Searching for Meaning? Look to Your Most Extreme Experiences By Jamie Friedlander In the past two years, my life has been hit with a series of difficult experiences. My grandmother died, I underwent an unexpectedly difficult shoulder surgery, my parents got divorced, and my father-in-law had a stroke. It felt like major challenges were hitting … More Searching for Meaning? Look to Your Most Extreme Experiences

How to Become a Financial Optimist By Stefanie O’Connell  Being an optimist pays, both mentally and financially. According to recent research, optimists practice healthier financial habits than pessimists—although nearly two-thirds of optimists have started building an emergency fund, less than half of pessimists have done the same. Optimists are also more likely to enjoy greater … More How to Become a Financial Optimist

Finding a Niche: Know When to Narrow Your Business Focus By Amy Anderson  It’s beyond a buzzword now: The concept of a business niche is everywhere. Chances are you’ve either tried to find your niche or you’ve planted your feet firmly on the broad ground you’re used to and refused to narrow anything down. In … More Finding a Niche: Know When to Narrow Your Business Focus