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Time passes all too quickly when you’re busy and overwhelmed. So, make the most of every moment by staying inspired, motivated and joyful for the new month. The first day of each month is a new beginning, a chance to set new goals and objectives. It’s a time to reflect on and envision your dreams, and even create new ones.  It’s conventional to see the new year as the time to set new goals and intentions , but don’t overlook the dawning of a new month. The next time you flip the page on your wall calendar, remember to be courageous and bold. Now is the time to start believing in yourself and the successes you can achieve.  Get the best possible start with this list of 60 new month quotes to get you in gear for making the most of the next 30 days. Happy New Month Quotes And Wishes It’s a new month; let’s make it a joyful one! Did the last four weeks leave you exhausted and somber? Read these happy new month wishes and quotes. They’re perfect for creating a positive mindset ...

I’ve been working for most of my life. I got my first official job at age 15, cleaning churches on a janitorial crew. I remember how good it felt to get a paycheck after working hard. I went to the bank with my mother to cash the check and had a mini shopping spree at Toys “R” Us. As I grew older, life took an unexpected turn when, at 17, I ended up homeless in a shelter. I dropped out of high school, got three fast-food jobs and focused on survival. Work was my lifeline at that stage—my escape from reality and the only way to create a better life.  I eventually left the homeless shelter and got my apartment. At one of the jobs, I met the woman who would become my wife, and we got married the day after I turned 18. My work history continued with jobs in retail and getting my CDL at 18. With each new job, my salary was higher, and I felt more accomplished. It felt good to support my wife and my first child at age 19.  Whenever I met someone new, they’d ask, “What do you do...

Eventbrite’s new redesigned app boasts a modern look, making event discovery and social planning easier than ever. With this update and a fresh brand identity, the company is doubling down on creating unforgettable social experiences and reaching the Gen Z market where it thrives.  Eventbrite eyes a comeback with new features and Gen Z focus Eventbrite has quite a point to prove right now. After reporting a net loss of $15.6 million in its 2024 annual earnings and continued sales declines, the company is working to turn things around with a refreshed image aimed at attracting a younger, event-focused audience . Eventbrite made the challenging decision to lay off 11% of its staff last year and has since focused on a major rebuilding initiative in recent months. With the season of renewal approaching, the company is now unveiling a suite of new features designed to breathe new life into its service.  First off, Eventbrite has rolled out the “discover” tab, offering users ...

Tax season is upon us, and we all want to find ways to reduce our tax liability. This is especially true if you own a small or mid-sized company where every dollar really counts. Read on for expert tips and tricks that can help your business take advantage of every possible tax benefit .  1. Consider changing your entity status There are a lot of options for how your company files its tax return, and it may impact the amount of tax you pay. One common entity formation is the single-member LLC, says Daniel Kochka, CPA and managing principal at Integrated Accounting Solutions, LLC. “It’s easy to set up, it’s cost-effective, and it separates your business from your personal life.” Filing as a single-member LLC, unlike filing as a sole proprietor, means your personal assets may be protected from business debts and lawsuits. Additionally, by setting up a business EIN (employer identification number), you don’t have to share your Social Security number each time you onboard as a new cl...

Sometimes you have to look back to go forward, learning from others’ experiences and soaking up their knowledge as you go. Luckily, the decades that came before us gave rise to some of the greatest minds in history—and judging from all their accomplishments, they knew a thing or two about success. Success isn’t limited to one specific era, and there are plenty of opportunities to be inspired by the wisdom of these great minds’ great quotes. After all, we can all live victorious lives, finding our passions and discovering what success means to us. Get inspired by these 40 famous success quotes from great minds. Their powerful words might be just what you need to get started on your own journey of growth and success. Take the insight of some of the brightest minds of all time and make it your own. Quotes About Success From The World’s Greatest Minds Great minds have used their knowledge to achieve goals and break barriers to succeed in life. Find inspiration in these quotes about ...

