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Katie Blomquist’s Nonprofit, Going Places, Ensures Kids Living Below the Poverty Line Can Go the Distance

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A viral start for Katie Blomquist In the fall of 2016, when Katie Blomquist worked as a first-grade teacher at a Title I school in South Carolina, a boy in her class asked her for a bike for his birthday. Going Places is growing each year and is projected to have at least two more companies funding entire schools with bikes in 2024.

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5 Steps to Turn Your Passion Into Your Profession

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You do not have to quit your day job —and you shouldn’t, not until your side project generates enough income for you to do so safely. Chances are you would not be considering this new venture if you were getting to use your gifts, strengths and talents in your current job or life situation. Buy the domain name. Write the blog.

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5 Ways Women Can Support Each Other at Work

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Who gathers money for gifts? In 2016, The Washington Post reported on a strategy used by female staffers during the Obama administration. That way, their names and projects are more top of mind when it comes time to put people forward for special opportunities or awards. Draw attention to the domestic work of the office.

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What Kind of Leader Are You: A Fixer, Fighter or Friend?

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The Friend’s gift. I didn’t realize that one idea from the CEO can easily create five projects, draw a dozen people into the loop and drag them away from other priorities. The Fighter’s gift. The best gift you can give a Fighter is a strong accountability partner. Fighters never stop asking why. The Fighter’s challenge.

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The 10 Best Books I Read In 2016

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I received How to Read a Book as a gift in a book exchange this year, and it is the first book on my reading list starting January 1. Now I’d like to share with you the 10 best books I read in 2016. This is definitely something to keep in mind when you look at your tasks, projects, and goals. The Go-Giver (Audible).

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Dr. Dale Whelehan – CEO at 4 Day Week Global | Boost Efficiency with a 4-Day Work Week Strategy

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And we do that by gifting people more time off through a four day week as opposed to a five day week. I think we should be gifting everyone more time off because it’s better for people’s health and well being. Frank Cottle [ 00:01:51 ]: And we do a million new years. Dale Whelehan [ 00:01:54 ]: A million new years, yeah.

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Meet the 2022 Women of Influence

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She is serving her third term as the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States, with her signature project serving as an introduction to native poets. In February 2016, Graham made history as the first size 14 model to be featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swim. Venus and Serena Williams. Professional Tennis Players.

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