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

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Only in his 20s, Chance had already accomplished major goals he’d set for himself, including hosting and performing on Saturday Night Live and winning Grammys. The goal of becoming a millionaire wasn’t on Chance’s list, but it happened anyway. Take music videos, for example. I pay for my own videos…. Photos by Nick Onken.

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How to Write a Book: Advice for New Writers

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I’d love to give you a secret formula for how to write a book. Having written two books now, I can tell you it is as hard as people say it is. In this week’s SUCCESS Stories , I explain my personal approach to writing books. Writing a book is like running a marathon. The bad news is that there isn’t one.

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This Digital Nomad Couple Sold Everything to Travel the World in a Sailboat—Here’s What They’ve Learned About Life, Goal Setting and Relationships

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In a video posted on May 22, 2018, Darsy holds up two fistfuls of sticky notes, 15 wooden cooking spoons and a smashed pirate hat. But it’s the vulnerability of the video that strikes a chord. “For For the first time in my life, I don’t know where I’ll be in one year’s time,” Darsy says in the video.

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Humor in the Workplace: How to Be Funny at Work Without Crossing the Line

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According to Paul Osincup , corporate trainer, humor strategist and author of the forthcoming book, The Humor Habit , we are all suffering from a condition he refers to as “chronic seriousness.” Start by collecting and consuming funny books, podcasts, movies, YouTube videos, etc. Lighten up” or “You’re too sensitive.”

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30 New Year’s Resolution Ideas to Make 2024 Healthier, Happier & More Secure

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Once you’ve identified your areas of focus, plan your approach by setting SMART goals. That is, goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant to your needs and time-bound. New Year’s resolutions are, after all, goals for personal growth and development. Remain flexible and adjust your goals as necessary.

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For Jamie Kern Lima, Unlocking Success Starts with Embracing Self-Worth

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In a world inundated with self-help books and influencers posing as online therapists, Jamie Kern Lima is a beacon of authenticity and wisdom. Her debut book, Believe It , chronicles her journey of overcoming self-doubt and achieving success. It’s not just a book; it’s a lifeline for anyone grappling with self-doubt.

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8 Ways to Avoid Pointless Meetings

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Sitting has become the smoking of our generation,” says Merchant, whose book The New How explains ways of collaborating for better business outcomes. Use cutting-edge video conferencing. Once seen merely as a way to save money on travel, video conferencing has become key to business communication, says Proofpoint CEO Ashan Willy.

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