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He had everything he wanted by 30, but was still 'miserable'âuntil he learned what really matters in life
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He had everything he wanted by 30, but was still 'miserable'âuntil he learned what really matters in life
In the CNBC Make It Book Club pick "The 5 Types of Wealth," author Sahil Bloom expands our definition of wealth to include time, social, mental, physical, and financial wealth.
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Self-made millionaire shares the No. 1 thing that made her rich today
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Self-made millionaire shares the No. 1 thing that made her rich today
Personal finance expert and podcast host Farnoosh Torabi shares how a fear of missing out led her down the path to becoming a millionaire.
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about 3 hours ago
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Earn more and get ahead with CNBC's online courses. Black Friday starts now! Get 25% off select courses and 30% off exclusive bundles with coupon code GETSMART. Offer valid November 17 through December 5, 2025:
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The No. 1 simple habit that will make you happierâit takes less than 2 minutes: Happiness researcher
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The No. 1 simple habit that will make you happierâit takes less than 2 minutes: Happiness researcher
Many of us have never actually been taught how to feel our feelings, says happiness researcher Stephanie Harrison. Here's a simple practice she uses to boost her happiness and emotional self-awareness.
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about 4 hours ago
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We left New Orleans for an island in Japan and bought an abandoned house for $7,500: Take a look inside
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We left New Orleans for an island in Japan and bought an abandoned house for $7,500: Take a look inside
American couple Dani and Evan Benton who run a guesthouse and honeybee farm on an island in Japan say, "The move is the best decision we ever made."
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about 5 hours ago
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38-year-old took on $218,000 in debt to launch a burger restaurantâit brought in $739,000 just last year
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38-year-old took on $218,000 in debt to launch a burger restaurantâit brought in $739,000 just last year
Aly Lalani spent $60,000 in savings and went into debt to achieve his restaurant dreams. So far, the results are good â here's what he wants to do next.
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about 6 hours ago
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Assigning yourself work for fun may seem counterintuitive â but according to Google executive productivity advisor Laura Mae Martin, it can be a potential solution to burnout.
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about 7 hours ago
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Netflix founder says he almost dropped out of Stanford for a different business: 'I was equally as committed to that terrible idea'
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Netflix founder says he almost dropped out of Stanford for a different business: 'I was equally as committed to that terrible idea'
Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings says a key to his success was believing that all his ideas had potential, even the ones that turned out to be failures.
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about 8 hours ago
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4 million more Americans may adopt this 'powerful, yet underutilized' financial tool next year, researchers say
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4 million more Americans may adopt this 'powerful, yet underutilized' financial tool next year, researchers say
With open enrollment season in full swing, more Americans than ever will be able to fund tax-advantaged accounts aimed at health-care costs next year.
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about 9 hours ago
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3 ways to disagree with someoneâ'without sounding like a jerk,' says psychology expert
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3 ways to disagree with someoneâ'without sounding like a jerk,' says psychology expert
When you get into work conflicts, psychology expert Shadé Zahrai recommends three strategies to sound confident and collaborative, rather than combative.
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about 9 hours ago
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51-year-old makes an average of $10,000 per month on JustAnswer: âDon't rest on your laurels,â she advises
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51-year-old makes an average of $10,000 per month on JustAnswer: âDon't rest on your laurels,â she advises
Nora Curl has been doing antiques valuations on JustAnswer for more than a decade. Here's her advice for anyone who wants to get started.
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about 9 hours ago
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âItâs a fundamental truthâ that the narcissist in your life wonât change, says psychologist whoâs treated 50 of them
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âItâs a fundamental truthâ that the narcissist in your life wonât change, says psychologist whoâs treated 50 of them
Researchers found that over a course of decades, narcissism did decrease, but only a little. At most, they saw a moderate decline.
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about 10 hours ago
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10 important money lessons you should learn by 18âand can use forever
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10 important money lessons you should learn by 18âand can use forever
It's easy to make mistakes and get into trouble if you're not sure what you're doing when you begin managing your own money. Use these tips to get started.
