The Three Envelopes of Leadership: A Lesson for Strategic HR

The Three Envelopes of Leadership: A Lesson for Strategic HR (Scroll for Portuguese 👇) There’s a well-known fable about leadership transitions: A newly appointed leader finds three envelopes left behind by their predecessor to be used in moments of crises. The first says: “Blame me.” The second: “Reorganize.” The third: “Prepare three envelopes.” This cycle… Read More

93% of Communication Is Nonverbal Virtual Meetings, Real Connections: Turn Your Camera On

If you can, turn your camera on! In 2024, I had numerous online meetings on Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet. In 100% of them, I had my camera on, whereas in about 90%, the other participants kept theirs off. I understand that not everyone feels “camera-ready” when working from home, despite the many available filters,… Read More

Is perfect pronunciation really necessary for English learners?

Whether you are a native speaker or a second language learner, what’s one word you pronounced incorrectly that still haunts you to this day? BIRD GEI, established in São Paulo, specializes in providing strategic language training solutions and best practices, empowering corporations and professionals to excel in internationalization and language acquisition. One of our most… Read More

Teamwork, collaboration, motivation, and puzzles

Much is said about teamwork, collaboration, and motivation, but it is always nice to see how they work together. Two families face an intriguing puzzle that reveals a crucial lesson in collaboration. How they solve it will surprise you! This puzzle is a perfect reminder of the power of teamwork and how we achieve more… Read More

What Language Do You Most Desire to Speak Fluently? New Research Maps Top Choices Worldwide

New research from the language website Wordtips has revealed the top language choice of learners in nearly every capital city in the world. By analyzing data from over 280,000 profiles on the popular language-learning platform Conversation Exchange, Wordtips found the language currently being learned by the highest proportion of learners in every available national capital.… Read More

From Leonardo Da Vinci’s letter to LinkedIn profiles: the evolution of resumes, AI and the multimedia future

Have you stopped to think about what job hunting will be like in the near future? Despite the well-known statistic that recruiters typically spend only six seconds reviewing a resume, many still adhere to crafting traditional lists and chronologies of their experiences, hoping for positive results. The history of the resume is a journey through… Read More

Os Impactos (não tão) ocultos de Cancelar Investimentos em Idiomas nas Empresas!

Em uma era de mudanças rápidas e desafios constantes, cada decisão estratégica conta. Veja como o congelamento ou cancelamento do patrocínio de idiomas pode esconder riscos e perdas para todos os stakeholders. https://www.birdgei.com https://www.bird.com.br https://birdgei.com/category/benchmarking/  

Overcoming Resume Misunderstandings in AI Hiring Filters

In the modern job market, the initial reviewer of a job candidate’s application is often an automated system rather than a human. Shockingly, data from 2019 revealed that three-quarters of resumes never reach human eyes. Additionally, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission estimated that 83% of employers, including 99% of Fortune 500 companies, use AI-driven automation… Read More

The Inspiring Story of the Restaurant of Mistaken Orders

In a world that often forgets, they found a way to remember joy. Join us on a journey to Tokyo, Japan, where a remarkable restaurant called the Restaurant of Mistaken Orders is rewriting the rules of inclusivity and redefining the power of human connection. This heartwarming video by @nealfoard introduces us to Shiro Oguni, the… Read More

The benefits of a bilingual brain

There are numerous benefits associated with having a bilingual brain. Here are some of the most important ones: Improved cognitive function: Studies have shown that bilingual individuals have better cognitive control, working memory, and executive function compared to monolingual individuals. This means that they are better able to multitask, make decisions, and solve problems. Delayed… Read More