Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday that is celebrated on the third Monday of every January. Many Americans see this holiday as a day off from work and school, while others see it as an opportunity to give back to their local communities in honor of the late King. Martin Luther King was many things: a father, son, doctor, pastor, Civil Rights Leader, and a prophet. King was man who stood firmly in his beliefs and played a pivotal role in ending segregation of African-American citizens. He lived a spiritual life and was a strong believer in…
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What are the Hardest Working States in the U.S.?
Posted on January 15, 2016 by Saldutti
America has long been known as the land of opportunity. It’s the one place in the world where if you bare down and work your nose to the grindstone, you can make a better life for your family and yourself. While all Americans are hardworking, there’s a certain part of the country that takes the Puritan work ethic to the extreme — the great Northeast. Zippia, a website of career professionals who utilize machine learning to examine career paths, has gone through the data to determine the hardest-working states in the union. Which states took the top two spots? Maryland and…
5 New Ways to Manage Your Money
Posted on January 08, 2016 by Saldutti
Can’t seem to keep a budget? Don’t be too hard on yourself – you’re not alone. Only 1 in 3 Americans say they have a detailed household budget, according to a recent Gallup survey. The difficulty in sticking to a plan may have nothing to do with your willpower. According to a report by the JPMorgan Chase Institute, 1 in 4 people saw big changes in their income (as high as 30% from 2013 to 2014). Given all the expenses you can’t predict, spending is rarely consistent. It’s time to adjust how we think of budgeting – especially since money strategies are…