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A New Boom Since the Baby Boomers
Have you noticed the influx of small businesses? There is a surge in entrepreneurship and small businesses, creating opportunities from people of all ages. Components that have contributed to this surge includes the internet’s innovation. It is now easier for entrepreneurs to start small from the comfort of their home. There are still costs involved, however, the investments needed years ago have decreased as technology has increased.
By Elana Alexcina9 years ago in Journal
Stop It!
Last year about this time I got all caught up in watching Gary Vee, Simon Sinek, and every Ted Talk I could find about self-improvement. I went "hustle" mode on creating content, a Youtube channel, and jumping on every new app promising community and followers. Per Gary Vee's advice, I went all in on Snapchat and Anchor, shunning work and family responsibilities so I could record every ridiculous thought and action in an otherwise mundane existence.
By Carlos Wilson9 years ago in Journal
How To Keep Your Confidential Job Search, Confidential
Looking for a new job? What would happen if your current employer found out? Some might bend over backward to keep you, but others might see you as a threat, a disruptive influence in the workplace, or might believe that you’re not putting in 100%. While it’s fair to say that the decision to further your career will have some impact on how you view your current role unless you behave unprofessionally it shouldn’t affect your performance and working relationships.
By Jordan Catto9 years ago in Journal
The Great Craft Debate
In the last post, I mentioned how much I love writing spells and ceremonies and rituals. I've always loved wordsmithery. However, present me with a selection of physical materials and ask me to produce something even vaguely serviceable and I'm afraid you're going to be left thoroughly disappointed (or at least highly amused - my high school tech and home economics teachers always were!) It's created a bit of a predicament for me over the years, particularly when met with the muted horror from certain corners at the proposition that you bought something you could have just made for yourself. Or, more to the point, should have made for yourself.
By Claire Proctor9 years ago in Journal
Should You Accept A Counter Offer?
Having set your course on moving on, suddenly a new proposition is on the table. What do you do? Having accepted a new position at a different firm, you’ll need to sit down with your current supervisor and break the news that you are leaving. Often you will be greeted with congratulations and well wishes, or maybe you will face resentment and anger from a toxic boss. But there is a third, less common possibility: your superiors might offer you a counter offer.
By Jordan Catto9 years ago in Journal
Web Design Skills That Enhance User Conversion and Engagement
Web Design Skills That enhance User Conversion and Engagement How does UX expertise view conversion optimization? Conversion Optimization can be defined as discovering the appropriate combination of value proposition, call to price and action point to persuade a customer to ensure an inner level of involvement with your service or product.
By Bestprofessor169 years ago in Journal
Break the Poverty Curse Cycle
Are you comfortable with your current circumstances? I asked this of one individual who I shall not name, as the smell of urine and smoke filled my lungs. The individual did not respond. I suppose they had a hard time responding with four kids and police sirens screaming in their ears. Personally, I do not judge individuals for how they live. I have no right to judge anyone because I do not know the adversities that have hindered them from achieving better circumstances. Besides, it’s not like I’m in a better situation myself. But, what I will do is ask you a couple of questions to make you think about the choices you have made and how you have chosen to co-exist with those choices. If it’s one thing I hate, it is to see someone judging someone else. Especially my people. My black people. You see, my people love to judge each other. Whether it’s the shoes on their feet, the hair, or the person they choose to be intimate with. It’s all a competition to my people. A competition that was started by our oppressor. Instead of judging someone, why don’t you try to help them. Show them how certain patterns can lead to certain outcomes. With this method of communication, I only can hope to give them the tools they need to overcome their adversities.
By Ashely Moore9 years ago in Journal
Default and Working Modes
Breaks are often considered unproductive time by employers and teachers alike. According to a number of published studies, taking some downtime after a study session or a work project has a positive effect on efficiency. The brain is never entirely inactive, and what it does at rest is just as important as the studies or work being done.
By Casey Parker9 years ago in Journal
Ways to Impress Your Boss
There's something to be said about making sure your boss is pleased with your work. It can, in many circumstances, help you keep your job in times of financial turmoil. It also can help you get better jobs later on, or help you get a raise. Simply put, getting on your boss's good side is a wise way to pave your path to success.
By Mackenzie Z. Kennedy9 years ago in Journal
Time to Own Shit
I told y'all why racist systems are still prevalent in this country and every country. And I laid out for y'all why you (black people...the African diaspora) should gain economic and political currency in this country. Be patient, BE HUMBLE, be smart, don't quit, and it'll work.
By Dre Joseph9 years ago in Journal
Social Workin' Wonder Woman
Have you seen her in action yet? The new Wonder Woman film is a thrill for so many reasons, especially to social scientists like myself. We study the things people do, say, and feel so that we can get a handle on how fast society is approaching "hell in a handbasket" status. Watching Wonder Woman was most amazing because of her innate, undeniable, burning sense of empathy for the less fortunate. Social workers rejoice-- Wonder Woman just made your case for why helping professionals need help: salary increases, self-care assistance, and professional autonomy. Now.
By Rochelle Jamille9 years ago in Journal