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about 12 hours ago
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Remove 1 word from your workplace vocabulary, says bestselling author Simon Sinek: âWeâre all guilty of thisâ
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Remove 1 word from your workplace vocabulary, says bestselling author Simon Sinek: âWeâre all guilty of thisâ
Employees are often mislabeled as underperformers, and the label unfairly sticks with them, says bestselling author and leadership expert Simon Sinek.
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about 13 hours ago
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Billionaire philanthropist Melinda French Gates learned one of her most important pieces of career advice from Warren Buffett. Here's how you can use it, too.
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Melinda French Gates: Warren Buffett gave me this important career adviceâit helped me learn to set boundaries
Billionaire philanthropist Melinda French Gates learned one of her most important pieces of career advice from Warren Buffett. Here's how you can use it, too.
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about 14 hours ago
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29-year-old only spends $50 a month on non-essentials: 'A limit on your finances doesn't have to mean a limit on your happiness'
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29-year-old only spends $50 a month on non-essentials: 'A limit on your finances doesn't have to mean a limit on your happiness'
Alexis Howard, a 29-year-old wealth advisor in the Bay Area, shares what she has learned from setting a $50 monthly budget on non-essential items.
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about 15 hours ago
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Youth suicide rates rose 62% from 2007 to 2021: 'People feel hopeless,' one recent grad says
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Youth suicide rates rose 62% from 2007 to 2021: 'People feel hopeless,' one recent grad says
Even for young adults who seemingly have every financial or educational advantage, the current economic and political climate can fuel distress.
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about 16 hours ago
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Charlie Munger lived in the same home for 70 years: Rich people who build 'really fancy houses' become 'less happy'
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Charlie Munger lived in the same home for 70 years: Rich people who build 'really fancy houses' become 'less happy'
Billionaire Charlie Munger intentionally lived in the same California home for seven decades â making him "happier" and benefitting his children, he said.
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about 17 hours ago
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This 29-year-old left her decade-long tennis career after a major knee injury. Today, her business brings in $25,000 a month
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This 29-year-old left her decade-long tennis career after a major knee injury. Today, her business brings in $25,000 a month
Sammi Ekmark, 29, left her tennis career after a major knee injury. Today, her personalized gift card business Ink'd Greetings brings in over $25,000 a month.
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about 18 hours ago
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Should a company rate its staff? A former Amazon exec says 'stack ranking' is useful when done right
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Should a company rate its staff? A former Amazon exec says 'stack ranking' is useful when done right
"To have an 'A' team, you need to continually evaluate your talent," says former Amazon attorney Alykhan Sunderji, who spent nine years at the company.
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about 18 hours ago
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The No. 1 type of praise to avoid if you want to raise 'stronger, more mature' kids: Harvard-trained parenting expert
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The No. 1 type of praise to avoid if you want to raise 'stronger, more mature' kids: Harvard-trained parenting expert
Be careful about how you praise your kids, says toxic-parenting researcher and author Jennifer Breheny Wallace. Here's what to avoid, and what to say instead.
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about 21 hours ago
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Mark Cuban broke his âpowerfulâ negotiation ruleâand offered a couple $750,000 in 5 minutes on 'Shark Tank'
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Mark Cuban broke his âpowerfulâ negotiation ruleâand offered a couple $750,000 in 5 minutes on 'Shark Tank'
Mark Cuban broke one of his biggest negotiation rules on ABC's "Shark Tank," when he was first to give the founders of Rebel Cheese an investment offer.
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about 24 hours ago
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I became a millionaire at age 27âhere are 4 'unpopular' rules rich people follow that most don't
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I became a millionaire at age 27âhere are 4 'unpopular' rules rich people follow that most don't
Your Rich BFF founder and self-made millionaire Vivian Tu reveals the "rich people habits" that made her a millionaire.
