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What It's Like To Be: An Art Adviser
Joyce Varvatos knows a lot about art. She's studied it endlessly, and been around artists, galleries and fairs for much of her adult life. Based in New York and married to famed menswear designer John Varvatos, Joyce has been at the epicenter of the art scene for many years. But that doesn't mean being a top art adviser is easy, even for her.
Rick SchwartzPublished 7 years ago in JournalThings You Shouldn't Tolerate in Your Career
People put up with a lot of things over the course of their professional careers, but there are some situations we just should never tolerate. Sure, stress is one thing. Work can be a high-stress environment, and that can cause some people issues. But stress can be a good thing. Tension can be a good thing. Bullying, cruelty, and all that? Not so much. Sometimes, a toxic environment can not only hurt your work career but also your emotional well-being. Even, in some cases, your physical well-being. When one takes into account what you need to succeed in your career, it becomes clear that there are a few things you should never tolerate in a healthy, safe workplace.
Anthony GramugliaPublished 7 years ago in JournalWhat It's Like To Be: An Independent Artist
Elizabeth Sutton isn't your typical artist. Whip smart, with a degree in business, the beautiful mother of two started creating art just over a year ago. Working out of a studio in Long Island City, Sutton has made a name for herself in New York with her colorful collection of butterflies, bold geometric shapes and original take on pop icons photography.
Rick SchwartzPublished 7 years ago in JournalRun Your Own Newspaper (Part 4)
Having gotten my hands on the paper, now came the question – what do I fill it with? As you probably already know I took over the paper, so regular contributors were already in place. But I am the editor, I have to have a voice. The first thing that struck me when I started to think about content was… politics. There were two reasons for this:
Robert BayleyPublished 7 years ago in JournalHow to Not Get Stuck
Did you know that working for a scandal-tainted company may impact your future earnings? The Harvard Business Review reported on the “Scandal Effect” in their September 2016 issue.
Barbara KimmelPublished 7 years ago in JournalThe Ultimate Guide To eBay Optimization
If you’re an eCommerce seller, you’ve likely considered selling on eBay—if you don’t already. According to Statista, eBay ended 2016 with upwards of 167 million active buyers, and the gross merchandise volume in “Home & Garden” alone was $11.8 million.
Seller's ChoicePublished 7 years ago in Journal3 Ingredients To Accessing Creative Genius
This is your core genius. It is your original brand of brilliance. For instance, some people are excellent at interpersonal relating. As a result, they attract top-talent into their organization and gain buy-in for projects extremely quickly.
Mike SlavinPublished 7 years ago in JournalHow to Earn Money From Reading
How is such a thing possible, you ask? Buckle up for one informational ride of a lifetime. It’s no secret that everyday more and more people utilize the internet to earn money. It’s also no secret that most people read books, and now more than ever, people like you are earning thousands of dollars a month, every month, by performing little to no work.
Aaron DennisPublished 7 years ago in JournalHow to Ask for a Raise
Work. The very reason almost all of us engage in this daily activity is so we can pay our bills and provide for ourselves and our family. Simply put, work is not a voluntary choice for most people, it’s something they have to do for money. Given this rather utilitarian nature on why we work, it stands to reason that we all wish to make more money.
Life after Leadership
There isn't life AFTER leadership; there's life WITH leadership. My formal organizational career passed 14 years ago when I was relatively young, after a 30 year career as an executive leader.
Must Have Health Care Benefits
Perhaps the most contentious, expensive and complicated issue in modern American society is the issue of healthcare. Who pays for it, how much, what’s covered who needs to be covered, what if any penalties should an individual face for not having coverage, what if any penalties should a company face for not providing health insurance are all topics of debate if not legally practically. Since the Affordable Care Act (ACA), aka Obamacare went into effect in 2010, the entire health insurance, and by extension medical industry has been in a constant state of flux.
The Amazon Terminology Cheat Sheet
Owning and running an e-commerce business involves so many moving parts and unfamiliar lingo, it sometimes feels like you’re speaking another language entirely! From the marketing terminology to knowledge about fulfillment practices, there are thousands of words that go into building your own online company.
Seller's ChoicePublished 7 years ago in Journal