyon.However,itturnedintoa Pre-Kto2nd-gradeChristmasbook,“Queen Vernita’sMagicalChristmasTrainRide,”after encounteringaSanta-themedtrainride.
Dr.Mengealsoworkedwithherbrother,an astronomerattheJetPropulsionLaboratory,to writeabookonastronomy.Theircollaboration, “QueenVernitaMeetsSirHeathybeanthe Astronomer,”includesplayfulelementslikea scientistwithwildhairandpinkbunnyslippers. Thebook,adaptedintoascreenplay,has received64filmawards.
AspecialmomentforDr.Mengewasduringa schoolvisitwheresheread“QueenVernita’s Visitors”toagroupofkindergartenerswhileher brothertaughtastronomytothirdgraders.After thereading,ayoungboywhohadbeenquietfor weeksduetoarecentlossbegantoopenup abouthisfeelings.Thismomenthighlightedthe impactfuleffectofherwork.Sheandherbrother giftedhimsignedcopiesoftheQueenVernita books,emphasizingthepositiveinfluencetheir storiescanhaveonothers.
ThePowerofStories Mr.Wayne,afriendofDr.Menge,isaneducatorwhohelps immigrantsadjusttolifeintheUnitedStates.Manyofthese immigrantsfacechallengeswithreadingandwritinginEnglish. OneofherfavoritesuccessstoriesinvolvesastudentnamedNuh, whowasborninAfricaandlaterrelocatedtoSeattle,Washington. NuhencounteredMr Wayne,acompassionateteacherwhoused QueenVernita’seducationaladventuretomakeapositiveimpact onhislife.
NuhwasbornunderatreeinAfricaandlivedanomadiclifestyle withhisclan,relyingonthelandforsurvivalwithonlyagoatand acow.Duetowar,theywereeventuallyforcedintoUNcamps. Mr WayneonceinquiredwhyAfricanrunnersweresofast.In response,Nuhstated, “If a person was not a fast runner in Africa, they were dinner,” inamatter-of-factmanner.
Withtheguidanceofhisteacher,Mr.Wayne,Nuhlearnedtoread, write,andcountinEnglishusingtheQueenVernitaseries.Ittook himabouttenyearstoadapttolifeintheUnitedStates,a significantchangefromhislifeinAfrica.
Dr.Menge’svastexperienceinspecialeducationteachingandher PhDinCurriculumandInstructionwasinstrumentalincreating theeducationalseriesthatsupportedNuhandhisfamily.
MotivatedbyNuh’sprogress,Dr.Mengeintendstotravelto Ghana,Africa,inDecemberwithanonprofitorganization, bringingasuitcasefilledwithbooksforschoolsinthearea.
Exclusive Retreats by Dr. Menge
Dr. Menge has started a new project with her writing journal and is now hosting writing retreats. One of her recent endeavors, the “Discover Your Writing Passion Retreat,” aims to provide participants with an immersive writing experience in the scenic location of Wrightwood, California. The retreat will take place at Westwood Castle, offering a mix of inspiration, relaxation, and productivity. In addition to the California retreat, Dr. Menge is also planning an event in New Orleans in February 2025.
Cover Story AdviceforAspiringAuthorEducators Dr.Mengeprovidesvaluable adviceforaspiringauthors, especiallythoseinthe educationalfield.Shebelieves thatteachersarewell-suitedto creatingreadingmaterialsdueto theireducationalbackground, passionforstorytelling,and dedicationtoreadingtotheir students.Dr.Mengeencourages educatorstowritestoriesthat resonatewiththemandsuggests joiningwritingcommunities, critiquegroups,andprofessional organizationsliketheSocietyof Children’sBookWritersand Illustrators.Forthose consideringwritingabook,Dr Mengerecommendstakingthe leapandembracingthe adventure,asoneneverknows whereitmaylead.
VOICES OF 100 WOMEN FROM STALKING SURVIVOR TO STORYTELLER As part of She Rises Studios’ docuseries for FENIXTV, Dr. Menge penned her very rst romance novel. This book draws from her personal experiences of being stalked, aiming to support and help others who have endured similar ordeals.
