Communication, a two-way medium of information exchange, is today considered one of the foremost tools for growth and success. Good communication can be linked to effective interpersonal skills and can be a robust asset for aspiring leaders. However, this skill has to be balanced on a finer scale of emotional and intellectual intelligence. Emotional intelligence is making its mark as a determinant to success, both on a personal and professional level.

With more and more children aspiring to fly the nest in their late teens and early adulthood, it is necessary for parents to start imparting some practical life skills very early. As parents we are all learning on the job, so here are 4 practical life skills I have put together that are derived from my personal experience of educating a child overseas, New age parenting is not an easy task.