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

Success

And as that fame grew, so did his fortune—which he immediately started giving away, first in a hefty donation to Chicago Public Schools in 2017, then to the county’s mental health services. What we ended up agreeing on was that merchandise would be the best way to monetize my music. That idea ended up snowballing,” Chance says. “I

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To Reach Your Next Big Goal, Follow the 10-80-10 Rule

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How could it benefit the organization or its greater goals? This is also where many leaders come up short. This article originally appeared in the December 2017 issue of SUCCESS magazine and has been updated. To find that success, they need four things from you: vision, direction, creativity and empowerment.

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12 Days of Christmas Webinar: Must-Have Skills for 2017

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As you enter into 2017, be sure you are equipped with this top-notch skill set. We invite you to watch the webinar replay: Must-Have Skills for 2017. Webinar Resources & Follow-up Links. Download the Webinar Handout: Must Have Skills For 2017. Catch up with all the 12 Days of Christmas Webinars.

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How to Set Career Goals that Work

Eat Your Career

That’s great and all…but for me, the last month of the year is the best because it always involves my 3 favorite activities—planning, organizing and goal setting! This is just one area where I think a lot of people fail when it comes to goal setting. As a result, I’ve learned how to avoid them and how to create goals that really work.

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Career Lessons Learned from the 2017 Solar Eclipse

Eat Your Career

This is what I learned about career success from my 2017 solar eclipse experience. Don’t procrastinate (and have a back-up plan). The real eclipse enthusiasts had snatched them up! Thankfully, I had a back-up plan. And always have a back-up plan just in case. Determine what you’re willing to sacrifice.

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Why You’re Going to Break Your New Year’s Resolutions

Success

If you think it’s OK to give up on your New Year’s resolutions, you will. He becomes timid and meek, and ends up getting kidnapped and put in a camp to do hard labor. But then, in an instant, his memory comes rushing back and he remembers who he really is (“I’m BATMAN!”), and he ends up fighting his way to freedom.

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The 7 Reasons We Fail

Success

Most of us attain our goals only through repeated effort. Wise people learn from their mistakes —experience is the name they give to slip-ups. Succeeding at one goal won’t eliminate all your problems. Your attitude determines your altitude, and you can turn “down and out” into “up and at ’em.”. Dismissal of past mistakes.