HARMONY “Harmony” is set in a charming mountain community. The story revolves around Harmony, who enjoys a peaceful life until a mysterious Christmas wreath and a beautifully crafted note with an intriguing invitation appear on her front door. As Harmony decides whether to follow the path laid out by her secret admirer, readers are taken on a journey lled with mystery and heartwarming moments. This book, much like her previous works, is deeply personal and rooted in Dr. Menge’s adventures and experiences, promising to captivate readers with its blend of suspense and warmth.
Secrets of Why This Tiny Country DidyouknowVaticanCityisjustnamedasacity,butit’sactuallyacountry?It’sthesmallestcountryintheworld, onlyabout0.2squaremilesinsize.Eventhoughit’stiny,VaticanCityispackedwithhistory,amazingart,anddeep religiousimportance.It’sthehomeofthePopeandthecenteroftheCatholicChurch,makingitaspecialplacefor anyoneinterestedincultureandhistory
Inthisarticle,youwilllearnabouttherichandfascinatinghistoryofVaticanCity,someofitsinterestingfacts,anda briefguideonhowtoexploreit.
Where is Vatican City Located? VaticanCityislocatedintheheartofRome, Italy.Itisanindependentcity-stateentirely surroundedbythecityofRome.
Key Events You Should Never Miss Papal Audience WhenvisitingVaticanCity, thereareafewkeyeventsyou shouldtrynottomiss:
EveryWednesday,youcanseethePopeinSt.Peter’sSquare duringaspecialgatheringwherehegiveshisblessing.
Easter Mass OnEasterSunday,thePopeleadsabigmassinSt.Peter’s Basilica,followedbyaspecialblessingfromthebalcony.
Christmas Midnight Mass OnChristmasEve,thePopeholdsamidnightmassinSt. Peter’sBasilica,whichisabeautifulandspiritualevent.
Canonization Ceremonies ThesearespecialeventswherethePopedeclaressomeonea saint,heldinSt.Peter’sSquare.
Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (June 29) ThisdaycelebratesthepatronsaintsofRomewithaspecial massinSt.Peter’sBasilica.
Vatican Museums Night Openings Atcertaintimesoftheyear,theVaticanMuseumsstayopen atnight,givingyouachancetoexploreinaquietersetting.
Corpus Christi Procession VATICAN CITY ThiseventfeaturesareligiousprocessionledbythePope, startingatSt.JohnLateranandendingatSt.MaryMajor.
Angelus Prayer EverySundayatnoon,thePopesaysashortprayerandgives ablessingfromthewindowoftheApostolicPalaceinSt. Peter’sSquare.
Palm Sunday Mass ThismassmarksthebeginningofHolyWeek,withthePope blessingpalmbranchesinSt.Peter’sSquare.
All Saints’ Day Mass (November 1) AspecialmassisheldinSt.Peter’sBasilicatohonorallthesaints.
RichandFascinatingHistory VaticanCityhasahistorythat’sbothrichandfascinating,spanningoverathousandyears.Itservesasthespiritualand administrativecenteroftheRomanCatholicChurchandishometothePope.
ThehistoryofVaticanCitytracesbacktotheearlydaysofChristianity,withitssignificancebeginningattheburialsiteofSt. Peter,oneofJesusChrist’sclosestfollowersandthefirstPope.Overtime,thissitebecameSt.Peter’sBasilica,acornerstone oftheCatholicfaith.
Duringthe4thcentury,asChristianityspread,theVaticanbecameanessentialreligioushub.However,itsimportancesurged inthe14thcenturywhenthePopesreturnedtoRomeafterlivinginAvignon,France.Thismarkedthebeginningofthe Vatican’sriseastheheartoftheCatholicChurch.
In1929,itbecameanindependentstate,officiallyrecognizedasthesmallestcountryintheworld,bothinsizeand population,throughtheLateranTreatywithItaly.
Today,itisrenownedforitsculturalandreligioussignificance,housingtheVaticanMuseumsandtheSistineChapelwith Michelangelo’smasterpieces,andithasservedasapilgrimagesiteformillions.Itcontinuestobeasymboloffaithand history,influencingoverabillionCatholicsworldwide.
