Hi! Welcome to our 20th newsletter! 💡learnshiv is here to make learning easy for you, whether it’s tech, social justice, or self-improvement content. In this constantly changing world, the only way to future-proof yourself is diversification, and that’s what I’m here to help you do.

Here’s what we’re talking about in this week’s newsletter:

• ✏️ Defining: Cloud computing, weaponization, emotional agility

• 📒 Lesson Learned: How to reach out to someone on LinkedIn

• 🆓 Freebie: Join the Creator Catalyst Summit (today)

• 💡Learnshiv Content: Book review on “Freedom is a Constant Struggle”

💡 LESSON LEARNED

Recently, I’ve had a lot of people reach out to me on LinkedIn with some career questions. I’ve found some people are great at this, very strategic and mindful of my time. Others, well... aren’t. Here are some tips on how you should reach out to someone if you’re “picking their brain” on LinkedIn.

1. Personalize Your Message: Start with a specific detail about their profile or career that inspired you. This shows genuine interest and makes your message stand out. Example: "Hi [Name], I was impressed by your work in [specific field]. Your achievements at [example here] are inspiring to me."

2. Be Specific and Respectful: Clearly state your purpose and ask 2-3 specific questions while acknowledging their schedule. Example: "I'm currently a [your position] interested in [specific field]. I’m reaching out because [very specific reason you’re reaching out to THEM in particular]. Could you share which educational background helped you most? Any pivotal experiences you recommend? Even a brief response would be greatly appreciated, as I know you’re busy."

3. Express Gratitude and Interest in Future Engagement: Thank them in advance and express a desire to stay connected. Example: "Thank you for considering my request. I'd love to stay in touch and learn from your experiences because [clear reason for networking]. Best, [Your Name]."

💡 F R E E B I E

This year, one of my goals is to make content creation a new stream of income. I found information about this FREE summit on LinkedIn last week and wanted to share it with you all. It starts today!

Here’s how they explain it on their website: The 3-day MBA crash course for creators - Each session is led by experts and is immediately actionable. Join us live to have your questions answered and exchange notes with other creators, or watch the recordings to catch anything you miss.

See you there?

💡 LEARNSHIV CONTENT

I’m still in the process of making this video book review, but I wanted to share the short text version here. This book does a wonderful job of explaining how all social movements are connected. I thought it was especially relevant currently, given the humanitarian crisis and genocide in Palestine.

Summary:
"Freedom is a Constant Struggle" by Angela Davis is a powerful collection of essays and interviews that explores the interconnectedness of various social justice movements.

Main Takeaways:

1. Interconnected Struggles: Davis emphasizes that struggles for freedom and justice are interconnected globally. She draws parallels between the civil rights movement in the U.S., the anti-apartheid fight in South Africa, and the ongoing Palestinian liberation movement.

2. Intersectionality: A key theme in the book is the importance of understanding and addressing the intersections of race, class, and gender in social justice movements. Davis argues that a holistic approach is crucial for achieving true freedom and equality.

3. Importance of Solidarity: Davis underscores the necessity of global solidarity in the fight against oppression. She advocates for a united front among different movements and communities to effectively challenge systemic injustices and promote lasting change.

The book highlights how social movements worldwide are interconnected. Davis's call for solidarity and collective action is a crucial reminder that the fight for justice in one part of the world is intrinsically linked to struggles elsewhere. By recognizing these connections, we can foster a more unified and effective response to oppression and support the Palestinian cause as part of a broader commitment to global justice and human rights.

Thanks for reading our 20th newsletter. I want you to be prepared for the ways in which our world may change and affect our lives, careers, relationships, and more in the future. 💡learnshiv is meant to share my three passions with you, share what I learn, and make your life easier by helping you learn, too, in a digestible way.

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Have a great week, and stay curious,

Shiv 💁🏽‍♀️