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Chance the Rapper on Achieving Goals as an Independent Artist & Paying It Forward

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In 2016, he co-created the Warmest Winter project, which created coats that doubled as sleeping bags for the homeless. Since 2012, when Chance released his first mixtape after graduating from Jones College Prep in 2011, his promise has attracted attention from established artists eager to collaborate. Photos by Nick Onken.

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How To Hire And Manage Freelancers, According To Experts

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Clear communication up front, and continuing conversation through regular check-ins and transparent project management helps streamline workflows and prevent confusion. Before you begin working with your first freelancer, it’s a good idea to have project management strategies in place to help you make the most of their expertise.

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On Your Mark Get Set — Recharge

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Schwartz, founder and CEO of The Energy Project, advocates for a work style based on a series of sprints rather than a marathon. And when projects are likewise broken down into smaller chunks, you can maintain high levels of focus as you conquer interim challenges. This article was published in May 2011 and has been updated.

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3rd Annual GMW Earth Day Giveaway 2011

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Welcome all our Earth Day Giveaway Sponsors for 2011 and their generous donations to Green Your World (I will be adding to the list as sponsors come in!): Naked Binder – Set of 4 Naked Binder Project Binders, Assorted colors, 1.5″ Leave a comment about any progress and achievements in your green goals, too.

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How to Create Strategic Partnerships

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The goal is to increase capability—whether through offering new products or services, expanding in capacity or geographically, or cross-promoting,” she says. Proof it works: Schaus’s profits grew by 15% from 2011 to 2012 as a result of her partnerships. Proof it works: Close to meeting sales goals in the program’s first year.

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How Achieving Your Goals Kills Your Motivation

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A goal of ‘constant improvement’ won’t lead to success. I was excited because I was taking action towards my goal of ‘constant skill improvement’ so I could further build my business. I achieved more immediate goals. Then I landed a new project that paid $1,000 – a decent sum. It’s hogwash.

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How to Start Over

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It’s about setting goals to be better that come from a desire to experience life more sweetly. In 2011 I was in Mexico at a bachelor party when I wrecked an ATV in the desert. It’s not as dramatic as a full-stop life change. It’s more subtle and straightforward. Both kinds of starting over have the same building blocks.