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what is networking
Insights for the "Real World"

What is Networking and Why Should I Care?

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What is Networking? There are few words that instill as much fear and anxiety in me as NETWORKING. Agh, I hate networking and networking hates me. I am bad at it. I love meeting new people but I don’t enjoy the process that you have…

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improve your financial future
Financial Literacy

9 Simple Tips to Improve Your Financial Future in Your Teens and Early Twenties

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Most of us dream of one day living the high life.  For me this means no worrying about money, nice family vacations and the freedom to do as I please. If you have a vision of your future life and it requires some moola then…

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Creativity

University Killed my Creativity: And How to Reawaken Your Creative Mojo

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When was the last time you wrote a story just because? When was the last time you painted a picture or made up a dance? For me it’s been a long time. My theory…university killed my creativity. Hear me out… I was driving with a…

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is the cost of eating organic really worth it?
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Is the Cost of Eating Organic Really Worth it?

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Since my baby boy started eating solid foods I’ve wondered, is the cost of eating organic really worth it? In my quest to be a “good” parent I’ve been trying to feed my son exclusively organic food. When it comes to me and my husband,…

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what is the stock market and why should I care?
Financial Literacy

What is the Stock Market and Why Should I Care?

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My little brother told me that he “doesn’t believe in the stock market.” I was a bit confused by his comment, “Huh…you don’t believe it the stock market? What do you mean? It’s not like Santa Clause or the Moon landing. The stock market exists,…

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Mountain wedding for under $10000
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How to Throw a Mountain Wedding for Under $10,000

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For some girls their wedding is like the climax of their life…or, at least they hope it will be. They’ve dreamed of it since they were little girls, have dozens of wedding themed Pinterest boards and have planned every detail of their grand extravaganza. I’m…

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Creativity

You are Never too Young to Achieve Great Success

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  Until very recently I used my age as an excuse not to do things. Don’t apply for that job, you don’t have enough experience. Don’t ask that question, you’re the youngest one in the room, people will think you’re naive and stupid. Don’t start…

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