April 2020

3 Surefire Ways to Get Ahead at Work and Career

Looking to get ahead at work and in your career? Then try this. At work, think of yourself like a CIA agent. Gather intelligence wherever and whenever you can, and get inside the mind of your boss. I’m not talking about feeding the gossip machine that most workplaces are. But gathering as much information as you can about what your boss is thinking and working on can only make you a better employee, and help you on the job. Here are a few sneaky ways you can pick up that intel, get ahead at work, and beat your peers in the rat race. Learn to Read Upside Down What’s on your boss’ desk? What is he or she working on … Read more

Your College Diploma Is Like a Share of Stock

by Hank Coleman

Once you and your college friends have graduated, you may believe you can stop thinking much about what happens on campus at your alma mater. But you have a vested interest in your college’s well-being, even after you have your diploma. It’s like a share of stock. Think about what your school and its ongoing reputation say about you. What if your college or university fell apart after you graduated? Would that make your diploma worth less in value? Would it hurt your career prospects? That very scenario happened to a friend of mine. His college almost lost its accreditation. The consequences of such an institutional failure can be disastrous for an alumnus, especially if you’re depending on your degree … Read more

How Key Person Insurance Can Save a Small Business

by Guest Contributor

These days, there’s insurance for everything. You can get insurance on your house, your apartment, your car, and virtually everything else imaginable that has value. This is more or less common knowledge. What some people may not realize is that insurance isn’t just for individuals. Indeed, small businesses can also benefit greatly from the right insurance coverage. Today, we’ll take a look at one of the most essential forms of business insurance, namely, key person insurance. It’s no exaggeration to say that key person coverage can legitimately save a small business from going under in some situations. Learn more about it here: What Is Key Person Insurance? Key person insurance (also known as key man insurance) is a life insurance … Read more

Paving a Career in Musical Theatre to Help You Get Ahead in Your Career

by Collaborative Poster

Musical theatre is something that is generating a lot more attention as of late. It seems that more and more people are embracing this form of entertainment. However, is this something you wish to embrace as a career? If so, this post is just for you. Read on to discover all you need to know about the world of musical theatre and the courses that are available. What is musical theatre? First and foremost, let’s begin by determining what musical theatre actually is. This is a type of theatre that combines acting, with songs, with spoken dialect, and with dance. Thus, it is essentially the full package. What are the advantages of taking a musical theatre course? There are lots … Read more

How Sunk Costs Keep You Stuck in Bad Investments

by Hank Coleman

Last fall, I had tickets to an NFL game. It was freezing that day, and all my friends backed out. But I didn’t want to waste the $70 I’d spent on the ticket. So I went to the game and was absolutely miserable. I hate to admit it, but my friends were right. I didn’t even have much vested interest in the teams playing. Nor did I have a good time at the game; I would’ve been much better off just watching it from the comfort of my couch. But I was obsessed with not having wasted the money I spent on the ticket. In hindsight, I know I should have recognized that it was a sunk cost, chalked up … Read more

5 Reasons Why It’s Worth Spending Up for an Expensive Mattress

by Guest Contributor

If you’re willing to spend a little extra money on a car for safety purposes, or a mobile device that provides a better user experience, try implementing that same logic when you’re buying a new mattress. An expensive mattress is a personal investment and may be the difference between 7 hours of rejuvenating sleep or 7 hours of tireless tossing and turning. Sleep plays an essential role in maintaining both our mental and physical health and how we function during our day-to-day. You might be surprised to learn how much of a positive impact a high-quality mattress can make on your sleep. Poor mattresses, especially older ones, are one of the major culprits of back pain, aching joints, insomnia, and … Read more