Shawn Mendes is a Canadian singer and songwriter. He gained a following in 2013, posting song covers on the video-sharing application Vine. The following year, he caught the attention of artist manager Andrew Gertler and Island Records A&R Ziggy Chareton, which led to him signing a deal with the record label. Mendes went on to release an EP and his debut studio album Handwritten (2015), whose single "Stitches" peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100. Mendes' second album, Illuminate (2016), was preceded by the singles "Treat You Better" and "There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back", both of which...

Getting ahead in the professional world requires a great deal of determination and drive. Motivation is an integral part of any professional career and a key to reaching new heights. Here are six unique and effective motivational tips you can use to boost your career.  Table of Contents:  1. Set Long-Term and Short-Term Goals  2. Prioritize the Most Difficult Tasks  3. Celebrate Wins Big and Small  4. Engage in Continuous Learning  5. Find Mentors and Role Models  6. Take Time for Reflective Practices  1. Set Long-Term and Short-Term Goals Long-term and short-term goals are essential for any successful professional journey. Long-term goals are more ambitious and abstract and...

Zhang Zhidong was a Chinese politician, writer, and educator who lived during the late Qing dynasty and early Republic of China. He is considered one of the most important figures in modern Chinese history. Born in Wuxi, Jiangsu province, Zhang Zhidong began his career as a local official in Anhui province. He later served as governor of Hunan and Hubei provinces, where he implemented a series of economic and social reforms. He is also credited with introducing Western technology to China, including the telegraph and the railway. During the First Sino-Japanese War, Zhang Zhidong was appointed commander-in-chief of the Chinese forces...