5 Foods You Must Try in Vatican City Ifyou’replanningtovisitVaticanCitydon’tmissoutontryingthesefoods:
1. Pizza Margherita WhyIt’sFamous:Thisclassicpizzaislovedforitssimple,fresh ingredientsanditsconnectiontoItalianhistory.
Ingredients:Ithasathincrustwithtomatosauce,freshmozzarella cheese,basilleaves,andadrizzleofoliveoil.Thered,white,and greencolorsmatchtheItalianflag.
2. Pasta Carbonara WhyIt’sFamous:PastaCarbonaraisacreamyandcomfortingdish fromRomethat’squicktomakeandverytasty
Ingredients:It’smadewithpasta,eggs,PecorinoRomanocheese, pancettaorguanciale(Italiancuredmeats),blackpepper,and sometimesgarlic.Theeggsandcheesemakeacreamysaucewithout usingcream.
3. Saltimbocca alla Romana WhyIt’sFamous:ThistraditionalRomandishisknownforits tendervealandrichflavors.
Ingredients:Itincludesvealcutletstoppedwithprosciuttoand sage,cookedinwhitewineandbutter.It’ssavorywithahintof sweetness.
4. Supplì WhyIt’sFamous:Supplìarecrispyriceballsthatareapopular snackorappetizerinRome.
Ingredients:They’remadefromrisottoricemixedwithtomato sauce,cheese,andsometimesmeat,thenshapedintoballs,breaded, anddeep-fried.
5. Tiramisu WhyIt’sFamous:TiramisuisapopularItaliandessertwithlayers ofcoffee-soakedladyfingersandcreamymascarponecheese.
Ingredients:Ithaslayersofcoffee-soakedladyfingers, mascarponecheese,eggs,sugar,andasprinkleofcocoapowderon top.
10 Interesting Facts About Vatican City You Didn’t Know Ifyou’replanningtovisitVaticanCitydon’tmissoutontryingthesefoods:
Ÿ It has a population of around 800 people, but only about 400 are residents.
Ÿ It is the residence of the Pope, the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church.
Ÿ Latin is the ofcial language of Vatican City, but Italian is commonly spoken in daily life.
Ÿ It became an independent state in 1929 through the Lateran Treaty between the Holy See and Italy.
Ÿ It is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its historical and cultural signicance.
Ÿ Home to the largest church in the world, St. Peter’s Basilica, which is renowned for its stunning dome.
Ÿ The Vatican Museums feature one of the world's largest art collections, including masterpieces by Michelangelo and Raphael.
Ÿ The Vatican’s Swiss Guards, established in 1506, are responsible for the Pope’s security and ceremonial duties.
Ÿ It uses the Euro as its currency, although it is not part of the European Union.
Ÿ It has its postage stamps, which are highly collectible due to their rarity and unique designs.
Conclusion VaticanCitymaybethesmallestcountryintheworld,butit’sfullofamazinghistory,culture, andspirituality.Eventhoughit'stiny,ithasahugeimpactasthecenteroftheCatholicChurch. Fromitsrichpastandimportanteventstoitsdeliciouslocalfoodsandfascinatingfacts,there’s somuchtodiscover.Ifyougetthechancetovisit,you'llfindthatVaticanCityoffersaunique andmemorableexperiencewithstoriesandtreasuresaroundeverycorner
TOP 11 Road Trip Ideas Around The World to Inspire Your Next Adventure In today's fast-moving world, the stress of work could make you frustrated. To lessen the stress and frustration, vacations are the perfect solution! And spontaneous road trips with your loved ones can be the perfect getaway to relax and unwind. In this article, we will share 11 road trip ideas for you to choose for the much needed escape for a weekend and enjoy the beauty and calmness of nature.
