Category: Personal Finance
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Factors to Consider Before Changing Careers
Are you considering changing your career and taking your work life in a new direction? Changing a career is a significant decision, so before you quit your current job, it is helpful to think carefully about the kind of role you are hoping to get. There are so many different career choices available so weighing…
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Game-changing financial tips for small business owners
Running a small business is equal parts rewarding and risky. About 20% of small businesses fail in their first year, and about 50% fail within their first five years. While there are many reasons why small businesses fail, cash flow is number one on the list. Protecting your finances is pivotal for pushing your business…
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5 Secrets to Success In Your Small Business
Since my arrival in Canada, 22 years ago, I had a series of successes and failures. In this article, I will share 5 secrets to success in your business. We all have different characters, personalities, and risk tolerance. So keep that in mind. This is what worked for me at a particular season of my…
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You Win By Staying In The Game
During my first year as a podcaster, I felt like a failure. I imagined that I would have thousands of listeners, but instead, I only had 20. Was I a failure? I put things in perspective. At that time I was part of a Toastmasters club. I was learning how to become a public speaker.…
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From Photography To Financial Freedom: An Impossible Dream?
Imagine being able to take photos for ten years and then achieve financial freedom. It sounds impossible, right? Well, it’s not as crazy as it might seem. It turns out that there is a surprisingly large population of professional photographers who are making a killing just by taking snaps and then selling them to the…
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Getting Your Foot On The Property Ladder
Affording your first property is a big step, and being able to get your foot on the property ladder is always a mark of success you can feel proud of. After all, it’s very hard for young adults to manage that these days! And from time to time, you may think that it’s never going…