Every summer our family of five likes to travel . Last year, we wanted to venture to Paris but between the high cost of airfare and the Summer Olympics, it just wasn’t feasible. Instead, we opted to go to the Caribbean Island of St. Martin on a direct flight from Boston Logan International Airport.  This unique island comprises two countries with open borders, so there are no checkpoints when crossing over into each one. Saint-Martin is an overseas collectivity of France while Sint Maarten is a constituent country of the kingdom of the Netherlands. No matter which side of the island you’re on, you feel like you are in Europe with a Caribbean twist. Tourism to the island has been growing for a number of years in part due to the Dutch-French duality experience, according to travel advice site TravelAge West . A St. Martin newspaper reported that the island saw a 7% growth in cruise tourism at the start of 2024. We stayed at the new JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort and Spa f...

If there’s one timeless principle of success that’s as cliché as it is true, it’s the age-old concept of discipline.  Parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, movie stars, wrestlers—basically, anyone who has lived enough under the sun—all have something to say about the benefits of discipline and its role in personal growth, productivity and success. Needless to say, all of them are right. For some, discipline is the key to everything they want . For others, it’s what keeps them going forward amid challenges. However, everyone agrees that it’s difficult .  Discipline requires resisting impulses, stopping procrastinating, eliminating distractions and focusing on what really matters. None of this is easy unless you have a well-thought-out plan. This is where setting clear, actionable goals becomes important. Read on to learn how to set discipline goals and build self-discipline.  The Power Of Self-Discipline Self-discipline offers many great benefits for work, person...

Retirement is the goal, and finding the funds to make that happen is key. But how do you calculate the amount you’ll need for 20 or 30 years of retirement? What can you do to increase your savings right now? And what else do you need to consider when you first begin thinking about retirement ?  Keep reading for tips and tricks that you can use now—and in the future—to secure your own retirement plans . Pinpoint your current situation The first step is to figure out your current income, savings, and debt—or more simply, your overall assets minus your liabilities. Getting a good handle on your current situation will help you know exactly where you stand. Then, you can figure out how much more income you’ll need to generate to meet your savings goal.  Don’t forget to include anticipated income sources like social security or pension income. These can add quite a bit to your retirement savings. A simple calculation According to Andrew Crowell, vice chairman of wealth manage...

As U.S. retail companies implement widespread layoffs to reduce expenses, major players such as Starbucks , Kohl’s and Forever 21 are following suit. The rising instability in consumer-sector employment raises pressing questions about long-term labor market trends and the strategies workers must adopt to remain resilient.  Layoff wave hits Kohl’s, Forever 21, Chevron and others Retail companies often lay off staff as a strategy to reduce costs and boost profitability. This typically occurs when businesses face rising operational expenses or declining sales, prompting them to streamline and downsize operations. In other cases, layoffs may be part of a strategic shift, where companies focus on a core area with long-term growth potential. While businesses routinely restructure, such moves can often indicate trouble. Kohl’s was one of the first major retailers this year to announce significant layoffs and store closures , cutting 10% of its corporate workforce and planning to shut ...

In my old neighborhood, one, two or even three Ring notifications came through each day, exclaiming, “There’s a fox on Gerba Drive!” The frantic messages were from a homeowner who had moved from an urban area into a newly developed subdivision in the “country.” I’ll admit that I, too, adopted a sense of anxiety about wildlife when we moved from town to an 11-acre property in Saratoga, New York. Shortly after moving in, we learned that our property was part of a coyote highway. I worried (or, more accurately, lost sleep) over whether they’d harm my horses—and I wasn’t new to the country. I was a farm kid. “Wildlife has been on the landscape for millions of years, and finding ways to coexist is important to recogniz[ing] their intrinsic value as animals and their benefit to people,” says J.P. Rose, the urban wildlands policy director and senior attorney for the Center for Biological Diversity , based in Tucson, Arizona. “Predators—specifically coyotes, mountain lions and bobcats—play ...