by Kate N | Jun 1, 2026 | Articles
I recently saw a report by Sharon Epperson on CNBC on what they’re calling a new phenomenon of “income stacking.” Apparently around 5.2% of the workforce, which equates to about 8.4 million people, now have multiple jobs, typically one primary job and one additional...
by Kate N | Jun 1, 2026 | Articles
The other night, in anticipation of the release of the sequel and in conjunction with the Met Gala, The Devil Wears Prada was on TV. I had seen it before, actually a couple of times. I didn’t watch the whole thing, I tuned in at the end when Andie has had enough and...
by Kate N | Jun 1, 2026 | Articles
The word “resilient” is being tossed around by a lot of experts these days. The American consumer is resilient. The economy is resilient. The stock market is resilient. The housing market is resilient. The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines resilience this way:...
by Kate N | Jun 1, 2026 | Articles
I attended an event several weeks ago which, by all accounts, was a smashing success. At a mastermind breakfast the following day, the leader revealed that he had heard a complaint from someone – one person – and felt he had to do some soul searching about the event...
by Kate N | Oct 11, 2025 | Articles
I’ve spent the last 10+ years doing contract/vendor work for a company in my area who shall remain nameless. It was perfect for both of us – I had the flexibility to work from anywhere, at any time (well, for the most part, unless there was an urgent project or a...
by Valerie Young | Oct 3, 2025 | Articles
I was reminded recently of how the Universe speaks to us. First, it’s a whisper Next, it’s a bit more obvious Until it becomes a shout And finally becomes what I fondly call the “2×4 upside your head.” If you’re still wondering what you’re supposed to be doing...