This is how Americans spent money in 2012 (Bureau of Labor Statistics) Check out the attached link to see how the richest and poorest Americans spent by category. The results might surprise you. http://theatln.tc/181rGIZ
The Importance of Leaving a Good “Last” Impression “The characteristic of a great man is his power to leave a lasting impression on people he meets” – W. Churchill Ok, so we know first impressions are really important. And yes, of course we’ve all heard the saying, “you never get a second chance to make a good first impression.” But what about “last impressions?” They matter too, don’t they? After all, if we were preparing to go to an important meeting we wouldn’t just brush the front of our hair
Do You Have To Be First To Win? There’s an awful lot of talk in business about the importance of being the “first to market” when launching a new product or service. The conventional wisdom being that if a company is first to market with a breakthrough technology they’ll wind up with a competitive advantage. This in turn will allow them to enjoy large margins and a monopoly-like status. Well, that sure sounds like a win, doesn’t it? But here’s the thing. Have you ever noticed that in real life
“In a world of change, the learners shall inherit the earth, while the learned shall find themselves perfectly suited for a world that no longer exists.” -Eric Hoffer Keep learning!
“Joking Bad” – Late Night with Jimmy Fallon In this funny parody Fallon and Steve Higgins concoct jokes instead of meth, and Higgins never misses his chance to say “bitch.” Best giggle of the day. (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)
Very cool. And uplifting (all puns intended.) One World Trade Center Construction Time-Lapse, 2004-2013 (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)
“Being honest is what counts. Making the ordinary extraordinary. If something is real for one person you’ve touched their life. Real life does that.” – Ricky Gervais Liked this funny guy’s serious take on his creative process. Have a look- Ricky Gervais (whose new Netflix series, Derek, debuts September 12) shares a story about an early creative turning point that forever informed the way he writes and works. (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)
Eat here, get gas and worms. ..And they wonder why there isn’t a line out the door?
No standing. Only dancing. ..I’m adopting this as my mantra.
Angela Lee Duckworth, Pyschologist: The Key to Success? Grit Thought provoking TED talk on the importance of teaching our kids (and adults for that matter) non-cognitive skills like perseverance and grit, and their impact as a predictor of success. Angela Lee Duckworth is an Asst. Professor in Pyschology at the University of Pennsylvania. She studies how non-cognitive skills like grit might predict academic and professional success. Enjoy! -Jeanine (Source: http://embed.ted.com/)