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Inspiration to Follow Your Blueprint

Give Yourself Permission

By Laura Berman Fortgang on November 3, 2010

Certain events have the impact of flicking a switch in our minds.  They tell us time is limited, give us a sense of urgency, and importantly, they grant us permission to explore things we may have postponed until now.  The event could be losing a job, seeing your youngest go off to kindergarten, or having…

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Vern and his Molecat

By Laura Berman Fortgang on October 20, 2010

by Kirsten Meneghello, Now What® Facilitator Our family went to the state fair this weekend and had a great time. I love to see the cows, pigs, llamas, and the proud 4-H kids showing off the animals they have raised. It’s a big deal. While we were visiting the commercial exhibitors/vendors, we passed the requisite…

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College Student with an Idea turns Business Owner

By Laura Berman Fortgang on October 13, 2010

While an online business isn’t for everyone, these tips from Genevieve Thiers, founder of Sittercity.com, stem from her experience following through with an idea.  She was bold enough to start her business while still a college student and during a recession.   Have you ever heard yourself say, “That would be a great idea for…

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Internships as a Way to Career Transition

By Laura Berman Fortgang on October 6, 2010

According to a recent CareerBuilder survey, there has been an increase in experienced candidates applying for internships. Along with volunteering, internships and other apprenticeship opportunities can be a viable way to gain experience during your career transition. Equally important, they will expand your network at the same time. Check out this article for some good…

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Cooking Up a Change: Lessons from a Lawyer Turned Chef

By Laura Berman Fortgang on September 29, 2010

by Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor Pre-Cooking As a kid, Andy Broder spent his Saturday mornings watching Julia Child on TV, but a career in cooking wasn’t even on the radar. It’s hard to imagine now but this was before celebrity chefs and Food Network. Viewing cooking as a hobby, Andy chose the field of law for…

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A Lifetime Passion Lights Up a New Career

By Laura Berman Fortgang on September 15, 2010

Michael Leigh started looking through telescopes as an 8 year old and his interest in astronomy stayed with him in the form of a lifelong hobby.  After losing his job as vice president in a manufacturing plant, Leigh took temporary employment with a telescope manufacturer, while making plans to run a bed-and-breakfast with his wife.  The…

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