TOP 11 ROAD TRIP IDEAS FOR THE ADVENTURER INSIDE YOU Atlantic Road, Norway Molde to the Gjemnessundbrua Suspension Bridge ExploringNorway'sextensiveroadways,whicharefilledwith bridges,tunnels,andferries,isonewaytoroaminthismighty landscape.Ithasthehighesticypeaks,deepicyfjords,andlakesfull ofglaciers.TheAtlanticRoadisthemostbeautifulroadtogoonthe trip.ThisroadcoverstheCityofMouldeandtheislandofAveroy, givingussomeofthemostspectacularviews.Sothiscouldbeyour destinationamongour11niceroadtripideas.
The Japanese Alps Kyoto to Tokyo ToaccessJapan'sbest-kept-secrets,youhavetotravelthecountrybycar.TakethelongroadfromKyototoTokyo.Goto Kanazawa,andtheroutewillleadyoutowardstheJapaneseAlps.whereyoucouldbatheinonsen“hotsprings.”After navigatingyourwaythroughsomehills,theroutewilltakeyoutosomehistoricsitesliketheSamuraicityofMatsumoto. Aftersometime,itwilltakeyoutoTokyo,yourfinaldestination.Thiscouldbeoneoftheroadtripideasforyoutoopt.
The Panorama Route, South Africa Hoedspruit to Pilgrim's Rest HeadingtoSouthAfrica’sDrakensberg Escarpmentwillleadyoutofruitfields, gold-rushsites,cascadingwaterfalls, andwildlifereserves.Onceyouget overthepeakoftheDrakensberg Escarpment,youwillseethrough ‘God’sWindow',theviewsoverthe BlydeRiverCanyon,thefamous KrugerNationalPark,andthe LemboboMountainsonSouthAfrica’s border.Youhaveabigchanceof encounteringthebigfiveintheKruger NationalPark,justanhour'sdrivefrom theendpointinPilgrim’sRest.You couldchoosethisideafortheroadtrip, amongourroadtripideas.
The Great Ocean Road, Australia Melbourne to the 12 Apostles TheGreatOceanRoadofficiallystartsatthebeachtownofTorquay,andfromhere, itgoescloselywiththeVictorianCoastline,allthewayalongwiththegroupof limestonestackscalledthe12Apostles.Althoughtheweatherisgradually decreasingthenumberofstacks,theroadisstillapopularsightseeingtripfrom Melbourne.Beforecomingback,youshouldvisitCapeOtwayforthedenseforests oftheOtwayNationalPark.Thiscouldbeoneoftheroadtripideasyoucouldtake.
The North Coast 500, Scotland Inverness to Scotland's Coastline OneofthebesttripstheUnited KingdomoffersistheNorthCoast 500.Asthe500inthename suggests,thereisa500-mileroute thatloopsitswayaround Scotland'srawcoastline.This routehaseverythingfromwhite sandybeachestomountainsto fishingvillages.Headingnorth fromInverness,theroutetakesin theBlackIsle,EasterRoss,and Caithnessaroundthetopofthe BritishIsles,includingthemost northerlypoint,JohnO'Groats. Afterthat,therouteheadsback downthewesterncoastandsouth throughSutherland,WesterRoss, andbacktoInverness.
Leh Ladakh Road Trip, India Leh-Ladakh Whenyouthinkaboutbeautifulpanoramasand dramaticlandscapes,onlyLeh,Ladakhcomesto mind.Thisisanalmosthiddenlandscapein Kashmir,whichisnoteasytogetto,especially whenyou'redriving.Butthatistherealkickof theroadtrip.Youwillfeeleverydangerinyour heartandseerealIndiaalongtheway Youwill seetinyvillages,friendlylocals,andstunning scenery,whichwillmakethistripmemorablefor you.Thiscouldbetheoneforyouamongour roadtripideas.
