Often those of us with limited financial means, also feel like there's little we can do to impact change in the world.  And yes, in some ways we are limited by lack of funds, but don't confuse limited with powerless. Sharing information through conversation and social media can have an impact, but here are a few things to keep in mind to keep you ( Read more... )

I thought this article from The College Investor by Alexa Mason was worth sharing:

How to Start a Business While In CollegeIt contains some practical advice on starting a small scale business. Nothing grand but nicely summarized. I'm linking it mainly because the suggestions list is pretty realistic for the types of small businesses a college ( Read more... )

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Earlier this week I talked about how the job market is something that changes.  One of the things that's changing is the increasing importance of online communication for hiring and maintaining employment.

Wall Street Journal Article: No More Résumés, Say Some Firms

While the specific firm they're referring to has more valid interest in web presence ( Read more... )

This video is aimed specifically at Song Writers, but I think the advice is very good for everyone, particularly for any kind of freelancer.

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If I can dig my car out (yes I realize all the northerners are laughing at me right now but last night's snow is the most we've had in over a decade), I'm going to help my friend move today.  On the upside, she's just moving to another apartment in the same complex, downside is she has to be out by Monday, so we can't put this off until the snow ( Read more... )

Okay, Valentines Day is nearly 3 weeks off.  It's a holiday manufactured by the greeting card companies, and many of us have a love/hate relationship with it.  If you're seeing someone, it's a nice time to take them out for something special.  If you're not seeing someone, it's a big, fat reminder trimmed in lace and glitter.

Now the healthiest way ( Read more... )