January 27, 2009 by Joe Lawrence
In every dispute there are at least two sides. Neither side is completely without fault. There is some, even if very little, validity to the other’s points. Even if I am the best debater in the world, I never could change your every belief. What I can do is allow you to agree with me on my major points. Then the rest will follow when you are ready.
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January 20, 2009 by Rosanne Lorraine
How does he do it? Warren Buffett, one of the richest men in the world, seems to have the Midas touch when it comes to investing. But his style is really no secret at all. In 1965, he invested $10,000 in Berkshire Hathaway, and by the year 2005, his investments were worth nearly $30 million. In contrast, investing in Standard & Poor’s 500 would have yielded him around $500,000 for the same amount in investments. The sustained compound returns on his investments have made him a legend.
Warren Buffett’s investment strategy is founded on value investing. Value investors seek securities with...
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by Michele
The
Doubly Good December Contest has ended after an extension due to a tie for the most commented article. Without further ado, prizes were awarded to:
Gumer Liston for most commented article
Sharyn Essman of FeeFiFoto Blog for randomly chosen comment on
Congratulations to...
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January 13, 2009 by Joe Lawrence
It is official. Our unemployment rate has just risen to 7.2%. 524,000 jobs were cut in December alone. The jobless rate is the highest it has been in sixteen years. It seems as if everyone is getting laid off, and few are safe. How can we overcome this and find a job?
Don't panic. I know this is easier said then done, but just sit on your hands for a minute and think through your actions rationally. Don't sell all of your belongings or organs just yet. We normally have that "flinch" reaction when something bad happens. Most of the time...
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January 7, 2009 by Joe Lawrence
Have you ever had someone get promoted ahead of you? Did they deserve it more? Good for those who earned it. If not, why did they coast past you? How can you stop this from happening again? Or are you seeking a job and keep getting turned away?
The sad reality is most people get promotions or jobs based on whom they know. Everyday there are many people who stumble upon a sales lead or new business partner. I actually have a friend who was offered to buy a very profitable business for a steal because he was in the right place...
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