No one is a stranger to financial challenges and problems. They tend to happen with people in different degrees and at separate points in time for that matter. We can unanimously agree that we need money to achieve many of our goals but also for financial independence at the same time. When we refer to financial independence, it means that a person reaches a phase in life where money can work for … [Read more...]
Six Tips for Financing Investment Property
May 10, 2020 by
Investing in rental properties can be both profitable and worthwhile when done right. In today’s market, a rental property can provide a consistent cash flow now and serve as a valuable long-term investment down the road. However, deciding to take the leap and buy a rental property is just the beginning. Novice real estate investors may be surprised to learn that many mortgage programs they are … [Read more...]
Wrestling the Alligator…and Winning
April 12, 2020 by
(Erica’s note: I’m back and committed to blogging for 2017!) I recently started a new diet–low-carb, or ketogenic. (I’m more “low carb” than ketogenic right now, the difference being that I try to keep myself under 50-60g net carbs per day, whereas ketogenic takes it to an even larger extreme. I started the diet after gaining 25 pounds having my daughter, … [Read more...]
“Hustle Porn” Is Making Us Sad and Suicidal
April 5, 2020 by
Kevin O’Leary of “Shark Tank” recently told CNBC’s “Make It”: “If I have to give one piece of advice to someone who’s thinking about starting a business, I tell them this: Forget about balance. You’re going to work 25 hours a day, seven days a week, forever. That’s what it takes to be successful.” Excuse me while my eyes roll all … [Read more...]
Covid-19 and Your Business: Here’s What You Haven’t Thought About
March 15, 2020 by
John and I have been busy running a chain of cell phone repair shops for the last 5+ years. During that time, we’ve developed relationships with companies and people in China who supply us with many of our parts and accessories for our stores. Coming out of Chinese New Year, it was clear from every message we were getting from China that things weren’t normal over there. Factories … [Read more...]
Global Control And Censorship. A quick tour of the RIXC festival exhibition
October 7, 2018 by
After last week’s Notes from the RIXC Open Fields conference, it’s time to have a quick look at the accompanying exhibition of this year’s edition of the RIXC Art Science Festival. The theme of the exhibition, curated by Lívia Nolasco-Rózsás and Bernhard Serexhe, is encapsulated in its title: Global Control And Censorship. Ruben Pater, Drone Survival Guide, 2013. Photo: RIXC The … [Read more...]
The free internet makes us the product — we need to stop it
October 7, 2018 by
The bad headlines continue to stack up for Facebook this year: from the Cambridge Analytica scandal, to the New York Times report that Facebook gave Apple, Samsung, and other mobile device makers access to its users personal data without permission, to the revelation that the firm routinely gives user information and preferences to several Chinese telecommunications firms, to last week’s security … [Read more...]
New Year, New Business
October 7, 2018 by
You may have wondered why I haven’t blogged in so long–until this week! The answer is pretty simple: 1Up Repairs exceeded all our expectations in terms of revenue and growth, and between that and learning how to be Mackenzie’s mom, I didn’t have time to really type out a blog post. We were running full-speed ahead just trying to keep up with unprecedented growth. To give … [Read more...]
QuickBooks Webinar to Cover Key Features of the Software for Managing Small Businesses
October 7, 2018 by
Do you want to keep track of the cost of jobs for your business more efficiently? QuickBooks expert Scott Gregory is going hold a webinar so you can learn how to use jobs and job costing in QuickBooks Pro/Premier or Enterprise. The webinar will be held on Nov. 6, 2018 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM (EST). Gregory will be covering a range of topics which will conclude with a Q&A. Gregory will bring … [Read more...]
Gloom (and doom)
October 7, 2018 by
Doom is inevitable. Gloom is optional. Gloom has no positive effects on ameliorating doom. Doom happens. Gloom is a choice. ; ; ; ; ; ; Article by Seth Godin's Blog on marketing, tribes and respect. Read entire story here. … [Read more...]
Just Because You Can Do It Yourself…
October 7, 2018 by
If you want your car to last as long as possible and run at its best, you should be investing in regular maintenance. At certain mileage milestones, you can expect to replace certain parts. But while you may take it in to a certified mechanic for a coolant flush or to replace your brakes, it might be an unnecessary waste of money to pay for someone to change your wiper blades. That’s simple … [Read more...]
Global control, macho technology and the Krampus. Notes from the RIXC Open Fields conference
September 30, 2018 by
The RIXC Open Fields conference took place a couple of weeks ago in Riga, Latvia. Like each year, the event spurred conversations addressing the current and upcoming challenges of a society that is increasingly shaped by technology and science. This year’s edition specifically looked at ubiquitous surveillance and data privacy. One of Dan Perjovschi’s drawings which is part of the … [Read more...]