The Dempster Highway to the Arctic Ocean, Canada Dawson City to Northwest Territories Trulyrawandundiscovered,thisoverland expeditioncrossestundralandscapes,Boreal forests,andmountainrangesenroutetothe ArcticSea.Theroadhereisunpavedandfullof gravel,whichcouldburstyourtire,sokeepa spare.Onthistrip,youwouldmeetindigenous communitieslikeTsiigehtchic.Ifyou'retraveling inAugust,youcouldwatchCanoeracesand listentothetraditionalmusicofTsiigehtchic.You couldputupyourtentattheHappyValley TerritorialPark,facingtheMackenzieRiver
Blue Ridge Parkway, USA Afton to Cherokee ThreehourssouthwardspastWashingtonD.C. liesthemostbeautifulscenicbywaythatcarves itswaythroughthelushmountainousforestsof VirginiaandNorthCarolina.It'snamedtheBlue RidgeParkwaybecausethesurrounding mountainshaveabluishcolorwhenseenfroma distance.Youcoulddrivethereanytimeofthe year,butitismostbeautifulinautumn.In autumn,theforeststurnintoiridescentshadesof brown,orange,andred.Thiscouldbeyourone destinationfromourroadtripideas.
Great St Bernard Pass Road trip, Italy Turin, Italy to Montreux, Switzerland Itisaniconicplacebecausethe openingsceneoftheclassic filmItalianJob,starring MichaelCaine,wasshothere. Thefilmopenswith LamborginiMuriagoing throughtheGreatStBernard Pass,whichisstillthesameif youignoresomesafety improvements.Thisscenic roadwayhasablendofsharp drops,hairpinbends,and tunnels,addedtothat,the startingpointisthecharming ItaliancityofTurin.Thisroad tripfinishesupontheshoresof LakeGenevainthejazztown ofMontreux.
These are the 11 road trip ideas for you to pick from and escape to the majestic mountains or nature. On these road trips, you could meet new people and make new friends. You also have to be careful about certain things in these journeys, such as rockfalls and tire bursting, so drive carefully, and keep spare instruments with you.
Wayanad Ghat Road, India Kozhikode to Wayanad WayanadGhatRoadinIndiahasverybeautiful sceneryandadiversityofspeciesofanimals.The roadcrossesthelushforestsoftheWesternghats, waterfalls,mistymountains,andvasttree plantations.TheThamarasammyChurammountain passis800mabovesealevel,anditisworth stoppingtoexploresceneryorhikingtoexplore waterfallsandtrails.Justlookoutforwildelephants whostrollontheroadssometimes.Thiscouldbe youronedestinationamongourroadtripideas.
Southern Utah National Park Circuit, USA Dead Horse Point to Zion National Park
Inthisarea,redpillarsofrocksstoodmajesticallyfrom theearth.Thisroutedoesn'tofficiallyhaveaname,but itamalgamatesmanyroutes.Eachroadherewillshow youanawe-inspiringview,ReminiscentofHollywood Westerns,settingofffromDeadHorsePointnear Moab,theroutetakesintheCanyonlandsNational Park,GrandStaircase-EscalanteNationalMonument, CapitolReefNationalPark,andBryceCanyonbefore finishingintheenchantingZionNationalPark,nearly 500mileslater.
From Local Startup to Worldwide Leader : The TheDid you know Amway started in a tiny basement in Ada, Michigan? It began by selling cleaning products but quickly grew into a major global company. Now, it sells over 450 products, including health and beauty items, and operates in more than 100 countries. With yearly sales over $8 billion, it is famous for its great products and helpful community projects. Learn how this small start became a big success story!
In this article, you will learn about Amway’s history, challenges, marketing strategies, and inuence on the global market.
Brand History of Amway was started in 1959 by Rich DeVos and Jay Van Andel in Ada, Michigan. They wanted to create a company where people could sell products directly to others and build their businesses. They named it “Amway” to reect their vision of the “American Way.”
At rst, it sold cleaning products, but soon it added more items like vitamins and beauty products. By the 1970s, it began selling its products in other countries. One of their key products, Nutrilite vitamins, became very popular.
In the 1980s and 1990s, it continued to grow and started selling online. They also introduced new brands like Artistry for skincare.
In the 2000s, it focused on making it easier for people to buy products online and start their own businesses through digital tools.
Today, it is a global company, operating in over 100 countries. It helps people become entrepreneurs and offers a wide range of products, from health and beauty to home care.
