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What MLB Pitcher Jon Lester and 4 Other Professional Athletes Teach Us About Overcoming Obstacles

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After receiving his diagnosis in August 2006, Lester went through treatment, worked his way back into the major leagues and pitched—and won—a World Series game. Hogan’s example was cited several times by a 20-year-old American track sensation, Wilma Rudolph, who captured the title of “the fastest woman on earth” at the 1960 Olympics.

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The Dramatic Growth of the Internet's Share of Ad Spending

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in 2006 to over 50% in 2020 and is forecast to reach 60% in 2022.    For example, Accenture, PWC, Deloitte, and IBM are all on the list of the world's 10 biggest marketing agencies (they're 6th through 9th).   ad spending has increased from just 6.4%  

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Craft Brewers Continued to Gain Share on Global Brewing Giants in 2018

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  We first started following the craft beer industry in 2006 because we felt the industry was a good example of the growth small, niche markets.    It's also a good example of a barbell industry structure. See our Industry Structure section for examples.  billion, representing 24.1

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To the OG VAs: Do We Have the Moxie to be Legends?

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In 2006, Oprah created the Legend’s Ball to honor a group of black women who had paved the way for others. If you’ve been a VA for some time, it’s likely your example that others look to when they are coming up. This is for you if you’re an OG VA….say, say, in your business for more than 10 years.

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A Single Mother Struggling to Budget Weighs the Balance Between Just Surviving and Really Living

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Another example: A few years ago, I signed up for a meditation workshop. I have a Roth IRA and bonds; I refinanced my mortgage when the rates were low; I try to never carry credit debt; and I still drive a car I bought in 2006. Was I so deprived that a simple spritz of perfume changed my sense of self?

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The Continued Shift to Renting

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percent in 2006 to 41.1 percent in 2006 to 71.6 percentage point jump in renting from 2006 to 2014, while the older 26-34 year-old group saw a surprising 10.9 percentage point jump in renting from 2006 to 2014, while the older 26-34 year-old group saw a surprising 10.9 households that rent increased from 36.1

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Beyond The Stereotype: Who Are Digital Nomads, Really?

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For example, many people assume that they’re 20-something freelancers who backpack around the world. . Palle Bo is an example of someone who transitioned to digital nomadism in his 50s. There are many stereotypes and assumptions about digital nomads. Baby Boomer digital nomad . Natalie Sisson .

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