Dear High School Students,
Not every path to success requires a four-year degree. In fact, many students overlook opportunities in skilled trades and technical fields that offer rewarding careers. What are you passionate about? What are your strengths?
My career path has taken me through sales, leadership in politics, and entrepreneurship, but the principles that guide me remain consistent: trust, relationships, and the courage to embrace failure. These are the cornerstones of success, whether managing a team, launching a business, or leading a community through a crisis.
Read MoreAs Election Day approaches on Tuesday, November 5th, many people are venting their frustrations about national, state, and local politics on social media. It’s common to see heated debates, complaints, and accusations aimed at politicians and the government. However, real change doesn’t come from being a keyboard warrior—it comes from taking action.
Read MoreWhen it comes to TikTok or any social media platform, the real focus should be on quality and consistency. Whether you're selling widgets, houses, or any other product, the goal is to build trust and connection. People buy from those they know, like, and trust. That’s why the most important thing is not the exact time you post, but rather the value you consistently bring.
Read MoreIf you think competing with the marketing power of large companies is impossible without a huge budget, think again. Thanks to AI, small businesses can level the playing field, finding opportunities to reach their audiences in cost-effective and creative ways. Here are three ways you can compete on a small budget.
Read MoreOne of the biggest issues people face when managing their social media presence is getting caught up in vanity metrics—the number of likes, followers, hearts, or comments they receive. These metrics can feel like a measure of success, but they often don't reflect the true impact of your work. Focusing too much on these numbers is a mindset trap that makes it easy to lose sight of what really matters.
Read MoreRunning a small business is challenging. There are always countless tasks to juggle and not nearly enough time to get them all done. I have found ChatGPT to be a helpful ally in my day-to-day business operations. It’s like having a virtual assistant that’s always available, helping you tackle some of the workload and scale your operations effectively. Here are three ways ChatGPT can help you grow and streamline your business.
Read MoreHaters are everywhere—whether it's on social media or in real life, people will always try to bring you down. Here's how to help their negativity lose its power.
Read MoreAt Magic Mile Media, we’re no strangers to wearing multiple hats. Our team is small, but our responsibilities are big, and AI has been a game changer for us. We use AI (Artificial Intelligence) daily to help us cut through the clutter and focus on what really matters—delivering impactful results for our clients and readers. Whether it’s editing videos, creating headlines for Neuse News, or brainstorming new strategies, AI is becoming an invaluable tool for us.
Read MoreA mentor once gave me advice that stuck with me: there's a huge difference between a reason and an excuse. That concept is something I constantly remind myself of, especially when faced with challenges. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that a bad habit or missed opportunity is justified, but the truth is, most of the time, it's not.
Read MoreWhat if the secret to success wasn’t about fixing your weaknesses, but mastering your strengths? In school, we’re taught to aim for perfection in every subject, but in life and business, focusing on what you’re already good at is the real key to thriving. Going all in on your strengths leads to greater happiness and long-term success.
Read MoreWhatever happened to tax credits and tax deductions? How many more payments will people expect in the future before we declare the pandemic over?
The utter reliance and potential household budgeting for future stimulus payments disincentivizes Americans from using their skills and creativity to find a way to meet their obligations. The unintended consequence of stimulus payments may very well be a methodical way of killing the American dream by taking away all incentives of hard work and individualism.
Read MoreOne of the unique ideals of our country is that we’re able to express views and beliefs without fear of reprisal or censorship. And the internet has brought forth a plethora of opportunities to distribute information through a multitude of platforms and websites. But with the acceptance of differing voices came also the silencing of dissenting opinions by those with a monopoly on power and information...namely Facebook, Google and Twitter. These tech giants have created amazing platforms for people to connect, yet now have the undaunting task of policing those platforms in the scope of free speech without sacrificing what their ad dollars crave - your attention and engagement.
Read MoreWhile TikTok has been all over the news after President Trump drew attention to the potential theft of data from Americans and the endangerment of officials, a silent giant has put the hard work and talent of local entrepreneurs and workers on display without permission or a conversation. News Break, created by Chinese media veterans, is a news aggregator application that is robbing small American businesses of their intellectual property, infringing upon copyrighted material, and denying them the potential for revenue.
Read MoreWhile reporters and TV talking heads continue to refer to North Carolina as a swing state, they are largely mistaken. We do not “swing” between Republicans and Democrats for president and governor much to the media’s chagrin. Our selection of US Senators, however, would qualify for that designation. The reality is that NC tends to vote for Republican presidents, Democratic governors, and flip flops on US Senators.
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