Small Business Survival Kit Running a small business isn’t easy, even during the best of times. According to the United States Small Business Association: 30% of small businesses fail within two years 50% fail within five years Only 25% of businesses last 15 years or longer Any small business…
If you need to change your mood or emotional state in a hurry, you have options available to you. Your emotional state affects your attitude, focus, decisions, and your ability to act. The ability to manage your emotional state is a power skill that must be mastered if you want to be able to get the most out of each day…
There are two general attitudes you can hold: Pessimism and optimism. Pessimists have poorer long-term results than optimists. Optimists are healthier, happier, and more successful. If you’ve been accused of being pessimistic, rethink your perspective. Optimism is a more enjoyable way to live. Optimism has many advantages over pessimism: You’ll…
According to Alzheimer’s Association, 5.8 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, and that number is expected to reach 14 million by 2050 – an American develops the disease every 65 seconds. It is costing taxpayers $290 million per year with that cost is estimated to quadruple to over $1 trillion…
When most of us hear the word leadership, we usually think of political officials, CEOs, military commanders, or even athletes. While it’s true that you need good leadership skills to excel at these occupations, leadership is a valuable skill that everyone from any vocation or background can use for their…
Having a pet requires responsibility, but there are so many benefits associated with owning a pet that everyone should consider it. The right pet can add to your health, happiness, and sense of wellbeing. Pets can be entertaining and a great conversation starter, too. If you’re thinking about getting a…
