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The Rewards for “Boomerpreneurs”

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

What are the greatest rewards that come from starting a business when you’re older?  In this article from The Globe and Mail, writer Stacey Stein asked five Canadian “boomerpreneurs” about various aspects of business ownership, including what’s made it all worthwhile.  Here’s what they had to say: Dean Shaver, … Continue reading →

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A Life Coach’s Fitness Tips for Entrepreneurs

Posted on March 19, 2013 by

By Lynne Strang, Late Blooming Entrepreneurs A common recommendation for aspiring and new entrepreneurs is to prepare a written business plan. But do they also need a “wellness plan”? According to Patti M. Hudson, the answer is yes. Hudson is the … Continue reading →

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Goal Setting Tips for Entrepreneurs

Posted on December 29, 2012 by

One of the best things about a new year is the prospect of a fresh start. Traditionally, the most popular resolutions are health-related ones, such as “start exercising” and “stop smoking.” And “lose weight,” of course. Just as sticking to … Continue reading →

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In the Midst of War, an Afghan Entrepreneur Thrives

Posted on October 18, 2012 by

Mustafa Sadiq knows something about perseverance. You have to when you’re an entrepreneur in Afghanistan. Sadiq is the 47-year-old owner of Kabul-based Omaid Bahar factory, which sells fruit juice concentrate and fresh produce to the health-conscious in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. At the heart of his business … Continue reading →

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Startup Aims to Help Caregivers

Posted on February 25, 2012 by

If you’re a late blooming entrepreneur, you also might belong to the “sandwich generation” — a group that’s taking care of children and aging parents simultaneously.  Former Sun Microsystems CEO Jonathan Schwartz, who’s now in his mid-40s and a member of the sandwich generation, has a new … Continue reading →

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Smart Words from Seasoned Entrepreneurs

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

Entrepreneurship can be tough — and unpredictable.  On some days, everything seems to click into place.  On others, nothing goes right. If that sounds like what you’re going through, rest assured that even the most successful business owners experience ups and downs.  Here are quotes … Continue reading →

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Summer Vacation Only a Dream for Many Entrepreneurs

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

As summer vacation season kicks into gear, many of those in business for themselves will only dream of beaches and docks, for delayed, abbreviated or missed time off is one of the prices many entrepreneurs pay for owning a business, writes Catherine Mulroney … Continue reading →

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Swimming with the Sharks at Age 61

Posted on May 26, 2011 by

Today’s Washington Post has an inspirational article about 61-year-old swimming legend Diana Nyad, who plans to attempt a 103-mile, shark-infested swim from Cuba to Key West sometime this summer.  Nyad’s goal is to finish a job she started 32  years ago, when … Continue reading →

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Turning to the Yoga Mat for a Paycheck

Posted on April 29, 2011 by

More people are leaving the 9-to-5 world behind to become full-time yoga instructors, according to a US News and World Report article by Alexis Grant.  The main reason for the trend is a combination of yoga’s growing popularity and the lingering recession, say sources interviewed for … Continue reading →

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