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While I know it is difficult to let friends go, sometimes it is also necessary for your own growth. Everyone that you befriend throughout your life's journey is not meant to be with you for the long haul. I look at friends like airport passengers. You go to the airport and get seated next to a stranger- while you indulge in playful banter, when you get off the plane you go your separate ways. They head off to their next destination as do you, and you may never cross paths again. You know this from the moment you sit down and engage in a conversation with them, but you participate anyway because you are both open to the exchange of pleasantries while you are on this journey together. However, when the plane has landed, you courteously wish them happy trails and continue down your own path. You could walk away with something informative or even enlightening from that interaction which you will mentally credit that stranger for sharing, but you don't chase them through the airpor...

Question: I feel like I'm stuck. I know what I want to do, but it seems like it's so far away. I love this industry, but I'm like entry-entry level. I want to climb the ladder and all, but it seems and feels like it's nearly impossible. Maybe I'm being too ambitious. How long is too long to chase a dream? When do you decide to let it go and do something else? Answer: We all find ourselves overwhelmed with uncertainty and doubt from time to time especially when chasing a dream that requires a lot of patience on our part. The positive point from my perspective is just being in the industry you love. Truth is, many college graduates don't even wind up in their core field of choice so that in itself is great especially because there are few jobs to be had these days anyway. Now, I can not tell you that you should or should not stop chasing your dream, but there are few things that are worth considering before you give up on it. 1. 10 years from now, w...

Want to jump-start your search for Mr. /Mrs. Right this year? Here are a few simple rules that will help you get a renewed lease on dating and love in 2012. Life is too short for 10 rules so here's 5. Good Luck, and Happy Dating! 1. Know what you want, and mean it. When you don’t know what you want, you just might begin trying any and every option that comes your way. That is a waste of time and a road map to Dramatown, Crazytown, or Beatdown-town. You get the picture. Choose wisely. There's nothing wrong with being selective as long as you remain realistic. 2. Have a conversation. No texting or emailing, but a real verbal interaction. You can tell a lot about a person’s personality and your compatibility just in their tone, their laughter, attentiveness, and the flow. After two conversations you should definitely know if you want to see this person or not. 3. If you list them, they will come… seriously, the list is critical. It forces you to really determine what you ar...

I was emailed this question on facebook, and thought these tools were worth sharing. Question: Any tips on how to ask for a raise? I need help. It's a really long story. But I'm a nanny...they always tell me that I am the best thing that ever happened to their son. I fell in love with him, so I really don't want to go anywhere else. But I do feel that I bust my tail for them! I wrote everything down so that when I mention it and the questions arise on their side I won't leave anything out. For the amount of work I do and the amount of hours I work I know I am entitled to more. I guess I may have to leave if they disagree....but that would make me sad. =( This is so hard...I hate talking about money. It's so impersonal!! I'm doing way too much work for the money I'm making... Answer: First and foremost, y ou definitely want to determine and specifically list why you deserve a raise in the first place. Be prepared to answer that question. Chances a...