HowIstheAmwayDifferent FromOthers? Amwayisuniquebecauseitsells productsdirectlythrough distributors,notinstores,giving youpersonalizedadvice.Youcan startyourownbusinesswithit, sellingawiderangeofhighqualityitemslikehealth supplementsandbeautyproducts. Withapresenceinover100 countries,itoffersglobalreach andsupport.Theyfocusontopqualityproductsandsustainability, usingeco-friendlypractices.Plus, theyprovidetrainingtohelp distributorssucceed.
HowDoesAmway’sDirect SellingModelWork? Itsdirectsellingmodelconnects customerswithindependent distributorswhosellitsproducts directly,insteadofthroughstores. Distributorsgivepersonalized adviceandbuildrelationships withcustomers.Theyearnmoney basedontheirsalesandthesales madebyotherstheyrecruit.
Here’s how it works in simple terms: Distributors:
Instead of selling products in stores, it relies on people called distributors. These are individuals who sign up with it to sell its products directly to others.
Personal Sales: Distributors buy products at a discount and then sell them to customers, often through personal meetings, online, or in small events.
Building a Team: It can also recruit others to join as new distributors and earn money not just from its sales but also from the sales made by its recruits.
Earning Money: It makes money in two main ways:
Earn a prot from selling products to customers. Receive bonuses based on the sales made by their team of recruits.
Training and Support:
It provides training and support to help distributors learn how to sell products effectively and grow their business.
What Are the Challenges Faced by Amway? Itfacesafewchallengeswithitsbusinessmodel.Somepeoplecriticizeitsdirectsellingmethod,thinkingitmightbea pyramidscheme.Keepingproductqualityconsistentandmanagingalargenetworkofdistributorscanbetough.Thecompany alsohastodealwithdifferentrulesinvariouscountriesandcompetewithmanyotherbrands.Skepticismaboutmulti-level marketing(MLM)candamageitsreputation,andhighturnoveramongdistributors,alongwitheconomicchanges,affects salesandrecruitment.Additionally,therearemisunderstandingsaboutproductqualityandlegalissuestohandle.
5 Interesting Facts About Amway You Didn’t Know It has been a major player in the direct selling industry for decades, known for its wide range of products and unique business model. From humble beginnings to becoming a global powerhouse, Amway has built a strong reputation for quality and innovation. But beyond the surface, there are some surprising details about this company that many people don’t know.
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Here are 5 interesting facts about it that might surprise you: It sells more than 450 products, including vitamins, beauty items, and home goods. This diverse range allows them to cater to various customer needs and preferences, reinforcing their extensive market reach and adaptability.
It makes over $8 billion in sales each year. This success story reects the company’s robust global network and the loyalty of millions of distributors and customers who believe in its products and business model.
They sponsor the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida, where many sports and events happen. This sponsorship not only boosts their brand visibility but also connects them with a wide audience through popular events held at the center.
They were the rst to make a liquid laundry detergent that works in all types of washing machines. This innovation showcased their commitment to practical solutions and set a new standard in the industry.
It has earned several prestigious awards, including the Direct Selling Association (DSA) Award for excellence, the Best Practices Award for innovation, and the Consumer Choice Award for product quality. The company has also been recognized with Green Business Awards for its commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices.
Startingin1959andnowselling450productsinover100countriesshowshowmuchAmwayhasgrown.Whatbeganasa smallbusinessinabasementhasbecomeahugeglobalcompany.Itsfocusonqualityandsupportforsellershasmadeitabig nameindirectselling.Eventhoughithasfacedmanychallenges,itcontinuestosucceedandhelppeopleallovertheworld.
Enhancing Math Education Interactive Learning: Mathematics is often seen as daunting for non-math majors. Traditional teaching methods—paper textbooks, static exercises, and monotonous lectures—fail to align with today’s diverse student needs.
Interactive math education, however, can transform students from passive listeners to active participants in their education. In this blog post, we’ll explore how interactive math education can make a difference.
BenefitsofInteractiveLearninginMathEducation
Interactiveonlinematheducationoffersnumerous advantagesforstudents,teachers,andeducational institutions.Herearesomekeybenefits:
1.EnhancedEngagement
Interactiveplatformsmakelearningmathmoreenjoyable andstimulatingbycapturingstudents’attentionand encouragingactiveparticipation.
