Amazon has rapidly become one of the largest online marketplaces â in fact, itâs one of the biggest marketplaces of any kind. The site sells everything from paper towels to luxury TVs to jewelry and has grown rapidly from its humble beginnings as a simple bookseller. With a business model that prioritizes consumer convenience and
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When I was first curious about freelancing, I felt a bit overwhelmed. I wasnât quite sure how to get started, and feared I didnât have what it took to be a successful solopreneur. But hereâs what I learned: The beauty of freelancing is that you donât need to have a fancy degree, or even have
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When I graduated from college *ahem* eons ago and it came time to pay off my federal student loans, I had no clue there were different options. I opted into the standard repayment plan because I didnât know any better. Looking back, if I had been aware that there are quite a few different repayment options,
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Want to hear something funny about freelancing? While a lot of people make the switch to freelancing to âbe their own bossâ or âdo their own thing,â the popular construct of âthe ideal, successful freelancerâ seems to consist of a conspicuously small cluster of traits. This kind of freelancer pounces on every opportunity, is a
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In this time of uncertainty, paying off your student loans may feel even more complicated than usual â student debt has reached $1.6 trillion by 44.7 million borrowers in 2020. If youâre facing financial hardships, any debt you owe is likely harder to pay. Thankfully, there are options for getting student loans forgiven. Student loan
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Imposter syndrome is an extreme case of self-doubt that impacts your performance and successâwhich, in turn, can hinder your earning potential. You feel like a fraud thatâs minutes away from being caught. You may be thinking your tasks are too big to deliver, or that your bossâs constructive criticism is reassuring youâre the imposter you
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Earlier this month I had the honor of being the commencement speaker at Penn State University, my alma mater. As I addressed the business school graduates I reflected on my years immediately following receiving my diploma 15 years ago. What were my best lessons learned? How did I make the most of my financial life
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While an article or video can be informative, books allow you to delve deeper. Here are some of the best financial books for college students.
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Whether youâre a full-time working mom or you stay at home to take care of the kids, you may find yourself looking for ways to boost your familyâs income. Make use of your spare time by taking on a side hustle to expand your budget. Consider these 47 different side hustles for moms to find
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Although a nine-to-five job with a fixed schedule typically allows better predictability and stability, many prefer flexible work options that can provide a better work-life balance. Thankfully, with the advent of team communication software such as Zoom, the workplace is quickly changing and adapting. Nowadays, many high-paying careers allow the flexibility of working remotely, part-time,
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