AR’s success depends on perfecting input methods
September 30, 2018 by
How will augmented reality (AR) glasses work for consumers? Specifically, what will be the user interface (UI) and/or user experience (UX) for the eyewear that will bring AR to the masses? The user experience will be very important since we are talking about a change to the fundamental human and machine interface. Up until now, the interaction has been between humans and computers, personal … [Read more...]
How Chris Guillebeau Built A “Cult of Personality”
September 30, 2018 by
Recently, an up-and-coming fitness coach and friend of mine asked me how to get more visibility online. I’ve built successful marketing funnels for web hosting companies, this blog, a software-as-a-service company, and now a chain of retail stores. All of those marketing funnels are different, but the one a coach or a consultant follows I would call a “cult of personality.” … [Read more...]
Small Business Events Abound – Share Yours!
September 30, 2018 by
From a lead generating conference on Boston to a customer service summit in New York City, a variety of events geared toward small businesses dot the calendar over the next week — and several weeks. Other upcoming events include a brand partnership forum in Nashville, a Gartner sales and marketing conference in Las Vegas and a workshop in Chicago about listening to the voice of the customer. … [Read more...]
“Zeige Deine Wunde” (show me your wound)
September 30, 2018 by
Joseph Beuys didn't make pretty art. When I was 12, I saw an exhibit he had at the Guggenheim in NY. As its centerpiece was a 3,000 pound block of lard, wrapped in felt. It was bizarre, it smelled a bit and forty or more years later, I haven't forgotten it. Beuys was transformed by near-death experiences he had as a youth. And that wound informed the art that he made. He shared his pain … [Read more...]
No Man’s Land. Natural Spaces, Testing Grounds
September 16, 2018 by
Final notes from my visit of the exhibition No Man’s Land. Natural Spaces, Testing Grounds at MUDAM in Luxembourg: Martha Atienza, Our Islands 11°16’58.4_N 123°45’07.0_E, 2017 Martha Atienza, Our Islands 11°16’58.4_N 123°45’07.0_E, 2017 Hayoun Kwon, 489 Years, 2016 National parks, reserves and other forms of sanctuarization of ecosystems are often used as a measure to protect natural … [Read more...]
To my tech colleagues: Let’s stop blaming the public for our problems
September 16, 2018 by
People, process, technology. It’s the reigning mantra in high tech, swiping “move fast and break things” and “data is the new oil” right off the menu of things to say when you aren’t paying attention. Attend any conference and you will hear people talk about how new strategic initiatives are stuck because employees don’t want to learn new skills, or because they feel that new processes or … [Read more...]
How To Create a Simple, FREE Weekly To-Do List with Trello
September 16, 2018 by
Many people make to-do lists or apps into a complicated slog. They write long blog posts or videos with detailed guides on setting up to-dos. This isn’t that. I find I end up not using complicated to-do lists or apps. I need to keep it simple–the simpler, the better. I also needed a weekly to-do list that was accessible anywhere I go. I always have my phone with me, so I wanted … [Read more...]
Zoom & Skype call tips (the secrets of video conferences)
September 16, 2018 by
If you’ve ever joined more than three people on a Skype or Zoom conference call, I hope you’ll appreciate these tips, and perhaps share them: Sit close to the screen. Your face should fill most of it. Use an external microphone or headset. When you’re not talking, hit mute. Don’t eat during the meeting. When you’re on mute during an audio call, you can do whatever you … [Read more...]
Get Inspired by Global CEOs at this Upcoming Event
September 16, 2018 by
If you want to get inspired by CEOs of global companies, thought leaders, entertainers and authors, Dreamforce is the place to be. Staring on September 25 and ending on Sept. 28, the four day event will have over 2,700 sessions for hands-on training and certifications. Dreamforce is known for providing the latest Salesforce product innovations for users across all industries. These include … [Read more...]
Is Content the Only Thing Needed to Increase Traffic?
September 16, 2018 by
A common question asked by many bloggers and many will have their own opinion. However, I currently have close to 4 blogs, and am in the process of starting my 5th so I wanted to shed some light on what I learned over the years. We often think writing great content is the only element needed to grow our blog and generate traffic, however, you’ll be surprised to know that this is rarely the case. … [Read more...]
PIGS, structures of surveillance, metabolic landscape, a quiet USA, etc. My favourite photo books of the moment
May 1, 2015 by
I'm drowning in really good books this year. Half of them are photography books. And because i'm short on time and these publications deserve a review, i'm going to take the lazy road: a sweeping and speedy overview of 5 of my favourite photo books of the moment. In one post. continue Article by we make money not art. Read entire story here. … [Read more...]
The sound of empty space
May 1, 2015 by
The sound of empty space explores relationships between microphones, speakers, and surrounding acoustic environments through controlled, self-generating microphone feedback. By building flawed technological systems and nullifying their intended potential for communication, the ear is turned towards the empty space between components; to the unique configurations of each amplifying assemblage … [Read more...]
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