2.IncreaseMotivation
Interactivemathlearningengagesstudentsandboosts participation.Itcanmakemathmoreenjoyable,helping teacherscreatepositivelearningexperiencesthatimprove students’attitudestowardthesubject.
3.FlexibilityandAccessibility
Onlinemathlearningcanbeaccessedanytime,anywhere, allowingstudentstolearnattheirownpaceand convenience.
4.ProgressTrackingandAssessment
Teacherscantrackstudentperformanceandidentifyareas forimprovementwithdetailedprogressreportsofferedby theseplatforms.
IdeasforInteractiveMath
1.InteractiveClassroomLessons
Introducingdynamicelementscansignificantlyenhance studentengagementandattentionduringlectures. Incorporatingactivitiessuchasonlinepollsandquizzescan invigoratelearnersandhelpthembetterabsorbthematerial, ultimatelyimprovingretention.
Forinstance,duringalecture,studentscanquicklyscana QRcodetoparticipateintheseactivities.Thesetaskstake lessthanfiveminutesbutcandrasticallyimproveattention spans.
2.DigitalMathTools
Usually,educationaltechnologyinvolvessolvingproblems onyourown,buttheoppositeprincipleisalsoeffective. NowthereisatoolcalledMathSolverAIHomework Helper,availableontheAppStore,whichdoesmorethan
justsolveproblems.Itoffersasequenceofactionsandthe abilitytochooseasolutionmethod.
3.PersonalizeFeedback
Studentsbenefitgreatlyfromreceivingimmediate, personalizedfeedbackontheirhomework,ratherthan waitingfortheanswers.Thisreal-timecorrectionnotonly addressesmisconceptionsquicklybutalsoencourages continuedeffortandmasteryofthematerial.
WithSOWISO,studentspracticeonaplatformthat analyzestheirinput,detectsmistakes,andprovidestailored hintsandfeedback.Thesystemreinforcestheirprogress withpositivemessages,boostingmotivation.
4.InteractiveMathWorksheets
Thankstorandomizationandpersonalizedfeedback,math worksheetsareendlesslyreusableandprovideline-by-line guidance.Thistechnologysupportspersonalizedlearning, makingastudent-centeredapproachbotheasyandefficient.
5.FlippedClassroom
Flipthetraditionalclassroombyassigninginteractivemath lessonsashomework.
Thismethodaimstobooststudentengagementand performancebyfocusingonamorelearner-centric approach.Studentsprepareinadvancebyself-studyingthe topicthatwillbediscussedinclass.Youcanuseallthe interactivemathactivitieswementionedearlier
6.CollaborativeLearning
Don’tunderestimatethepowerofpositivesocialinteraction inmathclass.Interactiveandcollaborativeactivitiescan enhanceyourstudents’senseofbelonging.
Onlineforumsareanotherexcellentwaytobuild community Theygiveshystudentsachancetoparticipate withoutthepressureofspeakingupinclass.Tosupport this,wealsoallowlearnerstopostanonymousquestionsin ourforums.
7.InteractiveMathTheory
Manystudentsfindmaththeorytobedullandintimidating. Interactiveresourcescanmakelearningmoreengagingand approachablewithoutcompromisingacademicrigor
IdeasofUsingTechnologyforInteractiveMathematics Teaching Usingdigitaltoolsinmathclasscansaveteachersalotof time.Herearethreekeywaystechnologyhelps:
1.CentralizedResources
Withdigitalmaterialsallinoneplace,teacherscaneasily accessandshareresources.Thisreducesphysicalprepwork andlightenstheoverallworkload.
2.Real-TimeUpdates
Digitalcontentcanbeupdatedinstantly,keepingteachersin linewithcurrentcurriculumstandardsandteaching methods.
3.Data-DrivenInsights Manydigitalplatformsofferdataanalysistoolsthattrack studentprogress.
Online interactive math learning can transform education by making math more accessible, engaging, and fun for students. What started with textbooks in classrooms has now evolved into dynamic online platforms. While there are challenges, integrating AI presents promising opportunities for the future of math education.
