In this previous post, I discussed some of the basic things to think about before starting your own business. In this post, we’ll talk a little more about some of the keys to entrepreneurial success. I originally wrote this in 2012, and it’s about time for an update—so here is the 2017 version. Focus If […]
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Embers of Destruction Completes the Mysteries of Cove Trilogy
Summary In the third and final volume of the bestselling Mysteries of Cove series, Trenton and Kallista–along with their friends, Plucky, Simoni, Angus, and Clyde–fly their mechanical dragons south toward San Francisco, looking to rescue any survivors from the battle of Seattle. Arriving in San Francisco and investigating the area in secret, the young riders are reunited with Kallista’s […]
Eight Things Productive People Do to Be More Successful
Do you want more success in your life? Do you want to get more done without sacrificing any more of your free time or overwhelming your schedule? Successful people are productive people, and here are eight things productive people do to increase their success. 1. Prioritize Your To-Do List Not everything on your list […]
Harriet Beecher Stowe is “All That Makes Life Bright” — Book Review
All That Makes Life Bright Summary: When Harriet Beecher marries Calvin Stowe on January 6, 1836, she is sure her future will be filled with romance, eventually a family, and continued opportunities to develop as a writer. Her husband Calvin is completely supportive and has told her she must be a literary woman. Harriet’s sister, […]
How to Save Time & Money While Giving Employees Benefits They Want
This post is sponsored by UnitedHealthcare. However, all words and opinions are my own. Employee benefits are an essential part of nearly every small business. In today’s competitive job market, offering quality employee benefits, especially health benefits can be a big factor in attracting and retaining qualified employees. But how do you know which are […]
It’s Time to Stop Hiding Your Talents and Embrace Your Gifts
As a child, I was a failure. I wasn’t good at anything. I was fired by my piano teacher after two torturous years of lessons. In fact, I wasn’t just fired; she told my mother I shouldn’t be allowed at the piano because I was too uncoordinated to play. I loved the piano and I […]