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Musings on the Paradox of a College Education: Why Today Less May be More
Now that most colleges have sent out their acceptance and rejection letters, and prospective students are busy deciding where to go, I can’t help but wonder how many students these…
Should You Get an Online Degree? 5 Valuable Online College Programs
Though people choose to take online courses for a variety of reasons, the convenience and cost-savings these programs offer are second to none. Online degree programs may be particularly attractive…
A Compass in Turbulent Times: Staying Healthy & Productive When Difficulty Strikes
Life comes with its ups and downs. But what do you do when the downs keep heading towards you in unmanageable waves? It’s not just a matter of sink or swim. How…
Sink or Swim?: It Depends on When You Pick Your Head Out of the Water
As important as it is to ask questions, do your research, and learn from mistakes, often success in business (and in life) depends on striking a balance between the times…
Why Most “Do You Have What It Takes To Be An Entrepreneur” Articles Are a Waste of Time
Go to most business-related sites and chances are you’ll find a post or two about the qualities of a successful entrepreneur; you may even find a test to take. But…
Are You Passionate About Your Business? The Challenge of Running Your Own Company
Underlying all the factors that can determine the success or failure of your business, there is passion. If you find yourself missing this key ingredient, then running your business can…
Perceptions, Biases, & Stereotypes: Accepting Differences in Thinking in Business & Life
Whether or not we like to admit it, we all view the world through the lens of our personal biases and stereotypes. It’s an unavoidable fact of human nature. If…
A Lesson from the Devastation in Japan: In Life and Business There Are No Guarantees
The cataclysmic destruction in Japan should serve as a reminder: as much as we think we are in control, we’re not. In an instant, life can throw us a strong,…
Feeling Frazzled? 10 Tips to Avoid Burnout While Managing Multiple Income Streams
The changing realities of the working world are pushing people to become multiple income stream managers. While many are finding ways to adapt, countless others are struggling to keep up…
In the Race to Build Up Your Business Don’t Forget to Look Back!
Many small business owners may realize the importance of setting business goals and of having an overall plan for their professional development. But in the race to develop, adapt, and…
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