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Are you a Contemporary Entrepreneur?
By Brian Perkins, MBA
When you think of the word
Entrepreneurship, what comes to your
mind? This is a question to ponder
because entrepreneurship could mean
different things to many people around the
world. Most people will sum up
entrepreneurship as simple as turning an
into a profitable business. Well, that
may be close to the target, but it is not the
bull-eyes target. In this series, I will
provide
an
introduction
to
entrepreneurship and the characteristics
of a contemporary entrepreneur.
The history of entrepreneurship dates
back to from 1680 to 1734 in the writings
of an Irish-born banker Richard Cantillion.
Mr. Cantillion first introduced the concept
of entrepreneurship as an economic
meaning, and the entrepreneur role in an
economic development. Today,
entrepreneurship continues to emerge as
the leading economic force in countries
around the world, and small businesses
contribute to the unparalleled rise in
entrepreneurship. However, not
everyone is cut out to be an entrepreneur.
Not because people do not possess a
dream and vision, but contrary to what
people think, the core reason is because
some people do not understand the
concept
of entrepreneurship.
Financial Literacy and Health
By Bridgett McBride
For most, money and finances have always played either a vital or controversial role in one's life. Several situations are stimulated
by the presence or absence of money. Money is said to be the deciding factor in how one is treated for health
issues, judicial situations and relationships. The lack of money can be the stimulant for the stress experienced in the lives of
many. During the current economic environment of job loss, increased
prices, outsourcing of jobs to other countries, lack of manufacturing
industry and loss of homes, stress is the cause of many chronic health conditions experienced by many people.
Stress manifests itself in many variations in one's body. Some examples are cancer, GERD, high blood pressure, diabetes, dementia,
etc. In today's climate, unwise financial decisions can and will create additional stressors that effect one's health. Not only are financial
climates important to afford adequate health care costs, foods, healthy activities and relaxation, it generates peace and wellbeing
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