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Why Being a Great Leader Means Having Self-Awareness.

You may measure the effects of a great leader by how much profit they bring to a business, or you could measure it by how long they have held a senior executive position at a company. While these are milestones of how well a leader does their job, we believe that being called a great…

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Don’t Let Your Fear of Commitment Keep You From Planning.

Planning and vision framing isn’t a commitment- it’s a guide getting you from point A to point B, which can be adjusted as much or as little as you want. We get it, putting a plan in place can sound like a big task to anyone. Maybe you’re a single father, and you feel like…

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Is Your Intuition Moving You Forward or Holding You Back?

We’ve been trained to trust our gut, but is it the best way to make a wise decision? In the world we live in today, we are expected (and we expect others) to give quick responses. Quick responses leave less time for making accurate and wise decisions, and fosters the mindset of  “go with your…

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A Life Coach Isn’t a Mentor Or a Therapist, So What Do They Do?

Think of a life coach as someone who isn’t there to diagnose or change you, but partners with you in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires you to realign to accomplish your goals personally and professionally. Have you ever felt overwhelmed? Not sure what actions to take when looking for a new job? Do…

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Three Outside-the-Box Opportunities That Can Lead to Better Finances

Life sure has changed recently, hasn’t it? We’re all stretching wide to meet the new demands placed on how we work, parent and spend our free time. Every day is an exercise in flexibility and adaptability, much as it always was but to an even greater extent. You’ve probably also noticed family and friends managing…

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Will I Have Enough Money to Live On? Here’s How to Figure Out if Your Saving is On Track

The question ‘Will I have enough money to live on?” has one short, unsatisfying answer: It depends. But wait—before you decide no plan is a good plan, let’s consider the odds. Say Person A is single, 35 years old, has $100,000 in savings, saves $1000 from their paycheck and contributes monthly to a 401(k). They’re…

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How to Create a Budget that Doesn’t Make You Feel “Trapped”

Imagine watching your favorite sport. What would the experience be like if the game didn’t have any rules? No scoring system, no penalties, just make it up as you go. It’d be a free-for-all, right? Rules actually allow players and spectators the freedom to enjoy the game. It’s counterintuitive, but true. Rules = freedom.  Establishing…

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How to Stop Fighting About Money: A Couple’s Guide to Peaceful Financial Planning

The single biggest problem with communication is the illusion that it has taken place. – George Bernard Shaw Most of us try to avoid uncomfortable conversations. And if we find ourselves in the middle of one, we might skim over the topic instead of dive in deeper. For better or worse, healthy relationships depend on…

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5 Things You Should Start Doing Now to Plan for Retirement

Planning for retirement should make you feel empowered, but many people procrastinate because they’re afraid. They worry that starting to plan will raise more questions and create more stress and uncertainty about what they don’t know. We can move beyond this! By tackling the process strategically and keeping a positive attitude, it’s possible to accomplish…

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Why Financial Health Does Not Equal Lots of Money

What if someone told you, “You’re not an olympic athlete, so you’re not in good physical health.”   Even though you work out regularly, maintain a healthy diet, follow good sleep habits and feel great. That statement wouldn’t make any sense, right?  The same analogy applies to financial health. Having an enormous amount of money in…

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