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In 1995, a graphic design teacher named Lynda Weinman just wanted a digital sandbox. She needed a place online where her students could upload their work and play around with new tools like Photoshop and Illustrator. She bought the domain Lynda.com, put the site together, and gradually moved her teaching online. Years later, she sold that little digital sandbox to LinkedIn for $1.5 billion. Or look at Elon Musk, who managed to generate half a billion dollars in cash for Tesla before a single Model 3 ever rolled off the assembly line. How do these founders pull off such massive…

Quick Read July CPI-W data releases Aug. 12 and offers the first clue for the 2027 COLA, but August and September readings also shape the final number. The 2026 Medicare Part B premium rose $17.90 per month, directly offsetting much of the 2.8% COLA retirees received. COLAs are designed only to preserve purchasing power against inflation, not improve retirees’ finances, making personal savings and supplemental income essential. Two retirees, same $1 million, same 4% rule, buy one finished with $1.4 million, the other hit $0 in 12 years. Our free reader guide explains the flaw that separated them, and the…

The most important decision you will ever make is what to do with the time given to you. I recently received a thank you email from a reader named Hope. She said our work helped motivate her through an arduous recovery process following a serious car accident last year. Although her entire story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, this one line made me pause and think: “The happiest moment of my life is still that split-second a year ago when, as I laid crushed under a 2000 pound car, I realized my husband and 9-year-old boy were out of the…

If Social Security is part of your retirement plan, the newest AI debate might feel far from your monthly check. It isn’t. Mark Cuban has floated an unconventional fix: If artificial intelligence lets companies do more with fewer workers, some AI-driven gains might need to help fund Social Security. Here’s what Cuban’s idea would try to solve and what it could mean for your future benefit. Cuban’s AI warning Cuban’s warning starts with a basic Social Security fact. The program is tied to work. Wages generate payroll taxes that help pay current benefits. AI complicates that math when employers use…

As young people grapple with mounting academic pressure, emotional challenges and the uncertainties of major life transitions, the Well Youth Seminar 2026 has provided a timely platform to equip them with practical tools for building emotional resilience and navigating life’s pressures. The GMPC Youth Auditorium at Burma Camp was filled with students from junior and senior high schools, tertiary institutions and young professionals who gathered for a one-day seminar focused on mental health, emotional intelligence and resilience. Organised by the Joyful Journey Career Counselling & Mentorship Institute (JJCCMI), in collaboration with the Garrison Methodist Presbyterian Church (GMPC) Youth Fellowship, the…

                                Summer Safety Series  Welcome to The Science Behind Workplace Injuries: 30 Days of Summer Safety, where we explore the environmental hazards, human physiology, behavioral science, and organizational decisions shaping workplace safety. This article is part of our July series examining the science behind workplace injuries and the factors influencing workplace safety during the summer months.  Every experienced employee was once new. The first day carries far more than a new job title. It brings unfamiliar equipment, new coworkers, different expectations, safety procedures, work routines, and the natural…

Georgia Social Security recipients are in for a slightly unique payment schedule over the next month.While Supplemental Security Income is typically sent on the first of the month, August’s first payment will be on July 31 because Aug. 1 is on Saturday. Here’s more of what to expect:When are Supplemental Security Income, Social Security payments being sent out in August?Here’s the full payment schedule for Social Security, SSI receipients:Friday, July 31, is the payment date for SSI payments.Wednesday, Aug. 12: for Social Security beneficiaries with birth dates between Aug. 1-10.Wednesday, Aug. 19: for Social Security beneficiaries with birth dates between Aug. 11-20.Wednesday, Aug.…

Honesty is one of the most valuable qualities a person can have, yet it’s often easier said than done. Whether it’s being truthful with others or honest with yourself, integrity plays a vital role in building trust, strengthening relationships, and creating a life filled with authenticity. While honesty isn’t always the easiest path, it’s almost always the one that leads to greater peace of mind. Music has a unique way of bringing life’s most important lessons to the surface. Through heartfelt lyrics and memorable melodies, many artists have explored the rewards of honesty, the pain caused by deception, and the…

Building a multi-million dollar Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brand without a single dollar of venture capital or institutional investment sounds like a pipe dream. Yet, scaling an e-commerce business into a $190 million-a-year powerhouse is entirely achievable through strategic cash flow management. When a direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand scales at hyper-speed, a paradox emerges: the more successful the brand becomes, the less cash sits in the bank account. Why? Because a rapidly growing company keeps its capital perpetually locked up in inventory. A successful bootstrap strategy requires navigating the delicate transition from e-commerce to major retail. Mastering the hidden mechanics of…

Social Security benefits are poised for a boost of around 3.8% next year, according to recent 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) projections from The Senior Citizens League. That isn’t likely to be game-changing for most seniors. It’ll only add about $79 to the average monthly benefit as of June 2026, but at least it’s something. For most people, this modest boost will provide at least some help with the rising costs they’ve faced throughout 2026. But for a few, it could actually trigger a higher tax bill that takes back their COLA and then some. Image source: Getty Images. Some seniors…