SkillZilla 🦖

SkillZilla 🦖

@skillzillaus.bsky.social

A life skills app for teens and young adults that prepares them for the real world. Woman-owned. Bootstrapped. #EdTech #EduSky

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Hey there EduSky! Long time lurker, first time Skeeter. We are a bootstrapped startup run by 2 women & one dude who like: 🧷 life skills 🙃 quirkiness 🦖 dinos 🖼️ GIFs We're SkillZilla, a gamified📱app that teaches young adults the essential life skills they need to succeed🥇 /stephanie, holly & daniel

It's group project szn and SkillZilla presents the four types of people in every group project: the perfectionist, the ghost, the chronically late, and the one who does all the work. Tag yourself or a friend! #LifeSkills #RelationshipSkills #Monday #Teamwork

🚩 Got a job offer? Before you say yes, check for these red flags: ❌ Vague salary info ❌ No clear job duties ❌ Toxic work culture – High turnover? Run. ❌ Unrealistic expectations A job should work for you too. Trust your gut—if something feels off, ask questions! #LifeSkills #CareerGrowth

⏰ for Spring Cleaning… Your Digital Life It’s not just about decluttering your closet, try these tips: 🗑️ Delete unused apps 🔑 Update passwords 📬 Unsubscribe from spam emails 📊 Organize your digital files Start fresh this spring! 🌸 #DigitalDeclutter #SpringCleaning #LifeSkills

Sunday = Reset Here are some Pro Tips: 1️⃣ Plan your week 2️⃣ Meal prep 3️⃣ Clean your space 4️⃣ Get outside 5️⃣ Set boundaries What’s your Sunday reset routine? Drop your best tip! 👇 #SelfCareSunday #ResetAndRecharge #LifeSkills #EduSky #EdTech

Why do schools teach calculus but not how to manage money, change a tire, or negotiate a salary? Drop your answers below! What’s a life skill you had to learn the hard way? 👇 #ThoughtfulThursday #SchoolDidn’tTeachMeThat #LifeSkills www.helpteaching.com/blog/3...

helpteaching.com30 Things I Wish I Learned in High School - HelpTeaching.comSchool teaches important foundational skills and knowledge, but here are things I wish I learned in high school that I needed as an adult...

What’s the wildest reason you’ve seen someone get fired? Gossip? Assuming you can act like the boss? Missing deadlines? Bringing your cat to work? Drop it in the comments. 💡 Want to keep your job? Show up, communicate, and stay professional. #WorkItWednesday #CareerTips #LifeSkills #EduSky

Every small move today builds success tomorrow. What would Future You thank you for doing today? Start that savings account. Apply for that job. Drink water instead of soda. Say NO to something that drains your energy. Make Future You proud. #MondayMotivation #LifeSkills #EduSky #EdTech

Did You Know? 81% of young people feel schools didn’t prepare them for real life. If you feel like you got thrown into adulthood with zero training, you’re NOT alone. SkillZilla is here to change that. #ThoughtfulThursday #LifeSkills #LostGenZ #EduSky #EdTech

oprahdaily.comHere’s Why 50% of Gen Z’ers Say They Feel Unprepared for Life After CollegeA groundbreaking new book shows us why the education system is failing our youth—spoiler alert: it’s not all about smart phones—and what parents can do about it starting right now.

Best Questions to Ask In an Interview (drop yours in the comments!) “What’s the biggest challenge the team is facing right now?” (future thinking) “How do you define success in this role?” (understand expectations) “What are the next steps?” (proactive) #WorkIt #JobInterviewTips #LifeSkills #EduSky

First paycheck? Confused about all those deductions? 💰 Gross Pay = What you thought you made 💸 Net Pay = What actually hits your bank 📉 Deductions: FICA, Fed/State Tax, Other (health insurance, 401k, etc) #TeachItTuesday #FirstJobTips #KnowYourMoney #FinancialLiteracy #LifeSkills