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1 day ago
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How to spot red flags of a stressful job before you even take it
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How to spot red flags of a stressful job before you even take it
There are various ways to see if a job you're interviewing for will be stressful before you take it. Try talking to someone who works there.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang may be a major player in the artificial intelligence arms race â but his day-to-day chatbot interactions arenât always complex.
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Nvidia CEO: How I use AI in my own life to be more productiveâit's 'really fantastic' at one specific task
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says he uses AI chatbots like OpenAI's ChatGPT or Google's Gemini to write his first drafts for him.
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Before Steve Sonnenberg was the founder of a billion-dollar company, he suffered the âtraumatic experienceâ of shutting down a business and filing for bankruptcy protection as a father of four young kids, he says.
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It can be a struggle to communicate with emotionally immature people: they never listen, they get defensive, and they constantly deflect blame. Psychology experts share how to identity them â and avoid sounding like one.
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People who are 'emotionally immature' always use these 12 phrases, say communication experts
It can be a struggle to communicate with emotionally immature people: they never listen, they get defensive, and they constantly deflect blame. Psychology experts share how to identity them â and avoid sounding like one.
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Paris Hilton's No. 1 'non-negotiable' when hiring people for her global media brand
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Paris Hilton's No. 1 'non-negotiable' when hiring people for her global media brand
Reality TV star and entrepreneur Paris Hilton on how to overcome being underestimated, the 'non-negotiable' trait she hires for, and philanthropy.
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How to get out of going to lunch with your co-workersâthe key is saying yes first, says etiquette expert
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How to get out of going to lunch with your co-workersâthe key is saying yes first, says etiquette expert
There is an easy way to get out of lunch with a co-worker that doesn't require you to invent an excuse.
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"You will never be perfect, but you can always be better.â
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1 day ago
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23-year-old American pays $483/month in rent to live alone in Japan: I could never 'afford something like this' in the U.S.
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23-year-old American pays $483/month in rent to live alone in Japan: I could never 'afford something like this' in the U.S.
"Being here has freed up not just money, but mental space," says Ashley Peters, who moved to Japan less than a year after graduating from college.
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is the No. 1 place to retire in America, recent study shows
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is the No. 1 place to retire in America, recent study shows
U.S. News and World Report ranked the best places to retire in the U.S. for 2024 out of 150 of the most populous metropolitan areas in the country.
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Rebecca Smiley quit her job in college admissions to become a travel agent. She earned $77,000 last year and is on track to reaching six figures in 2025.
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28-year-old quit her job as a college counselor to become a travel agentâshe's on track to earn $100K this year
Rebecca Smiley quit her job in college admissions to become a travel agent. She earned $77,000 last year and is on track to reaching six figures in 2025.
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âYou have to not have the same bag of experiences as everyone else does â or else youâre going to make the same connections.â
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43 years ago, Steve Jobs said this is what sets highly successful people apartâhow to master the skill
It takes mental strength and the discipline to make four commitments to yourself, says Scott Mautz, a former senior executive and leadership expert.
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In defense of junior staff: Why replacing young people with AI could spark a 'talent doom cycle'
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In defense of junior staff: Why replacing young people with AI could spark a 'talent doom cycle'
"You're missing a significant aspect of growth if you shut down the pipeline on bringing junior or entry-level talent into an organization," one CEO said.
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Child psychologist shares the No. 1 way to help your kids become 'happier' and âmore successful': Stop yelling at them
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Child psychologist shares the No. 1 way to help your kids become 'happier' and âmore successful': Stop yelling at them
It's normal for parents to lose their temper. But when yelling becomes "constant and chronic," it can cause lasting damage, says psychologist Jazmine McCoy.
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Worth the money: 4 items that will upgrade your work-from-home setup
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Worth the money: 4 items that will upgrade your work-from-home setup
These four Make It-approved products can help make your WFH days easier.
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2 days ago
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Simone Biles credits her parents with much of her success.
