Story originally appeared on Influencive and was written by Matthew Turner – Richard Branson wakes up at 5am each morning, but instead of getting straight to work, he exercises, spends time with his family, and gets himself in the right frame of mind. “Over my 50 years in business I have learned that if I rise … Continue reading
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How “Revenge Bedtime Procrastination” Explains Modern Life
Story originally posted on Greatist and written by Daphne K. Lee – It’s 2 a.m. on a weekday and I’m either doomscrolling on Twitter or watching Netflix. My eyes can barely stay open, but they will soldier on. When it’s finally bedtime, I put on a podcast episode to inhale 5 more minutes of information before drifting … Continue reading
7 Mistakes People Make When Choosing a Financial Advisor
Story originally posted on Smart Asset – Choosing a financial advisor is a major life decision that can determine your financial trajectory for years to come. A 2020 Northwestern Mutual study found that 71% of U.S. adults admit their financial planning needs improvement. However, only 29% of Americans work with a financial advisor. The value … Continue reading
Here’s How Long You Actually Need to Break a Habit, According to Science
Story originally posted on Science Alert and written by Signe Dean – From daily tooth-brushing to the 11 am coffee, we all have dozens of habits that get us through our daily routine. Some are great – weekly gym visits are often encouraged – others not so much, like smoking a pack a day, or dialling … Continue reading
“How Should I Introduce You?” Ronnie Webb and Cam Poles
Ronnie Webb: President and Co- Founder of Green Scheme, Washington, D.C. (D.C.)native Ronnie Webb (aka Ron Green) stands on the forefront of educating disadvantaged communities on environmental stewardship and community revitalization. From developing and implementing USDA food system projects to consulting on behalf of businesses and organizations to adopt more sustainable methods, Mr. Webb has … Continue reading
“How Should I Introduce You?” Derek Mitchell and Shawn Williams
Derek Mitchell and Shawn Williams Derek Mitchell is a Hampton University graduate who is an executive at a minority owned financing firm. He structures leases and loans for energy projects, Technology equipment, and other essential projects for municipal governments. More importantly he is a father and husband who likes to absorb good energy and spread … Continue reading
Be Decisive Like Jeff Bezos and Other Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Day
Story provided by Inc. Story written by Alisa Cohn. Photo provided by Getty Images If you’re like most of the startup CEOs I coach, you probably spend a lot of time thinking about leveraging your time, and wishing you had more of it. There are only 168 hours in a week, but there are simple habits you can adopt to get the most out … Continue reading
How to Talk to Your Boss If You’re Struggling to Get Work Done During Coronavirus
Story provided by The Muse. Story written by Leah Campbell. Photo provided by Westend61/Getty Images If you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic, you’re not alone. At least, not according to the Pew Research Center, which found that 73% of Americans are feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge at least one to two days … Continue reading
5 Habits of Highly Unproductive People
Story provided by The Ladders. Story written by Thomas Oppung Habits make up who we are — they are either helping us achieve our long-term goals or making it difficult for us to do our best work. Highly effective and efficient people rely on better productive habits to get things done. They are proactive about … Continue reading
The Art of Tidying Up Your Digital Life
Reblogged from Dropbox; Story written by Mindy Honey – My Facebook posts echoed many of the articles hitting the Internet about people feeling happier and experiencing a stronger sense of well-being in their personal spaces. However, that magical lightness evaporated immediately when I moved from my Facebook tab to my inbox, a lawless land overrun with nearly … Continue reading