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Retirement Is A New Beginning
The difference between thinking about retirement vs. what it actually looks like when the time comes can be startling. I recently had...
Life is Literally a Business
May 143 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...
Life is Literally a Business
Dec 13, 20233 min read


Inside-The-Box Business Tips
By Brenda Weathers Hargroves I think my head will explode if I hear the expression ‘Think Outside The Box’ one more time. Below are five...
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Jun 9, 20212 min read


The Road To Retirement Part III – Live A Rich Retirement Life
By Brenda W Hargroves OK, I admit it – I’m retired. So, this article does not focus on saving for retirement tips (see my previous...
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May 26, 20213 min read


The Road To Retirement Part II – Retirement Tools and Tips
By Brenda W Hargroves Let me start off with a confession – I am not a professional financial advisor. What you are about to read is...
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May 12, 20213 min read


The Road To Retirement Part I – Savvy Financial Planning
By Brenda W Hargroves The Road to Retirement three-part series discusses developing a financial plan that allows you to enjoy your life...
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Apr 28, 20213 min read


Entrepreneurship Is Not For The Faint Of Heart
By Brenda Weathers Hargroves My “ Seven Characteristics Of A True Entrepreneur ” post asked readers to list other traits. The responses included: dedicated, detail-oriented, innovative, mindful, bold, risk-taker, personable, disciplined and focused. These characteristics, as well as the ones I talked about in the article, are general. Let’s take a minute to discuss how circumstances can cause people to question their belief in their business. The examples below illustrate how
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Apr 14, 20212 min read


The Never-Ending Chore of Organizing and Prioritizing Your Goals
By Brenda W Hargroves When I think about all the different jobs my father held to support his family, I realize I am so his child. And...
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Mar 3, 20213 min read


GOIN’ OFF TRAK – Social Media Simplified
By Brenda W Hargroves OK, time to switch gears. Why? Because a light bulb has gone off. I’ve learned something new I need to share with...
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Feb 3, 20213 min read


Goal Setting Blues
By Brenda W Hargroves Ah January! The inevitable month for goalsetting. Of goal-setting? To goal set? To set goals? Whatever. I’m sure...
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Jan 20, 20212 min read


What Is ‘The Right Life’ For You? Part II - Retirement Tools and Tips
By Brenda W Hargroves My prior post – “What Is ‘The Right Life; For You? Part I”– concentrated on financial considerations. Today I would...
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Jan 6, 20213 min read


What Is ‘The Right Life’ For You? Part I - Savvy Financial Planning
By Brenda W Hargroves Joe Hodowanes, Tampa-based career strategy adviser, defines ‘ the right life’ as “a life where you feel more like...
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Dec 16, 20203 min read


Three Important Thoughts To Consider When Starting A Business
By Brenda Weathers Hargroves Three important criteria must be flushed out before determining what type of business to start. Consider...
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Dec 9, 20203 min read


Just Wait For It – A Change Is Gonna Come
By Brenda Weathers Hargroves I’m always amazed when reminded of how things drastically change with time. When I moved to Florida several...
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Nov 11, 20202 min read
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