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2 days ago
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Get rid of the 'feedback sandwich'âuse this 1 sentence instead, says Wharton psychologist Adam Grant
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Get rid of the 'feedback sandwich'âuse this 1 sentence instead, says Wharton psychologist Adam Grant
The feedback sandwich, common in workplaces across the U.S., doesn't actually work, says bestselling author Adam Grant. His advice: Use this one sentence instead.
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2 days ago
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Don't reply to that passive-aggressive email, says communication expert: How to have a 'win-win conversation' instead
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Don't reply to that passive-aggressive email, says communication expert: How to have a 'win-win conversation' instead
When you get a passive-aggressive email, you might want to send an immediate response. Here's what to do instead, says communication expert Susan Room.
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2 days ago
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Billionaire serial entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban has some job-hunting advice for his two children â and anyone else who finds themselves looking for entry-level roles â in the age of AI.
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2 days ago
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Don't believe this 'lie' about how to become successful, says Spike Lee: It's 'done a lot of damage to people'
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Don't believe this 'lie' about how to become successful, says Spike Lee: It's 'done a lot of damage to people'
There's one big myth that film director Spike Lee wants young people in any industry to understand: Success won't come to you overnight.
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2 days ago
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30-year-old teacher who left Texas for Denmark: 'It gives me such peace of mind'
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30-year-old teacher who left Texas for Denmark: 'It gives me such peace of mind'
In 2018, 30-year-old teacher and millennial mom Ilana Buhl left the U.S. for Denmark. While it's hard being away from friends and family, there are things she doesn't miss about living in America.
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2 days ago
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3 ways to recover when you don't know how to answer a job interview question
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3 ways to recover when you don't know how to answer a job interview question
Job interviews are nerve-wracking. Getting caught not knowing how to answer a question doesn't have to spell the end of one.
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2 days ago
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Donât tie yourself to a set career path, advises Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.
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Uber CEO: I've gotten 'unbelievably lucky in my career' because of this 1 character traitâit âopens you up to opportunityâ
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the character trait that helped him build a successful career is simple: He's always willing to explore new interests or meet new people.
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2 days ago
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Keep your investments in these 3 accounts, CFP says: 'If you have too much cash, you're actually losing money'
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Keep your investments in these 3 accounts, CFP says: 'If you have too much cash, you're actually losing money'
After setting aside money for expenses and emergencies, experts say you should invest your money in these three types of accounts to maximize flexibility.
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2 days ago
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Don't be so competitive at work, says bestselling author Simon Sinek: How to get ahead instead
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Don't be so competitive at work, says bestselling author Simon Sinek: How to get ahead instead
Trying to be No. 1 at work can stunt your growth, says bestselling author and leadership expert Simon Sinek. Here's what he recommends instead to get ahead.
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2 days ago
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Billionaire Charlie Munger wanted his kids to hold onto 3 parenting lessons 'until their 100th birthdays'
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Billionaire Charlie Munger wanted his kids to hold onto 3 parenting lessons 'until their 100th birthdays'
Billionaire businessman Charlie Munger shared the "great" life and career lesson that his father taught him as a young kidâand what he taught his own children.
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2 days ago
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'Great parenting' often comes down to this simple habit, says Ivy League psychologist: It helps you raise determined, resilient kids
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'Great parenting' often comes down to this simple habit, says Ivy League psychologist: It helps you raise determined, resilient kids
Paying attention to your kids' interests and passions can help set them up for future career success, Ivy League psychologist says
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2 days ago
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Some bosses prefer to lead with an iron fist. Not Roland Busch. The CEO of Siemens prefers a more hands-off approach, and says the former can stifle autonomy and creativity at work.
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Millionaire CEO: Here's my 2-word rule for being a non-toxic bossâit leads to 'accountability' and 'empowerment'
Siemens CEO says he refuses to micromanage in the workplace, making room for employees to make, and learn from, mistakes and gain a sense of empowerment.
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2 days ago
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