New week, new opportunities! Here’s your reminder that no one has it all figured out—but every day, you get closer. Let’s make this week count! 💪 #MondayMotivation #LifeSkills #GoalGetter #EduSky #EdTech

Grocery Shopping on a Budget Challenge: Spend $40 or less for 1 person. Impossible? Here’s how: 📝 Make a list, No impulse buys! (IKR?!) 📊 Compare unit prices 🥦 Shop seasonal 💰 Use cash or a debit card Think you can do it? Report in comments! #BudgetChallenge #EduSky #LifeSkills #SaturdayShop

Happy Pi Day! 🥧 Budgeting is basically like math, but instead of homework, you get more money. Just like 3.14159… (and so on), your spending has a pattern. Track it, adjust it, and master it with SkillZilla! 🔥 #PiDay #MathSkills #BudgetingIsSmart #FinancialLiteracy #FinancialFriday

What's the biggest mistake you made in one of your first jobs? I'll start 💭 when I was 19, I quit a job with no notice & I was never able to use them as a reference, even if I was a great worker & team member, which hurt me applying for jobs later 😬 #WorkIt #LifeSkills #EduSky #MistakesWereMade

🚨 PSA: Scrolling TikTok for hours is NOT self-care. 🚨 Try these instead: 🧘‍♀️ Unplug – Even for 30 mins 📖 Read something for fun 🚶 Take a short walk 📓 Journal your thoughts #SelfCare #Recharge #MentalHealthMatters #LifeSkills #EduSky #EdTech #SundayFunday

Resilience = your superpower. 💪 Reframe setbacks, focus on what you can control, build a support system, take care of yourself, and keep moving forward. You got this! #Resilience #LifeSkills #EduSky #EdTech

Spring break plans? 🌴 Don’t let your wallet break, too! A quick budget can save you from post-break financial regrets. Pro tip: Factor in hidden costs like rideshares, service fees, and that one “just one more drink” moment. 😉 #FinanceFriday #SpringBreakBudget #FinancialLiteracy

Sure the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell, but do you know: ❌ How to negotiate salary ❌ What APR means ❌ How to spot a bad lease If not, you’re not alone. That’s why we made SkillZilla—to teach real-life skills that help young adults thrive. #LifeSkills #EduSky #EdTech #AppDev

Image alt-text: A collage with hand-drawn doodles on graph paper showcases a key, phone, speech bubbles, globe, books, and a dinosaur. At the center is a tag labeled Life Skills. Elements of creativity and learning blend seamlessly with ripped paper, echoing themes of social media and community.

Work-life balance isn’t just about logging off at 5 PM—it’s about creating a sustainable way to thrive in both your career and personal life. 🚦 Set Boundaries 🎯 Prioritize 🔌Unplug ⚖️ Balance is Personal: Some weeks, work demands more; other times, life takes priority. #LifeSkills #EduSky

SkillZilla is finalizing beta testing and will be live on the App Store and Google Play v v v soon! 🎉 #LifeSkills #AdulthoodMadeEasy #EduSky #EdTech #FinancialLiteracy #CommunicationSkills #PersonalGrowth

Today we pitch SkillZilla for a chance to secure $200K in funding. Send all the good vibes our way today.

SkillZilla 🦖@skillzillaus.bsky.social

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Top subjects they believe would help them succeed even more had they been taught them in school are: 🥇 financial planning 🥈 time management 🥉 emotional well-being/management That's why we're teaching them in SkillZilla 🦖 ! #LifeSkills #EducationMatters #YouthAdvocacy #EduSky

prnewswire.comQuizlet Survey Reveals Students Crave Life Skills Education/PRNewswire/ -- Global learning platform Quizlet today released results from a survey exploring how well students feel their education prepared them for the...

LA fires area evacuees: If you can't get through to a hotel or find resources reach out to friends outside the area call for you. Even if I don't know you I'm happy to help you book a place to stay, make connections, or find resources. 💙 #Community #PeopleHelpingPeople

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