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Getting What You Want in 2014!

Tis the season for goals, resolutions and thoughtfulness on what we would like the year ahead to bring.  According to University of Scranton research, each year 45% of Americans make …

A Gift for You

This time of year it is easy to find articles about holiday shoppers who are “self-gifting” while they shop for the perfect gift for others.  Whether it is because the …

With Gratitude

The Thanksgiving holiday holds a special place in my heart.  It is a day to celebrate and be grateful with family and friends.  This is a day where the only …

The Gift that Gives Back

The new school year is well under way and the holidays are approaching.  For us, this means we are back in the Game with the ThriveTime Challenge! This annual financial …

Avoiding Holiday Remorse

Have you visited a major retailor or craft store lately?  You have probably seen the all too early reminders that the holiday season is fast approaching.  While aisles and aisles …

Financial Leadership

People in leadership positions, employ a variety of characteristics and skills to achieve results.  Being a good communicator, having a positive attitude, being passionate, and having expertise in your area …

Adopt the 8 Basic Principles of Avoiding Bad Debt

From retirees to new college graduates, debt management is probably the number one financial literacy challenge today.  While there are forms of good debt, many financial troubles are in some …

Thrive Time Challenge

Intro Whether it’s receiving our first allowance, purchasing a home or strengthening a retirement nest egg, the basis for financial literacy and money management begins at home.  Empowering families and …

Benefits of Self or Boutique Publishing

Self Publish or Find a Publisher This is often the most difficult question for authors…especially new authors.    Is one strategy better than the other? What does self publish really mean?  …

What You Need To Know

In today’s world of print on demand and online publishing services, it is easier than ever to become a published author. Holding the first copy of your book is incredibly …