I am a huge fan of Fred Wilson’s AVC blog and have mentioned it a few times here on Financial Slacker. Fred writes about venture capital, technology, and a little bit of everything else. And he’s been posting everyday since 2003 – truly amazing. AVC has often served as inspiration for my own posts. The […]
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Early Jobs Teach Life Lessons
It can be interesting to look back at your early jobs. Most of us tend to see those early jobs simply as ways we made a little spending money while attending school or over the summer. But I think there is more to it than that. At least in my case, those early jobs demonstrate […]
Side Hustles Create Fans for Life
As summer winds down, it’s time to assess how you’re progressing on your plan for the year. With only four months remaining, now is the perfect time to start considering a few side hustles to pick up extra income. I am always on the lookout for new ways to earn money. If you’re creative and willing […]
Entrepreneurs Enjoy Independence and Rewards
I have always been fascinated by entrepreneurs. And it’s not just the high-profile internet darlings that capture my attention. I am equally enamored with the small local business owner. It’s the act of creating something out of nothing. Seeing a future that others don’t. Taking an idea and turning it into a self-sufficient business that […]
Summer Job Ideas For Teens
Vicki at Make Smarter Decisions recently wrote about activities from her teenage years that benefited her later in life. This got me thinking about a summer job for my own children. Although I had teenagers in mind when I created this list, in fact, anyone with free time can start side businesses in these areas. […]
Side Business Ideas – Working With Your Hands
They might not be glorious, but a side business that requires you to work with your hands may be just what you need. Not only can you make money, but the physical nature of the work can benefit your health. Have you seen the movie Office Space? The main character works in a horrible cubicle […]