#171: 19-Year-Old’s Freelance Leap!

Education Next- Hundred and seventieth Edition

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Priyanka Modi
August 24, 2025

August 24, 2025.

Welcome to EducationNext #171, your weekly spark for creators, innovators, and AI enthusiasts.

A 19-year-old transforms from shy student to confident freelancer,

Young visionaries redefine learning, and

Sam Altman predicts kids will grow up with AI smarter than humans.

Plus, tips to thrive in the AI era.

Top Stories:

19-Year-Old’s Freelance Breakthrough: VEA’s Impact

A 19-year-old computer science student from Kosovo overcame shyness through the MaNaBu VA Program.

“I was scared to talk, but VA changed everything”.

From building skills to landing clients, he now thrives as a freelancer.

The spark: VA’s mentorship unlocks confidence and careers. 

From Shy Student to Confident Freelancer: Arbias’ Journey with the Virtual Excellence Academy

From Shy Student to Confident Freelancer: Arbias’ Journey with the Virtual Excellence Academy

www.educationnext.in/posts/from-shy-student-to-confident-freelancer-arbias-journey-with-the-virtual-excellence-academy

Sam Altman: Kids in an AI-Smarter World
Sam Altman envisions kids growing up with AI surpassing human intelligence.

“A kid born today will never be smarter than AI,” he says.

Technology will feel “Stone Age” to them, but parenting’s core—love and guidance—remains timeless.

The horizon: Creators must prepare for a world where AI outpaces us.

How Sam Altman wants you to parent your kids?

How Sam Altman wants you to parent your kids?

www.educationnext.in/posts/how-sam-altman-wants-you-to-parent-your-kids

Po-Shen Loh’s 5 Tips to Thrive in the AI Era

Mathematician Po-Shen Loh warns over-relying on AI risks weak critical thinking.

His five tips for young creators:

think independently,

embrace creativity,

build community,

stay curious, and

master problem-solving.

The edge: Mental fitness keeps you ahead of AI.

5 Things Young People Must Do to Thrive in the AI Era

To Do or Not to Do AI, That Is the Question: 5 Things Young People Must Do to Thrive in the AI Era

www.educationnext.in/posts/5-things-young-people-must-do-to-thrive-in-the-ai-era

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