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Life is Literally a Business
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The Inheritance of Rebellion
My blog posts typically offer tricks and tips for young adults on how to live your best life now through retirement by focusing on the...
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Life is Literally a Business
Jan 83 min read
Goin’ Off Trak - Spending Holiday Seasons Alone
Most years, I celebrate the Christmas holiday season by myself for three reasons. Most years, I celebrate the Christmas holiday season by...
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Life is Literally a Business
Dec 11, 20243 min read
Life After Early Retirement
Laid off in 2011, I quickly became disillusioned with living among those searching for employment. I feared I would start screaming if I...
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Life is Literally a Business
Nov 13, 20242 min read
Goals, Goals and More Goals
OK, like it or not, a final check on your 2024 goals is in order. First off, did you set any? Were they in your head or did you commit...
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Life is Literally a Business
Oct 9, 20244 min read
To Debit Or To Credit? That Is The Question
This is by far the longest article I’ve posted, but I think it’s well worth reading. Recently, I’ve noticed increased attention to the...
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Life is Literally a Business
Sep 25, 20243 min read
My Writer’s Journey – My First Writing Retreat
OK, so I’ve now broken a cardinal rule for success  – consistency. Since starting this blog, I’ve consistently posted articles on the...
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Life is Literally a Business
Aug 14, 20243 min read
Business Networking 201
Why 201 and not 101? Because I’ve addressed this topic in these earlier posts. 6 Highly Successful Networking Tips Oh No! I Have To...
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Life is Literally a Business
Jul 10, 20242 min read
Goin’ Off Trak - Appreciating Month-long Birthday Celebration
This short, but heartfelt post addresses a topic I’ve thought a lot about this year. Do you know folks who believe in celebrating their...
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Life is Literally a Business
Jun 17, 20243 min read
Here’s How To Successfully Grow Your Small Business
The sagest advice that comes to mind when I think about growing a small business is a statement Albert C Hurston, CPA made when Pamela...
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Life is Literally a Business
May 8, 20243 min read
An Emergency Fund Is Crucial to Creating Financial Wealth
Many people find major unexpected car, home or health related expenses a serious blow to their already tight budget. The best way to...
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Life is Literally a Business
Apr 14, 20243 min read
HELP! Is It Time For A Business Partner?
NOTE: For some reason, several of my readers did not receive this article because of some kind of Internet snafu. So, I’m posting it...
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Life is Literally a Business
Mar 13, 20245 min read
Goin’ Off Trak: Celebrating Women’s History Month
Congress established National Women’s History Month in 1980 to recognize and honor the achievements of women. Observance initially began...
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Life is Literally a Business
Feb 10, 20243 min read
Black History Month Observations: What The What?
Though a Jersey Girl at heart, I currently live in Florida, and I’m saddened by the craziness that’s happening here. Normally, I try not...
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Life is Literally a Business
Jan 10, 20243 min read
A Fresh Approach to Goal-Setting
Over the past few years, I’ve helped facilitate vision board parties. This is always a fun time for me because I staunchly believe in...
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Life is Literally a Business
Dec 13, 20233 min read
My Writer’s Journey – How Interchangeable Skills Contribute
As I forge my way toward becoming an established author, I’ve discovered having mastered a skill often enhances your ability to learn...
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Life is Literally a Business
Nov 8, 20233 min read
Goin’ Off Trak - Boomers vs. Millennials Myths
Lately, I've questioned why the media seems to promote a war between Millennials and Baby Boomers. In fact, my Millennial mentee (or...
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Life is Literally a Business
Oct 11, 20232 min read
My Writer’s Journey – Writing Works For Me
I’ve always been an avid reader and writer. Back in the days of letter grades only, I don’t recall getting less than an A-minus in my...
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Life is Literally a Business
Sep 13, 20233 min read
Entrepreneurship At Its Best
A major strength of your business is its ability to provide a needed product or service that is different from similar businesses. So,...
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Life is Literally a Business
Aug 9, 20233 min read
Good Debt vs. Bad Debt
I’ll never forget the words of civil rights advocate, John Lewis. In June 2018, he tweeted, "Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a...
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Life is Literally a Business
Jul 13, 20233 min read
Financing Your Business On A Shoestring
By Brenda Weathers Hargroves I once began a business with $12,000 outstanding debt in addition to my start-up expenses. An arrangement...
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