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Have you ever thought about how many industries are dying, or at least cutting jobs, due to automation? According to the World Economic Forum, we're in the midst of a "Fourth Industrial Revolution," in which technological developments in a wide variety of fields are quickly transforming the labor market and the way we do business.
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When he was 12-years-old, Steve Jobs looked up Bill Hewlett's, co-founder of The Hewlett-Packard Company (HP), phone number and asked for help building a frequency counter. Not only did the CEO of HP agree to help Jobs; he offered the aspiring developer a summer job. Other well-known success stories were not so lucky with their first attempts at employment: Oprah Winfrey worked at a grocery store; Tom Cruise was a paperboy. But at least they learned what they didn't love to do.
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Happy spring! It's that time of year in Minnesota when flowers, plants, and trees are blooming, the grass is green, requiring maintenance, and the air is fragrant with new life. It's also that time of year when millions of Americans are battling seasonal allergies. For some, spring is hopeful; for others, it's miserable.
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Let's face it, many of us get motivated to exercise because we want to regulate or lose weight. It's looked at like a chore, rather than a pleasure in many cases. However, know that there are many other benefits to regular exercise may up the motivation levels.
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As reported by Bloomberg on May 4, 2017...STATE FARM plans to shut 11 facilities across the country after a $7 billion annual underwriting loss last year on auto policies. According to the article, State Farm, Allstate Corp., Hartford and Berkshire Hathaway Inc., are some of the companies that have been burned in recent years by higher claims expenses from car accidents as more drivers are distracted by electronic devices. Higher repair costs are also affecting losses.
Purchasing a car isn't as simple as it used to be when your only option was a Model T in a single color: black. With so many choices, makes, models, special features, etc. it's hard to figure out where to begin.
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Startups are incredibly common these days, and it may seem like anyone with a crazy idea and a small investment can get rich quick. Here are a few businesses that have turned an impressive profit and definitely fit the definition of "crazy":
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Most of us in Minnesota can agree it's important to have clean air, fresh water, and a healthy living environment. Being eco-friendly is about living within your means, treading lightly, and using the resources you have wisely.
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