Author: Alain Guillot
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Beyond the Dumpster: Smarter Ways to Handle Bulky Business Waste
in BusinessMost businesses don’t really think about waste—until it’s everywhere. That broken chair in the corner? The old printer collecting dust? The stacks of outdated office furniture crammed into storage? They just sit there, sometimes for years, because no one’s sure what to do with them. Then, when the clutter gets out of control, the usual…
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Should the U.S. Eliminate the Department of Education?
in PoliticsThe Department of Education (DOE) was created in 1979 under President Jimmy Carter with the goal of enforcing civil rights laws and improving education quality. However, critics argue that despite its massive $80 billion budget, student performance has declined, and American students consistently rank below many other industrialized nations in math, science, and reading. Trump’s…
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Should You Add An Extra Bedroom To Your Home?
in Real EstateAdding an extra bedroom to your property could have major benefits from boosting its value to providing an extra room for guests. This post explores some of these benefits, as well as comparing some of the different ways to create this additional space. Why add an extra bedroom? Support a growing family If your family…
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Considering Going Back to School? Here’s What You Need to Know
For many of us, going back to school as an adult is an attractive choice to make. When you want to further your education, going back to college to get your graduate degree, PhD, or even getting professional qualification can sound like a great idea. But how do you know if you’re making the right…
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A Simple Formula for a Fulfilling Life: Independence and Purpose
Understanding Purpose and Independence in Personal Finance Purpose varies for everyone—family, community, religion, work, or personal passion. However, independence is more universal. The desire to be independent, the obstacles preventing it, and the self-sabotaging behaviors that hinder it are common threads across cultures and generations. Take my neighbor, Rosa (a pseudonym). She confided in me…
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The Psychology of Wealth: Why Your Mindset Matters More Than Money
Wealth isn’t just about digits stacked in a bank account or a closet full of things you don’t even wear. It’s about how you feel when you check your balance. Calm or panicked? Empowered or ashamed? Money may be math on the surface, but underneath, it’s all emotion. There’s something quietly powerful about the stories…