By: Roshawn Watson We all like to believe that we are special. In fact, our own names are typically our favorite sounds. However, there are more reasons for being special than just the good feeling we get for being singled out. We live in a time where job security is not only an illusion, it… Continue reading What Makes You So Special?
Month: July 2012
Uncommon Money News (Round Up): RIP Stephen Covey Edition
By: Roshawn Watson As many of you already know, beloved author of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey died earlier this week. He has been a tremendous influence on countless businesses and an undisputed thought-leader in personal development. He was a true change agent. I send my condolences to his family and… Continue reading Uncommon Money News (Round Up): RIP Stephen Covey Edition
Are You A Financial Liar?
By: Roshawn Watson We often espouse honesty as an important societal virtue. We tend to agree that trust underscores our relationships, and lies erode that trust. The implications of lying extend beyond its effect on relationships though. Sometimes in the name of protecting ourselves, facts about our circumstances are conveniently distorted in order to make… Continue reading Are You A Financial Liar?
Breaking Bad Financial Habits
By: Roshawn Watson How often do we find ourselves in the same financial ruts over and over? With the best of intentions, we proclaim that we’ll never be in these positions again. Unfortunately, while the precise circumstances change, for the most part, history repeats itself. Our financial lives consist of patterns. That likely won’t change.… Continue reading Breaking Bad Financial Habits